Ganoderma lucidium—also known as reishi or lingzhi in the east and bracket mushroom in the west—is a brown, fleshy mushroom that grows on both coniferous and hardwood species. Named as Red Mushroom in
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Calamansi is the fruit of the Calamondin tree, which belongs to the citrofortunella family. Also known as Philippine Lime, calamansi is characterized for its green fruits that turn yellow when ripened. The fruit
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Acid reflux, heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a symptom of mucosal damage. This occurs when stomach acids go up from the stomach and into the esophagus. Acid reflux is caused by
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As adults, we get so busy at work that the last thing we want to worry about is what to pack for lunch. If you’re spending thousands of dollars on food per month,
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Fructose malabsorption – also known as dietary fructose intolerance – is a digestive disorder in which the body cannot absorb fructose. This occurs when the small intestine is unable to process fructans properly.
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Hazelnuts are derived from the nut of the hazel tree. The Hazel tree belongs to a genus of deciduous trees and large shrubs native to the Northern Hemisphere. The hazelnuts are eaten in
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Chia is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the mint family. Chia plant is largely cultivated for its seeds, which is a valuable food source. The chia plant originated from South
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Prawn is a type of large crustacean or shrimp. It belongs to the suborder of Dendrobranchiata, a class of decapod crustaceans. Apart from being an important food source, prawns are considered as one
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Winter is the perfect time to cozy up and enjoy the colder climate. But it’s a pain for folks who need fresh produce all year long. It’s hard to grow certain types of
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Red palm oil is a variation of regular palm oil used for cooking or blended into salad oils or mayonnaise. Red palm oil is taunted as the healthier kind of cooking oil because
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Loquat is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It’s native to South Central China and is commercially grown for its yellow fruit. Loquats are also sold as ornamental
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Chocolates aren’t exactly known to be diet-friendly but some studies suggest that your favorite sweets may actually help you lose weight. Chocolates are popular because of its pleasant taste which makes it quite
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