Health Point: Miso

You’re probably familiar with miso from the side soups you’ve been served at Japanese and other asian restaurants, but there’s a whole lot more to this magical fermented superfood than meets the eye! Available in various different types and crammed full of nutrients, miso is a versatile superfood which is equally as tasty in sweet dishes as it is in savoury. We see miso as an ancient superfood. It has been enjoyed throughout Asia for centuries as a delicious soup and as an ingredient in cooking with great health credentials. Miso is highly nutritious, packed full of vitamins, antioxidants, protein…

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Health Point: Broccoli

Broccoli is a branched, green vegetable with either purple or more commonly green flower buds. It belongs to the cruciferous family, along with cauliflower, cabbage and kale and it can be eaten raw or cooked. It is a good source of fibre and protein, and contains iron, potassium, calcium, selenium and magnesium as well as the vitamins A, C, E, K and a good array of B vitamins including folic acid. Research found that consuming steamed broccoli regularly lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease by reducing the total amount of cholesterol in the body. It also contains certain carotenoids called…

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Health Point: Papaya

Carica papaya is the scientific name of the orange and green fruit known more commonly as papaya. It tastes sweet and has a soft texture that many find appealing. The seeds are also edible, although they’re more bitter than the fruit itself. Papayas contain high levels of antioxidants vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E. Diets high in antioxidants may reduce the risk of heart disease. Additionally, papaya's high fiber content may reduce the risk of heart disease. High-fiber diets lower cholesterol levels. Papaya also has folic acid, which is essential for converting the amino acid homocysteine into less harmful…

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