Why do most of us chose chocolate mousse over fruit salad? What makes us eat cheeseburgers when we could opt for a healthier alternative such as vegetables? Scientists have now found that the reason behind such choices is actually a …

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Hormones control numerous functions within the human body – the most significant amongst them being metabolism. Metabolism directly influences how much food we take in, how we utilize it, how much gets stored and how much our body eventually consumes. …

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What is Asparagus? Asparagus Offciianalis is a perennial spring vegetable that is popular throughout the world. It is native to Europe and parts of Africa and West Asia. Though it was once classified as a member of the lily family, …

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What are Bell Peppers (Capsicums)? Bell peppers belong to the nightshade (Solanaceae) family of plants, along with chili pepper, cayenne pepper, eggplant, tomatoes and potatoes (except sweet potatoes and yams). Their scientific name is Capsicum annuum which is also used to …

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Contest Diet Superfoods – Spinach

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What is Spinach? Spinach is a flowering plant that is native to south and central Asia. It is generally thought that the consumption of spinach originated in ancient Persia. As spinach grew in popularity throughout China and other parts of …