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We are what we eat! Let us show you how plant-based foods can bring you joy and wellness.

This past week, we featured Amaranth. Its grain is gluten-free and protein-rich, while its leaves also boast a host of nutrients.

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Amaranth is an instantly recognisable plant given its bright red feathery plumes of seeds. This little-known crop may not have received as much attention as other ‘ancient grains’ like quinoa or farro, but it is time for this superstar to shine!

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Vitamin K has been vigorously studied for its role in maintaining a healthy bone mineral density. This helps reduce risk of bone fractures, especially hip fractures. Preliminary studies show promise in the fight against osteoporosis.

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Did you know that walnuts are actually the seed of a drupe rather than a nut? It has a very peculiar shape where it has been described to look like a small brain or lungs. This nut is packed full of amazing nutrients!

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21 September marks the Mid Autumn Festival, signalling the end of the harvest season in the orient and when the moon is at its biggest and brightest. This is the second most observed festival in China after the Chinese New Year
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Turmeric comes from the Curcuma longa plant, which is mainly cultivated in India and China. It has a bitter, pungent and earthy taste. It is also called “Indian saffron” and “姜黄 (jiang huang)” in Chinese and “yellow root” in many other.

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Magnesium may not get the same attention as other minerals like calcium or sodium, but it plays a key supporting role in our body’s bone metabolism. Did you know that more than half of our body's magnesium that is stored in our bones?
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We are what we eat!

Let us show you how plant-based foods can bring you joy and wellness. Let us pay the farmer, not the pharmacy.

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Oats are a popular breakfast food throughout the world. Easy and quick to make, it can be spiced up with fruits, spreads and even with chocolate! Oats start out as groats which is the seed of the cereal grain.
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Vitamin A - also known as retinol - is a critical nutrient that our bodies cannot make, so we need to make sure it comes in our diet. Most frequently associated with eye health, it is also a potent antioxidant.

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This popular green concoction has spread from Japan to the world, but what exactly is Matcha?

Characterised by a vibrant green color and an unforgettable flavor, matcha is the powdered form of green tea leaves.

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Fermentation is a process where carbohydrates are converted to alcohol or acids. Beyond creating “tang town”, the fermentation process turns the food into a probiotic factory for good bacteria. https://t.co/wiS32d8auR

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We are what we eat!

Ever the bridesmaid, rarely the bride, we often overlook celery and treat it as an afterthought. Here are a few recipe ideas to fully reap its goodness!

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Love it or hate it, celery tends to elicit strong reactions from everyone. We typically think of it as a crunchy snack, but rarely as being a key part of our health support. Today, we hope to change your mind about that!

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Cruciferous vegetables are rich sources of sulfur-containing compounds known as glucosinolates, giving these veggies the characteristic pungency in aroma and bitter/spicy taste.
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We are what we eat!
Let us show you how plant-based foods can bring you wellness.

Let us pay the farmer, not the pharmacy. Dragon fruits are rich in beneficial nutrients! Apart from enjoying it cold and sliced, here are some other recipe inspirations.

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With its leather-like peel and spiky exterior, the dragon fruit looks like something straight out of the pages of a Dr Seuss book. It’s little wonder how the dragon fruit came to be named!

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Baby greens are exactly what they sound like - typical leafy vegetables like spinach, arugula, kale and lettuces that are harvested just a few weeks old, rather than when they are fully matured.

Enjoy these bite-sized greens!

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We are what we eat!

Taken in moderation, chocolate offers tremendous benefits, from antioxidant protection to cardiovascular support, emotional and even mental boosts!

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