CELERY: Properties, Benefits and Contraindications

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Origin of Celery Celery is believed to have originated in the Mediterranean basin. Ancient literature documents that celery, or a similar vegetable form, was cultivated for medicinal purposes before 850 B.C. It is stated that the medicinal purposes were probably attributed to its volatile oils, contained in all portions, but mainly in the seed.  During … Leer más

SOUR FRUITS: What They Are and Their Benefits for the Body

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List of Sour Fruits Names In order not to fail to ingest or combine these acidic fruits in your routines, you must take into account what they are, which is why here you will discover whether or not you consume acidic or citric fruits. Among them the following ones predominate: oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, which are … Leer más

SWEET POTATO: Properties, Benefits, Origin and History

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Origin and History of the Sweet Potato The sweet potato has a rich history and an interesting origin. It is one of the oldest vegetables known to mankind. Scientists believe that the sweet potato was domesticated thousands of years ago in Central America. After his first trip to the Americas in 1492, Christopher Columbus brought the … Leer más

CUCUMBER: Fruit or Vegetable. Benefits and Properties

The cucumber is part of the family of the Cucurbitaceae, known scientifically as cucumis sativus and normally from its cultivation, it tends to come out also the zucchini, the pumpkin and the watermelon. The plant from which this wonderful fruit comes out is creeping, which develops different cylindrical and edible fruits throughout the year. Cucumbers … Leer más

APRICOT: Properties, Benefits and Their Contraindications

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The apricot pulp is not juicy, but nevertheless has certain fibrous textures, and in some cases, with a floury consistency when it is completely ripe. Normally, it is consumed when it is extremely fresh, although in most cases, this wonderful fruit is used to make jams, marmalades, compotes, among others. Apricots have laxative properties, so they … Leer más

GARLIC: Properties, Benefits and Contraindications

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Origin and History of Garlic Garlic is believed to have originated in Central Asia, South Asia or Southwest Siberia. There is some debate about the origin of this herb. It is one of the oldest crops in the world. Garlic lovers brought the pungent herb to Egypt, Pakistan, India and China. Crusaders brought garlic to Europe. … Leer más

ALMOND: Benefits, Calories and Properties

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The almond, is a highly edible seed that belongs to the tree called almond tree, which is bright white, wrapped inside a brown shell throwing red. It is consumed in fresh state and usually it is of flavor as much sweet as salty. The almond belongs to the following classification of fruits: fruits rich in fiber, … Leer más

FIG: Benefits, Types and Properties

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The fig is considered by many people to be a false fruit, which is a receptacle, containing an infinite number of small fruits, commonly being seeds or pips one on top of the other. Its use is mostly as a fresh fruit, also, it can be ingested in a dried way, as different purees for … Leer más