This book contains a wealth of information on the raw food lifestyle. Nutrition experts Brenda Davis and Vesanto Melina once again provide the essential information needed to safely embrace a new dietary lifestyle. As they did for vegetarians and vegans in Becoming Vegetarian and Becoming Vegan, they present the first authoritative look at the science […]
Curcumin for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease
Curcumin (Curcuma longa) is the main biologically active phytochemical compound of turmeric. It is extracted, concentrated, standardized and researched. Curcumin, which gives the yellow color to turmeric, was first isolated almost two centuries ago, and its structure as diferuloylmethane was determined in 1910. Curcumin has been part of Indian traditional medicine for thousands of years, […]
Blueberry Peach Energy Smoothie
Plump blueberries and ripe peaches join together to make an excellent smoothie. The right combination of fruits can help you boost your energy levels. Peaches are packed with antioxidant vitamins, B vitamins that support metabolism and energy-providing carbohydrates. Blueberries also positively affect your energy due to the high amount of carbohydrates contained within them. Number […]
Spicey Guacamole
When you’re eating guacamole, you’re eating history that dates back to the 1500s. The Aztec empire created this spread with the same exact ingredients that local restaurants use today. The Aztecs called this saucy spread “ahuaca-mulli” which translates to avocado-mixture or avocado-sauce. In addition to its use in modern Mexican cuisine, it has also become […]