What is fibre? So let’s start with what fibre actually is. Fibre (or roughage) is an essential part of our diet that can be found only in plants.  Other foods like meat and dairy cannot provide your body with dietary fibre. Why is fibre so important? Foods high in fibre play a key role in […]

What is a high-protein, low carbohydrate diet? Specifically, there is no such thing as ‘the’ high-protein, low carbohydrate diet. It is more of a diet style, so you would refer to it as being ‘a’ high-protein low carb diet. One of the main aims of the diet is to put your body into a state known as ketosis; this […]

What Is Peach? Peaches are juicy and versatile summer fruits that are native to China and South Asia. Their Latin name is Prunus persica and peaches are a product of deciduous trees that grow in temperate regions of the world. Peaches belong to the family of Rosaceae, which includes fruits like plums and cherries. China is the largest producer of peaches and they are auspiciously […]

Being skinny, having a fit body and trying to lose weight every time you don’t feel you’re looking absolutely amazing is just the way many people live their lives. But the constant pressure and fear of failure can really take a toll on you. And as soon as you realize your weight-losing regime isn’t producing […]

There’s no doubt that fiber is one of the key nutrients that is essential for a healthy diet. Unfortunately, a large number of people fail to consume the daily required amount of fiber. According to a study, it has been revealed that this is exactly what’s happening to most children and adults in America. 5 Signs […]

What Is L-carnitine? L-carnitine is a non-essential amino-acid-like compound, meaning it’s produced in the body naturally. Its main function is to help the body to produce energy and plays an important role in muscle movement as well as the normal functioning of the brain and heart. L-carnitine is responsible for escorting long-chain fatty acids to your cells’ mitochondria, […]

What is Calcium? In humans, calcium is the most abundant mineral and forms about 2% of our total body weight. Almost all of this calcium is found in the skeleton and the rest is found in the teeth, the blood plasma, the body’s soft tissues and the extracellular fluid. The main role of calcium in […]

What are Kalonji Seeds or Nigella Seeds? Kalonji, also termed as Nigella is a small black seed that grows on Kalonji bushes in the South as well as South-western Asia. The height of the plant is half to one meter. It has flowers of blue colour. The colour of seeds is black. It is chemically […]

What is Calcium? Calcium, as we all know, is one of the most important mineral needed by the human body. Not only is it vital for the growth and maintenance of healthy teeth and bones but also facilitates muscle contraction, nerve signaling and secretion of certain hormones and enzymes. This mineral plays an important role […]

What Are Artichokes? Artichokes are known in their natural form as cardoon, and their scientific classification is Cynara cardunculus.  They are a native to the Mediterranean region, which is primarily why they play such a major part in their cuisine. Artichokes can be found throughout Europe, the Middle Eastern countries, and America, but they are less frequently […]