Traditionally, Western Europe has two broad nutritional approaches - the Northern European and Southern European. The Mediterranean Diet is Southern European, and more specifically focuses on the eating habits of the people of Crete, much of Greece, and southern Italy. Today, Spain, southern France, and Portugal are also included; even though Portugal does not have … Continue reading Mediterranean Diet: Facts and Health Benefits
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Foods Loaded with Manganese
Manganese is an essential trace mineral found in very small quantities in our body. This mineral performs several vital biological functions within the body such as the proper functioning of enzymes, healing wounds, assimilation of nutrients and development of bones. Moreover, superoxide dismutase (SOD), an antioxidant enzyme that aids in combating the harmful free radicals, … Continue reading Foods Loaded with Manganese
