BlogHide Resteemssweetnsmall (25)in recipe • 7 years agoAcai Berries: Top Health BenefitsYou may have noticed in grocery stores and health food stores acai berries are popping up in the form of dried fruit, juice, tea, smoothies, chocolate, and powders. They are at the moment gaining…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoActivated Charcoal: Health Benefits, Uses, RecipesRecently activated charcoal has been a growing food trend. Foodies have been flocking to restaurants that feature activated charcoal as an ingredient in various desserts including ice cream. (see…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoAvocados: Top Health Benefits, RecipesAvocados are a nutrient dense fruit with over 20 vitamins and minerals. Until recently, avocados have been frowned upon due to low fat diet fads. However, we now are able to recognize the critical…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoOats: Top Health BenefitsOats (avena sativa) are a common whole-grain breakfast food and are often used in baked goods. Oat groats are the most nutritious as it is the purest form of oats. Steel cut or rolled oats take less…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoChia Seeds: Top Six Health BenefitsThis ancient tiny black seed is cultivated in South America and was a staple in Mayan and Aztec diets. Recently, Chia seeds have gained notoriety as a superfood in health circles. Chia seeds can be…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoBuckwheat: Superfood Seed – Top Health BenefitsBuckwheat has a deceptive name and is actually a wheat-free and gluten-free seed originating from Asia. Buckwheat, or Fagopyrum esculentum, is usually found as buckwheat groats (seeds) or a flour…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoVanilla Beans: Types, Uses, RecipesVanilla is one of the most commonly used flavors in baking and a staple in the kitchen. There are various types of vanilla beans each with their own unique flavor profile. Vanilla when used in…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoGinger: Provides Relief, Health BenefitsGinger is a versatile spice that has a long history of use in treating aliments. With its spicy flavor and unique aroma ginger is used pickled, powdered, fresh, dried, or as n oil or juice. Ginger…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoSeven Health Benefits of Sweet PotatoesSweet potatoes are gaining momentum in health circles as it is nutrient rich, packed with antioxidants and high in fiber. This root vegetable comes in various colors from white to purple and has a…sweetnsmall (25)in cooking • 7 years agoTypes of Honey and Surprising Health BenefitsIn today’s health conscious world many are opting for honey instead of processed or refined sugar. Whether it be in your morning cup of tea or an alternative in a dessert honey is gaining…