(Natural News) Fruits and vegetables are essential to a balanced diet. Even if you’re always in a hurry to beat the rush hour in the morning, you can still start your day with an energy-boosting breakfast that contains a variety of superfoods. All you need to do is whip up a simple yet tasty smoothie using nutritious ingredients like […]

(Natural News) It’s easy to confuse cantaloupe with honeydew as the two melons look and taste nearly the same. In fact, they’re interchangeable in recipes. But each melon has its own unique flavor, structure and nutritional profile. Learn about the differences between cantaloupe and honeydew below. Cantaloupe vs. honeydew: nutrition, origin and features Cantaloupe and honeydew both […]

(Natural News) Astronauts may never have to miss out on avocados during a space voyage, thanks to a group of researchers who developed a cryopreservation method for the fruit. The team froze avocado shoots in cryotubes and revived them later to be regrown into a healthy plant. After trying out different techniques and avocado varieties, they said that the series of […]

(Natural News) Cystic fibrosis is a progressive genetic disease wherein the body produces thick and sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and obstructs the pancreas. Cystic fibrosis can be life-threatening, and patients who suffer from it tend to have a short life span. Cystic fibrosis affects some 30,000 people in the United States, and around 1,000 […]

(Natural News) Dark, delectable dates are a staple food for people in Middle Eastern countries. The date fruit itself has been around for millennia, and ancient people had consumed these fruits as both food and natural medicine. Dates contain quite a lot of sugar for a fruit, earning them a bad rap in some circles. […]

(Natural News) When it comes to tropical fruits, the durian stands out, because of two reasons: its appearance and its smell. Visually, the durian (Durio zibethinus), endemic to Southeast Asia, looks like a large, thorn-covered football, with the fruit often reaching 1 foot in length. The fruit’s most noticeable characteristic, however, is its smell, which […]

(Natural News) Melons are fruits typically enjoyed during the summer months because of their water and sugar content. A slice of this juicy fruit, whether it’s cantaloupe, watermelon or honeydew, means relief on a hot day. No matter what kind of melon you eat, it is prudent to include them alongside other fruits in one’s diet. […]

(Natural News) Berries boast a formidable reputation in the realm of health foods. Chock-full of antioxidants, berries can keep mental faculties sharp in later life and protect against the toughest chronic diseases, including cancer. Potent organic compounds and immune-boosting plant pigments in berries can also confer a long list of health benefits, including better blood […]

(Natural News) Muffins are a popular, sweet treat, but regular ones are often made with added sugar and other unhealthy ingredients. Moreover, many people need alternatives to traditional muffin recipes to avoid ingredients that can trigger food allergies and intolerances like eggs, dairy products or grains. You can tweak traditional muffin recipes to make them […]

(Natural News) Tonsillitis is the inflammation of the tonsils — a set of lymphoid organs in the throat that play an important role in the immune system. The tonsils are the “first responders” to viral or bacterial infections. Tonsillitis causes swelling and pain in the tonsils and throat, and is sometimes accompanied by fever and chills. […]