Primary headaches (cephalgia) are headaches characterized by pain either in the head or neck area, or both. They are believed to be caused by a reduced blood flow to various areas of the cerebral cortex. However, diet as well as physiological and environmental factors play a crucial part in the evolution and management of the condition. … Read more about Why do we get headaches?
Originating in Africa, yams (Dioscorea rotundata) are tuberous vegetables very similar in appearance, but not related to sweet potatoes. Yams boast a good fiber content, are low in fat, starchy and a bit dry. They have a good nutritional profile and are a moderate source of important nutrients such as vitamin C and B vitamins, as … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Yams
Fruit juices are quite a popular food choice, more popular even than the fruits they’re made from. While it’s always better to choose whole fruits over fruit juices, when it comes to fruits such as sea-buckthorn, it’s understandable why people would choose the juice over the extremely astringent fruit. But in this case, drinking sea-buckthorn … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Sea-Buckthorn Juice
It is said that 19th century Royal Navy British sailors relied immensely on limes to prevent possibly the most dreaded disease that could befall a seaman: scurvy. Despite the lack of scientific evidence at the time, trial and error made it possible for sailors of that era to enjoy one of the many health benefits … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Lime