Phytonutrients: What are they and do we need them?
Phytonutrients, also known as antioxidants, are the natural chemical compounds that make up plants and can be found in vegetables, fruit, grains, legumes, whole grains, and spices. They are also referred to as phytochemicals and give fruits, vegetables, and plants their smell or color! Some benefits include fighting off oxidative stress (prevents free radicals (toxins) […]
Vitamins and Why They Are Vital: Vitamin B Part I
Vitamins are an essential part of our diet, as they are crucial for our health and wellbeing. We make vitamins after we consume food or supplements, and they provide many health benefits such as preventing health issues due to deficiencies, promoting organ health, and they are involved in every bodily process. In our series Vitamins […]