News & Articles By Kristine Payne
10/26/2017
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By Kristine Payne
Yummy for your tummy? Know what’s really in your favorite gummy bear
Gummy bears have been a beloved candy shop staple for decades, and our love for them shows no signs of waning. There’s just something to be said about these brightly-colored, sweet-tasting treats shaped like bears that make them so irresistible. Enterprising manufacturers know this, and that’s why there are well over a dozen gummy bear brands out […]
08/23/2017
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By Kristine Payne
Sulforaphane: Are you getting enough of this healthy compound?
When it comes to the beneficial compounds found in fruits and vegetables, one particular health-promoting compound to take note of is sulforaphane, a phytochemical obtained from cruciferous vegetables. We say “obtained” because sulforaphane doesn’t naturally exist in these plants. Sulforaphane only occurs when two substances — the glucosinolate glucoraphanin and enzyme myrosinase — mix and react […]
08/11/2017
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By Kristine Payne
The six health benefits of turmeric
Once a prized ingredient in the cuisine of India and Pakistan, turmeric (Curcuma longa) has since gained worldwide renown as a potent superfood. This peppery-tasting, golden-hued spice has multiple health benefits that make it a worthy addition to any diet. Regular consumption of turmeric can give your overall health a much-needed boost by: Aiding digestion: […]
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