Aloysia polystachya For Treating Anxiety
The powdered leaves of the herb Aloysia polystachya (Griseb.) Moldenke are often used to treat anxiety. The herb is regularly taken in a powdered form […]
FOOD AND DRINK
Marshmallow For Suppressing Coughs
The marshmallow is a northern herb which has found favour in folklore for being a treatment for coughs and sore throats as well as being […]
Feijoa – Lush !
The flavour of the Feijoa fruit has been hailed as pure heaven — I have no attributable sources to this comment, save I heard it from buyers at […]
The Many Uses For Lavender Oil
Lavender is a popular garden plant and a great attractor of bees. The oil is also noted for its fine aroma and calming properties. All […]
Why We Love Cadbury Creme Eggs
Cadbury Crème Eggs: We love them whether we know it or not. Is it because they have such a creamy and delicious taste ? Or […]
Morchella Genus: The Enigmatic Morels and Their Biotechnological Significance
Introduction The Morchella genus encompasses a group of fungi renowned for their distinctive appearance and culinary allure. Morels, as they are commonly known, are cherished […]
What Happens In Fat Metabolism? Beta-Oxidation
Fats are an important nutritional source of energy as well as molecules for cell membranes and other organelles in cells. Fat metabolism as opposed to […]
The Supply of Food Oils from Nordic Countries
The supply chain for food oils in the Nordic countries is a complex and multifaceted system that involves various stakeholders, from farmers and producers to […]
Plastic Eaten By Mealworms
Plastic eaten by mealworms and saving the planet might have seemed liked some lurid science fiction pot boiler years ago but there is reality in […]
Konjac Glucomannan
Introduction Konjac glucomannan (KGM) is a highly polymerized dietary fibre obtained from the roots and tubers of the plant Amorphophallus konjac C. Koch The plant […]
Compound Coatings That Replace Chocolate
Compound coatings have developed in popularity with home chefs and professionals is because they have properties that other coatings such as chocolate do not possess. […]
The Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin
One of the vibrant colours of Indian cooking is partly due to the addition of turmeric, an ochre coloured spice obtained from its rhizomes. Turmeric […]
What Are Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs) ?
The polyunsaturated fatty acids which are abbreviated to PUFAs, are lipids. They all have at least two double bonds present. Those of animal origin are […]
What Is Soy Leghemoglobin?
Leghemoglobin is probably the reason why there has been such dramatic rise in the meatless or meat-free burger. Might seem odd to say but it […]
Risk Of Obesity In Children Appears To Be Reduced When Drinking Whole Milk
The risk of obesity in children appears to be reduced when drinking whole milk. This surprising claim is supported by a new study published in […]
Cassava – Production, Properties and Benefits
Cassava is a woody perennial shrub with tuberous roots. It belongs to he genus Manihot which is in the Euphorbiaceae family and is also called […]
Tea Drinkers Said To Live A Healthier And Longer Life
New research published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology shows that drinking tea at least three times a week is associated with have a […]
Beverage Trends For 2020
At this time of year all the major market report suppliers are wading in with their predictions for the next year and to some extent […]
Pitaya (Dragonfruit)
The red pitaya or pitahaya (Family: Cactaceae) also known as the dragonfruit, or pittaberry is an attractive deep red fruit which unusually comes from a […]