(Natural News) The sweet potato may not be a true potato, but this tuber packs just as many nutrients as its namesake. Ipomoea batatas is a starchy root vegetable with thin, brown skin; oblong, tuberous roots; and usually orange-colored, sweet-tasting flesh. It is native to Central and South America and grows well in subtropical climates. Excellent source […]

(Natural News) They may be tiny, but microgreens pack a powerful, nutrient-dense punch. The word “microgreens” is the name for the seedlings of edible herbs and vegetables. “Microgreens are an emerging class of specialty fresh produce that has gained popularity with chefs and consumers in recent years and could have a positive impact in the […]

(Natural News) The New York Times is on a mission: Get people to believe that at least 80 percent of them have normal vitamin D levels; that the nutrient is only important in the prevention of rickets in children and osteomalacia (a softening of the bones) in adults; that normal levels of vitamin D are […]

(Natural News) The world’s food supply is seriously lacking in iron and zinc, according to an international study led by researchers from the U.K. and Austria. Their article, released in the journal Global Food Security, looked at the current micronutrient deficiency in food systems around the world, especially in areas that need it. This phenomenon, which […]

(Natural News) No matter how old you are, you will benefit from taking phosphatidylserine supplements. Phosphatidylserine is a type of fat that naturally occurs in all cells in the body, but is mostly found in the brain. It is one of the few brain supplements that has been proven safe and effective for people of […]

(Natural News) A study published in Global Food Security reported that vegetables have untapped not just nutritional, but also economic benefits. According to the authors, with proper research and development, vegetables can be crucial to securing worldwide food security. Vegetables are an affordable source of vitamins and minerals necessary for overall health, but their economic and nutritional power […]

(Natural News) Low levels of sodium in the blood known as hyponatremia can play a role in the impairment and decline of cognitive function in older adults, according to a study published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Mild hyponatremia is commonly found in older adults and was found to be […]

(Natural News) The last few decades saw the scientific community examining various compounds in search of additional diabetes treatments. One such compound is the trace element vanadium. According to health experts, the trace element can be found in many food sources, and can be beneficial for bone health when taken in very small amounts. Several […]

(Natural News) Eating choline-rich foods during pregnancy may improve prenatal brain development, a study published in the Journal of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology showed. A team of researchers at the Cornell University examined 26 expectant mothers as part of the study. The women were randomly divided into two groups, all of whom consumed the same diet. The […]

(Natural News) Rowans aren’t just ornamental plants; they can also be used to improve gluten-free breads. According to a team of researchers from various Russian institutions, adding rowan to bread significantly enhances its nutritional profile, and makes it less prone to spoilage. For the purposes of the study,which has been published in Agronomy Research, the […]