A study published in the British Journal of Pharmacology says that citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and grapefruits can help prevent the formation of kidney cysts through a flavonoid called naringenin. This hereditary disease is transmitted from father to son and known as polycystic kidney disease. This condition normally occurs in adults but there are also children among the affected. ...
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Tea and oranges to prevent ovarian cancer
Great news for lovers of tea and oranges: They help prevent epithelial ovarian cancer according to results of a large study conducted by the University of East Anglia (Great Britain), the School of Health, University Púbilca Harvard (USA) and BWH (Brigham and Women's Hospital, USA). This study was recently published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and confirms that tea and citrus ...
Does hot chocolate taste better in an orange cup?
Did you had a cup of chocolate today? When you do it the next time try to put it in an orange cup. Two researchers from the Polytechnic Universities of Valencia and Oxford have found that the color of the container in which food or beverages are served affect taste perception. In a study published in the Journal of Sensory Studies, in which 57 people participated, chocolate was served in cups ...
The incredible benefits of tangerines.
The origin of mandarins is China and its name comes from its characteristic color. The Portuguese called "mandarim" (Mandarin) to the bureaucrats of Imperial China, were those who commanded and they alone had the authority to deal with outsiders. Properties With four or five pieces a day have basic needs of vitamin C. So this delicious fruit helps boost the immune system and protect against ...
The perfect breakfast!
Eat breakfast like a king ...! Surely you know this saying, but have you ever wondered what nutrients must include a perfect breakfast? In the morning we need a lot of energy to cope with daily chores and not fail in the attempt. So you will surrender more, both physical and intellectual aspect and also you get weight control easier. Fruit and cereals are essential to a good breakfast. Start ...
The Orange Blossom.
It is the white flower of the bitter orange symbolizing purity. Its name comes from the Arabic Az-Zahr meaning flower. Although it refers to different white flowers, the Az-Zahr is popularly associated with the orange. A beautiful flower with a unique and delicate flavor and very appreciated in therapeutic properties. Orange blossom (Citrus aurantium) is primarily used ...
