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Be warned! Some Food Labels do not completely reveal Food Allergen Info
Despite being the ninth most prevalent food allergy in the United States, sesame allergies are probably less well-known than allergies to peanuts, shellfish, and lactose. To put this into perspective, a recent study found that at least one million Americans had a sesame allergy. Anaphylaxis from a sesame allergy can be lethal in severe circumstances.…
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The Amazing Wonders of Moringa
Malunggay, scientifically known as Moringa Oleifera, is a tree that has numerous health advantages and is widely grown in South Asia. Moringa Oleifera has multiple English names or phrases in different nations due to its increasing popularity. It is a plant that provides numerous health advantages in all of its parts, including moringa leaves, oil,…
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Surprising Health Benefits of Kimchi
Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish made of fermented, salted vegetables, according to Kimberly Thomas of Medical News Today. It can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most common are cabbage and seasonings like sugar, salt, onions, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers. Kimchi may have some health benefits, but the fermentation process…
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Common Types of Cancers in the Philippines
Did you know that cancers were among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide? According to World Health Organization (WHO), cancer accounts for nearly 10 million deaths or nearly one in six deaths in 2020. The most common cancers are breast, lung, colon and rectum, and prostate cancers. Around one-third of deaths from cancer…
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Get to Know the Creeping Cucumber
Have you ever heard about the Creeping Cucumber? How does it look and taste? Is it edible and healthy? Where can we usually find this creeping cucumber? If you’re as curious as me, then find out more about it by taking time to read this article on the Creeping Cucumber. The Tagalog name for creeping…
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Is it Safe to Eat Super Spicy Foods?
If you enjoy spicy food, you’re certainly familiar with the feeling that it “hurts so good,” but have you ever thought if your love of spicy food could harm you? Spicy peppers are measured on the Scoville scale. Others are higher, while others are lower. Many people consciously choose to eat spicy foods. And on…
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Which Vegetables have the Highest Folic Acid content?
Folic acid is an essential vitamin for pregnant women and aids in the production of red blood cells and cell development. B9 is one of the eight B vitamins, and it is also referred to as folate. It is naturally present in many foods, and a synthetic form of the vitamin called folic acid is…
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Alcohol and its impact to health
Oftentimes, when we refer to alcohol, we mean the alcohol present in beer, wine, and spirits. These beverages include alcohol, which is what makes you drunk. Alcohol found in beverages is known as ethanol (ethyl alcohol). It is created when the carbohydrates in grains, fruits, and vegetables are fermented by yeast. For instance, the sugar…
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Celebrating the Heart Month
Although February has a special day dedicated to hearts, every day of the month is also a day for the heart. Philippine Heart Month is celebrated every year in February according to Proclamation No. 1096, which was adopted on January 9, 1973. The declaration aims to raise awareness of heart disease among Filipinos as a…
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What happens if you consume Oatmeal daily?
Given the variety of uses for oats, oatmeal is a fantastic option for a wholesome breakfast. Warm consumption, soaking overnight, baking into bars or muffins, or even adding them to waffle batter are all options. But other than its delicious adaptability, why do health experts advise oatmeal as a go-to breakfast item? What potential long-term…
