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8 Ways Black Rice Is Good For Your Health and How To Cook It

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Rice is a staple food in many households—especially in Asia, where many people have been eating rice with almost every meal for thousands of years. One particular type of rice, called black rice, is an incredibly healthy and nutritious alternative to white rice, but it hasn’t always been readily available for consumption. In ancient China, noblemen realized the great value of ... Continue Reading

5 Superfoods from Africa That Prevent Diabetes

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Diabetes is on the rise in Africa, but the rate of diabetes is still low compared to other continents. This post from Africa.com highlights 5 African superfoods that have been known to prevent and reverse diabetes. Did you know diabetes is on the rise in Africa? According to a report by the World Health Organization poor diet and lack of exercise are a major contributor.  In ... Continue Reading

This Is What Happens When You Don’t Eat Enough Magnesium-Rich Foods

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Magnesium is an essential mineral that is necessary for hundreds of different enzymatic reactions in the body. Fifty to 60 percent of the magnesium in our bodies is stored in the skeletal system. Magnesium is needed for the healthy functioning of all systems in the body, and it is used for metabolism, synthesis of fatty acids and proteins, transmission of nerve impulses, bone ... Continue Reading

Candida: These Are the Symptoms and Here’s How to Fight It

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Feeling tired, anxious, or moody? Perhaps you have a recurring infection, such as a sinus infection, yeast infection, or urinary tract infection that just doesn’t seem to let up. These are just a few of the many signs that you may have candida overgrowth. What is Candida? Candida is a type of yeast that causes a fungal infection known as candidiasis. The fungus favors the ... Continue Reading

Seitan, Tofu or Quorn—Which Is the Best Meat Substitute?

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Seitan, that’s “SAY-tan,” is a vegan meat substitute packed full of protein. It’s often called wheat meat or wheat gluten. To make seitan, you take wheat flour dough and wash it in water until the starch has dissolved—or you can rehydrate powdered wheat gluten. The sticky dough that’s left behind can be sliced and used in all kinds of tasty dishes instead of meat. Although ... Continue Reading

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