As Tu Bishvat, the Jewish New Year for trees, approaches, markets are filled with the enticing aroma of dried fruits. Dr. Maya Roseman recently discussed the advantages and disadvantages of dried fruits on the radio station 103FM to help us make an informed choice between dried and fresh fruits. Although Tu Bishvat has a reputation […]
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Tomatoes, already well-known for their high levels of minerals and vitamin C, have long been regarded as a healthy food choice. A recent study has now uncovered that they also have a positive impact on our blood pressure. The study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, aimed to understand how tomato consumption impacts […]
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The kiwi is a fruit that originates from China. It has a brownish or golden exterior, and a soft, green or yellowish interior, with a flavor that some describe as a delightful blend of strawberry, banana, and pineapple. Remarkably, it ranks among the fruits with the highest vitamin C content. In just 100 grams of […]
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Due to the growing global demand for proteins and the importance of producing products not coming from animals as alternative food sources, the Health Ministry in Jerusalem is the first in the world to approve a “new food” of cultured meat originating from beef-cell cultures. As part of a pilot program for the examination of […]
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If you aspire to be healthy and live until 120, Okinawa Island might hold the key. World traveler and YouTuber, Drew Binsky, recently shared his astonishment at discovering why the locals of this “healthiest place on Earth” enjoy such long lives. Okinawa, the fifth-largest island in Japan, encompasses a vast area of 1,201.03 km² and […]
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If you were going on a space voyage to Mars for a few years, astronauts would probably be provided with a diet of bland, prepackaged meals like TV dinners – not much to look forward to like a steak, schnitzel, or hamburger with chips. As space agencies plan for longer missions, they’re challenged by the […]
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Carrots are not only delicious and low in calories but also packed with numerous health benefits. While they are commonly associated with improving vision, their benefits go far beyond that. Including carrots in your diet, particularly during winter, is highly recommended. Here are several reasons why: Four reasons why you should keep carrots in your […]
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With the rains of winter, mushrooms are pushing their heads up through the ground in forests or even on lawns. Mushrooms are fungi that originate from tiny spores, and in the wild, they release their own spores that fall to the ground or are carried by the wind. They appear suddenly because of their rapid […]
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Why do so many Americans still take up a seat and a half on the bus or train? The villains are snacks, which constitute almost a quarter of a day’s calories in US adults and account for about one-third of daily added sugar. Publishing their findings in PLOS Global Public Health under the title “Snacks […]
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When it comes to cooking at home, there are numerous options for the type of oil you can use for sautéing, baking, and frying. While some oils, such as olive oil, are well-known, others, like avocado or coconut oil, may be less familiar. So how do you choose the right cooking oil? One crucial factor […]
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