Blueberries, walnuts and dark green leafy vegetables head the list, but diversity is the key to getting more antioxidants in your diet.
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Humans have watched and learned from animals who treat their ills with bioactive plants. This animal wisdom has a scientific name: zoopharmacognosy.
Beyond ordinary consumption, new research finds uses for kola nut in areas like agriculture and health.
An extract of a plant’s fruit in Nigeria could protect against seizure and prevent brain degeneration. It could therefore be studied further for the development of a new antiepileptic drug.
Phytonutrients are chemical compounds found in plants. They appear to have a variety of benefits for human health, including possibly lowering the risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes.
If the government wants people to be healthy, they’re going to need to make varied diets more affordable.
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