TIPS ON HEALTHY FOOD AND RECIPES

Jamaican Tangelo, or as we often call it, the ugly fruit, originated on the island of Jamaica at the beginning of the 18th century. It was exported to the US and England in the 1930-the 1940s. It is a natural cross of a tangerine or orange and grapefruit.

Can you imagine a world without tomatoes? Packed with antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins, this juicy superfood is an essential part of a good dietary habit. Fresh tomatoes with mozzarella and basil, pasta with tomatoes, classic tomato soup … a list of recipes with tomatoes are endless.

Originally native to the North Atlantic and the Pacific Ocean, salmon is currently farmed in many places. Packed with omega 3 fatty acids, high-quality protein, minerals, and vitamins, it truly deserves the reputation of one of the most fantastic superfoods in the world.

Raspberries are among the most popular berries worldwide. Black, red, purple and golden, fresh and frozen - no matter! They are full of nutritional benefits for your health, skin, and hair.

Despite its super nutritional value, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) has become fashionable among foodies in recent years earning its well-deserved place among the world's most popular healthy foods. NASA has even approved this nutritional powerhouse as an excellent food for the astronauts during their long-term space journeys.

While many restaurants have closed their outdoor (and some indoor) seating, you’re probably cooking at home a lot more than you want.

If there were a ranking of the most popular root vegetables - potatoes would have taken the first place. The cultivation of one of the world's most consumed root vegetable started in the 16th century in Europe, although its origin goes back as far as 13 thousand years ago. The "marketing campaign" of this crop has been led by France's Royal family with Queen Marie Antoinette wearing the potato flowers in her hair during the dress balls.

Oats or as they are formally called Avena Sativa, are not only a rich source of fiber, protein, and vitamins. This superfood also contains so-called smart carbs which help to produce serotonin. Thus, a bowl of oatmeal is both a healthy breakfast idea to start your day and a sleep-inducing and relaxing night meal due to its ability to create serotonin.

Have you ever wondered what the diet of a prehistoric man was like? Fruits, vegetables, roots, meat, seeds and … nuts. Recent archaeological findings have shown that as long as 780,000 years ago, prehistoric man was using seven types of nuts in the diet. Thus nuts can genuinely be called the original superfoods as no “stone age menu” would be complete without them.

The jalapeno is best known as a constant in countless Mexican salsas and dishes, added for a little kick of spice. Jalapenos are the perfect balance of spicy and tasty, heating up dishes just the right amount while adding a pleasant flavor to accompany the heat.

It happened to be the ancient Egyptians who discovered how to make lemonade. This drink was a luxurious beverage that only the pharaoh and the royal family were allowed to imbibe. Since then, it’s become something we’ve all enjoyed for centuries.

The Inca berry- native to the mountains of South America- is a little known superfruit, even among health nuts. However, as it slowly makes its name known around the world, more and more people realize just how amazing these fruits are.

Kale often gets a bad rap because of its signature bitter taste, but we love it- packed with nutrients and antioxidants, it lives up to its name as the superfood of the century. Some people steer clear of this leafy green because of its strong flavor, but we think it's an asset, especially when you prepare it right.

Ok, so we may be cheating a bit here by placing a whole dish instead of one specific food product, but that’s only because pretty much anything that goes into traditional hummus is a superfood in its own right.

Offering bona fide proof that good things come in small packages, the small-but-mighty flaxseed is a nutritional superstar. Whether you want to ward off heart problems, reduce your risk of cancer, or simply improve the look of your hair and skin, flaxseed can do it all and more. From its background to its nutritional benefits to ways, you can incorporate flaxseed in your daily routine, read on to discover all you ever wanted to know about the latest rising star in the health food industry.