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Seven Probiotics: Human Digestive Health
Probiotics help maintain human health and support environmental balance. Seven major probiotics species benefit human physical and mental...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 277 min read
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How & Why to Ferment Green Beans
Fermentation brings layers of flavor and a range of health benefits. Green beans are nutritious, but nourishing factors can be inhibited...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 275 min read
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Fermenting Cabbage to Make Sauerkraut
Fermenting cabbage to make sauerkraut is a cultural and culinary tradition. This tangy side dish und sausage topping has plenty of health...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 274 min read
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Cellulose: Plant Fibers of Structure & Strength
Cellulose is a polysaccharide or multi-sugar compound, one of the most abundant carbohydrates. Known for its flexible rigidity it...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 274 min read
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Phytic Acid: Mother Nature's Nutrient Secrets
Phytic acid supports plant health and environmental sustainability. This multi-dimensional compound is vital to nature. Besides...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 263 min read
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Lectins & Phytates: Nature of Plants + Human Health
Lectins and phytates are compounds essential for plant health. In small amounts they benefit humans. Lectins protect plants, often with...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 263 min read
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Potassium (K): Human Health & Environment
Potassium an essential element with great influence in human health and the natural environment. Here are its scientific properties,...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 265 min read
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7 Primary Electrolytes: Essential Ions & Health
Electrolytes are essential minerals that carry electric charges. Dysfunction can make them fire off in unwanted ways. Integral for...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 267 min read
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Kombucha: Ancient Brew & DIY Health Tea
Kombucha is a popular wellness elixir around the world. This sparkling beverage with ancient origins promises a range of health benefits....

Sylvia Rose
Jan 255 min read
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SCOBY & Mother of Vinegar: Cultured Cuisine
The Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast, or SCOBY, and Mother of Vinegar ( Mycoderma aceti ) both create delicious unique fermented...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 253 min read
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Magnesium (Mg): Ecology & Human Health
Magnesium is an element and electrolyte crucial to life on Earth. As the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body, magnesium is...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 245 min read
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Electrolytes: Vital Minerals of Human & Environmental Health
Electrolytes are vital minerals like potassium and magnesium. Function or dysfunction of electrolytes affects health of humans and...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 245 min read
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Natural Anti-Spasmodic Treatments for Muscle Spasms & Pain
Muscle spasms are involuntary, often painful contractions. They happen for many reasons including stress, body imbalance or dehydration....

Sylvia Rose
Jan 248 min read
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Amino Acids: Optimal Body Health & Energy
Amino acids are organic compounds. They create long chains of proteins and have essential functions in many biological processes. Amino...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 235 min read
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Tannins: Complex Astringents of Nature
Tannins are phenol compounds found in a variety of plants. Their survival strategies in nature produce benefits in wine, food, health...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 235 min read
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Esters & Phenols in Brewing, Perfumes, Food Making
Esters and phenols are compounds creating flavors, colors and aromas for sensory experience. Artisans in brewing, perfumery or food must...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 225 min read
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Flavonoids: the Big Five of Aroma, Flavor & Color
Flavonoids are plant compounds created to facilitate life of the plant. They produce vibrant colors, scents and flavors to attract...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 223 min read
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Flavonoids: Sensory Compounds of Nature
Flavonoids are natural compounds with color enhancement properties, a plant protection arsenal and health benefits to humans. A large...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 223 min read
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Phenols: Effects on Health & Environment
Phenols have both harmful and beneficial effects on human health and the natural environment. In nature they have varied purposes, like...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 213 min read
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Phenols: Nature's Creations in Daily Life
Phenols are found in the aromatic compounds of plants and synthetic variants. These compounds influence the environment and health in...

Sylvia Rose
Jan 213 min read
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