Tag - Cardiovascular

Antioxidants: It’s More Than Vitamin C

Highlights Free radicals cause direct damage to cell structures that trigger various diseases, including cardiovascular problems and neurodegenerative diseases.There are various types and different forms of antioxidants in nature, and each one of them has something distinct to offer and specific food groups you can target in your diet.Using antioxidants is associated with a plethora of health benefits, including the prevention of various types...

Anthocyanins: Antho…What?

There is a growing trend of people who are trying to live a healthier life. While exercise is important, some would argue that eating a balanced diet is the most important aspect of being healthier. You keep hearing all about how your plate should be colorful, as this ensures that you are getting the broadest range of vitamins and...

The Power of Ginger

It’s lemony, spicy, sweet and at the same time pungent, and peppery too. It is in use for thousands of centuries to add flavor to dishes and in alternative medicine. You can use it in different forms and is readily available. Do you like gingerbread or ginger cookies? Have you ever had ginger tea? Ginger is used in many...