Flaxseeds are mostly known for their dense nutrient composition and health benefits similar to chia seeds. Flaxseed side-effects are, however, not uncommon and worth considering before adding them to our…
Flax is a plant that is native to Western Asia. It has been used as early as 30,000 years ago. One of the earliest records of flax usage were in…
This article answers questions such as: what is cocoa powder, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, cocoa beans, cocoa nibs, cocoa liquor, what are the health benefits and health promoting components of…
Chia (Salvia Hispanica) is an annual herb that blooms during the summer season and belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). The edible part of the chia plant are the seeds.…
Numerous, commonly publicized chia seeds benefits have elevated its rank to a superfood. Producers, distributors, health food stores, media and many online sources attribute a wide range of health benefits…
You might have come across a new “Chia seeds weight loss” FAD diet. This short article reveals why the chia seeds weight loss diet doesn’t work. Current scientific evidence can…
Chia seeds are considered a superfood, due to their high nutrient contents and proven wide range of health benefits. Chia seeds are generally considered as safe to eat by the…
There are many causes of constipation. The range of constipation symptoms varies slightly, depending on the underlying cause. This article describes the most common causes of constipation and focuses on…
Not all high fiber foods are good for you! A significant percentage (in total 46%) of dietary fiber intake comes from foods with a high glycemic index and load: bread…
The existing information points to different results concerning the implications of dietary fiber and the incidence of colon cancer. (1) The following major studies are available: These studies are believed…
Dietary fiber is not a magic solution for weight loss. There is no strong evidence of long term, direct effects of fiber on weight loss and more studies are needed.…
Various studies show that soluble fiber, from such sources as oats, psyllium and pectin, can reduce total and LDL (Low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol by a small amount. (read more on high…
