Category Archives: Fruit

The New Nordic Diet For Weight Loss

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Robert Barrington
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High Protein Diets And Bone Loss: Let’s Put This Myth To Bed

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Robert Barrington

High protein diets are beneficial at causing weight loss. The exact reason for this is likely multifactorial in nature. The presence of undigested proteins in the stomach inhibit gastric emptying and this maintains any carbohydrate in the stomach for longer. … Continue reading →

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Fruit And Vegetables Are Cardioprotective: Is Potassium Pivotal?

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Robert Barrington

The theory that high sodium diets cause hypertension is controversial. This is because while some studies do show that high sodium diets cause blood pressure rises in certain subgroups of the population as a whole, they are not able to … Continue reading →

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Can You Get All The Vitamin C You Need In The Diet?

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Consider a liquidiser

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Many people consume fruits juices in the mistaken belief that they good for their health. This is based on the false premise that they contain the same health benefits as whole fruit. However, studies show that those who consume fruit … Continue reading →

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A Rainbow of Colours

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Robert Barrington

The vivid colours in fruits and vegetables are due to the presence of a myriad of plant derived chemicals (phytonutrients) that protect the plant tissues from pests and environmental damage. Many of these chemicals are biologically active in humans, meaning … Continue reading →

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Citrus and Vitamin C

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Organic Fruit

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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How To Eat An Orange

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Fruits and Vegetables

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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