There are a lot of cooking oils on the market and walking down that aisle in the grocery store can result in confusion and even fear. What if you choose the wrong one? How do you know which one is healthiest? What about ones you’ve not heard of as much, like grapeseed? Let’s explore what grapeseed oil is, it’s
Fish oil is a commonly used supplement, but few people actually know what it’s for or why they’re taking it. Those who don’t take it often wonder: should I be using fish oil supplements? If you don’t regularly eat fatty fish in your diet, at least three to five times per week, you likely aren’t getting enough
Medically review by Irena IlicFor the last few years, coconut oil has been stealing the limelight on the real food centre stage, but it’s time to shift your attention to another impressive performer – avocado oil.With a list of impressive health benefits and uses both in the kitchen and in your skin and hair beauty routine, avocado oil
Most people know about the health benefits of using olive oil, but avocado oil is something new for most people.We eat avocados because they are an excellent healthy fat that tastes great on toast, as guacamole, in tacos or other dishes but we aren’t used to the idea of cooking with avocado oil or of
Coconut oil is wildly popular in the health food world because of it’s many uses and health benefits, of which there are literally hundreds. But what are the best uses and benefits of coconut oil, and which ones are proven by research? [toc]What Is Coconut Oil?Coconut oil is a plant-based oil produced from the coconut. It is
We all want a whiter, healthier, and more beautiful smile, but did you know that oil pulling is one of the most effective methods for achieving it? If you haven’t heard of oil pulling before, the concept is quite simple: you swish a tablespoon of oil in your mouth (preferably on an empty stomach) for
You’d be forgiven for being hesitant about putting oil on your face. After all, isn’t oil exactly what you’re trying to remove from your pores? Contrary to popular belief, the opposite is actually true; you see, according to top dermatologists, facial oils may be that missing step in your beauty routine. Not all oils are
Black seeds have been around for thousands of years but have recently resurfaced as a health superfood. The oil from these black seeds has numerous health-promoting properties. While the seeds themselves can be eaten whole, the oil is a more popular remedy. What Is Black Seed Oil? Black seed oil comes from nigella sativa, a
The low-carb lifestyle and keto diet took the world by storm, and it’s not stopping any time soon. In fact, it’s not really all that new. Remember Atkins? It was a bit more commercial and a little less scientifically backed and real food-focused, but at it’s core, it’s just a low-carb diet. The Atkins diet also
Let’s cover the basics! The difference between essential nutrients and non-essential nutrients is simply the body’s ability to synthesise the nutrient internally. Essential nutrients must be consumed by humans because either the body is entirely unable to synthesise the nutrient, or it is unable to do so in substantial enough quantities. Essential versus non-essential nutrients Non-essential
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