Probably the best known of antioxidants, resveratrol is almost revered for its potential at reducing the risks of a whole host of diseases. Hence the massive interest in the potential healing power of grape juice and resveratrol. But do the claims hold up under scrutiny? Grape Juice And Resveratrol Most people have probably heard of [...] Read the full article
Low Fat Blackberry Crisp With Oatmeal Recipe
My wife tossed together this low fat blackberry crisp recipe a few nights ago. Quick and easy, with an oatmeal crisp topping, it was delicious. Low Fat Blackberry Crisp With Oatmeal Recipe Preheat oven to 400-degrees F, and gather the following ingredients. Ingredients Fresh blackberries – 24 ounces White Clover Honey – 1 Tablespoon Unsalted [...] Read the full article
The Straight Story On Ellagic Acid
Ellagitannins are polyphenolic antioxidants formed from ellagic acid and a carbohydrate (often times glucose). Abundant in fruits, seeds, and nuts, ellagitannins are thought to have many protective properties on health, chief among them being potential their anti-cancer properties. Their metabolite, ellagic acid, is formed during digestion, and a number of benefits to ellagic acid are [...] Read the full article
Chlorogenic Acid – The Acid In Coffee With An Antioxidant Kick
Although much has been written about drinking coffee for its antioxidant benefits, my recent article about cocoa flavonoids made me wonder about the relationship between these compounds, and the antioxidants in coffee. Turns out the primary antioxidant in coffee is chlorogenic acid, which was one I’ve never encountered. Chlorogenic Acid News about antioxidants usually focuses [...] Read the full article
What Are Flavanoids?
My recent post about cocoa flavonoids got me started on the question of the differences between flavonoids, flavanoids, and flavanols. These all tend to get lumped together, but my inner nerd demands we develop the distinction. What Are Flavanoids? Flavanoids are a subclass of the antioxidant compounds known as flavonoids. More broadly called plant polyphenols, [...] Read the full article
Cocoa Flavonoids – What Ancient Civilizations Can Teach Us About Medicinal Chocolate
According to archaeologists, the human love affair with cocoa started in Mexico and South America, and dates back to at least 1250 B.C. During those times chocolate had many uses, including serving as a form of currency, and in certain ceremonial drinks. But above all, it was prized for its medicinal properties. We now know [...] Read the full article
Healthy Breakfast For Kids
Over the course of the last year, my wife has turned her creative cooking juices toward developing healthy food that even our discriminating kids will love. Yesterday, she was inspired to make several high fiber breakfast recipes. The best, she called a “Berry Breakfast Rollup.” This is a derivative on a few recipes she’s tried [...] Read the full article
