Posts Tagged ‘nutrition’
Buckwheat Benefits Nutrition
Buckwheat used to be known as a peasant’s meal. It met the basic requirement of filling the stomach, while being easy to grow and full of valuable nutrients. Buckwheat arrived in Europe as a cereal plant by way of introduction from the Mongolians in the 14th century. Today, it shows-up around the world as…
Read MoreChickpeas, a healthy nutrient bomb
The many health benefits of chickpeas should come as no surprise. For over 8,000 years chickpeas have appeared in cuisines spanning all cultures. As a food, chickpeas or chick peas (Cicer arietinum) are ancient, and they contain lots of proteins, minerals and trace elements. They are rich in B vitamins and fiber, making them a perfect choice…
Read MoreHow To Cook Chestnuts And Why They Are Healthy
You can not help singing about chestnuts over open fires during Christmastime. If you weren’t singing before, we suspect you are now. Sweet chestnuts also come to mind, because this healthy meal received the honor of Tree of the Year 2018 in Germany. Let’s take a closer look at the edible sweet chestnut and the…
Read MoreAre Carbohydrates Bad for You?
Over the past 20 years, carbohydrates and health have entered the crosshairs of our health-industrial complex. Carbs have devolved into a culprit of ill health and the growing catastrophe of lifestyle diseases such as obesity and diabetes.
Read MoreHealthy Alternative to Coffee
If you’re contemplating a break from caffeine, for health reasons or for a cleanse, there is a healthy alternative to coffee, it is called spelt coffee.
Read MoreAncient Nutritional Treatment
Hildegard of Bingen’s Viriditas, or “life force”, lies at the heart of her nutritional treatment therapy. Food provides each organism with fundamental energy and healing power. Proper nutrition can prevent the need for pills later on.
Read MorePsyllium: Health Benefits of Soluble Fiber
“It makes the mood of depressed people happy, and helps bring the brain to good health.”
Read MoreIs Spelt Gluten Free?
We often hear the question: “is spelt gluten free?” Although the answer to that question is “no,” we’ve found that spelt represents a reasonable alternative for those with grain sensitivities.
Read MoreWhat is Psyllium Husk?
So what is psyllium husk? Psyllium (sill-E-um) is the common name of plants from the plantago genus. There are around 200 species of plantago found throughout the world. Psyllium is indigenous to the Mediterranean region, where its name was derived from Greek words for flea, due to its small, prolific seeds (each plant can produce…
Read MoreHildegard’s Medieval Diet
Even today, thousands choose to follow Hildegard Health for nutrition. In Germany, her influence has shaped the way many people think about food and its healing properties.
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