apples have no points on the weightwatchers diet

WeightWatchers Or WW Diet

May 3, 2019 smitsa 0

The WeightWatchers Flex programme or WW diet is a well established diet which relies on the SmartPoints system. Values are assigned to a series of […]

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Achieving Stable Gene Amplification

May 2, 2019 smitsa 0

Generating stable gene amplification in a chromosome typically involves the introduction of specific genetic elements or manipulation of the chromosome to promote increased copy numbers […]

460rgan oil and fruits on a black background.

The Benefits Of Argan Oil

May 2, 2019 smitsa 0

Argan Oil is not as well known as olive oil but deserves better press. Suppliers at food exhibitions regularly show off this plant oil because it has […]

Jute makes for a classic textile as well as having defined health benefits. Full frontal picture.

Jute

April 26, 2019 smitsa 1

Jute which has the scientific name of Corchorus olitorius L. (Co) and is a member of the Malvaceae family. It is a leafy vegetable. The plant […]

Fruit are wonderful sources of anthocyanins

What Are Anthocyanins?

April 26, 2019 smitsa 0

Anthocyanins are natural pigments belonging to the flavonoid family and are responsible for a wide range of red and purple colours in fruits, vegetables and […]

wheat with a no go symbol. A sign for celiac disease sufferers.

Celiac Disease

April 17, 2019 smitsa 0

Celiac disease or ceoliac disease is a condition which has long been the bane of cereal eaters for many years. It is still the most […]

Sweet potato lined up. Pink skinned and presumably pink fleshed too.

We Love The Sweet Potato

April 17, 2019 smitsa 1

The sweet potato (Ipomea batatas {L.} Lam.) is now a regular feature of the grocer’s retailing shelves. The tubers which are swollen roots are available […]

Candy in a jar. Some are using Allura Red and Tartrazine colouring.

Allura Red AC

April 15, 2019 smitsa 0

Quite often in US and European food formulations you will see a number of artificial colours. One in particular is Allura Red AC which is […]