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Knowledge Corner on food, nutrition, processing, and green living for the PGS Vietnam community.

Food knowledge and daily life

Fruit stickers may seem harmless, but they could pose potential health risks

Though seemingly harmless stickers, the adhesive residue left on fruit can become a source of exposure to chemicals and bacteria that many people often overlook.

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Propagating Star Anise Trees by Layering and Grafting

Star anise (Illicium verum) is one of the specialty crops of high economic value, cultivated primarily in northern mountainous provinces such as Lang Son and Cao Bang.

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Knowledge on controlling rice blast disease

Rice blast is one of the most dangerous diseases in rice plants, causing severe yield and quality losses across many rice-growing regions in Vietnam.

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4 groups of fruits you should not eat with watermelon

When combining fruits, attention must be paid to their chemical composition, nature and flavor, and digestion rate to understand potential harmful incompatibilities.…

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4 health benefits of salted eggs, and how to eat them properly?

Salted eggs are a quintessential ingredient in Asian cuisine, boasting a signature rich and savory flavor. However, behind this allure, does this food…

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The "golden" time to drink coconut water for beautiful skin

Coconut water has long been known as a wonderful natural refreshment, but few realize that it is also a treasure trove of nutrients for the beauty of…

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Foods that effectively protect the skin from the summer sun

Summer, with the scorching heat characteristic of Vietnam's climate, is always a concern whenever going outdoors. Ultraviolet rays such as UVA and UVB are silent enemies…

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Cao Bang Black Grass Jelly - A Refreshing Flavor from the Land of Mountains and Rivers

Black grass jelly has become one of the signature OCOP products, fully preserving the distinctive flavor of the Mountainous Land each summer.

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Euphorbia resinifera and resiniferatoxin: A potent pain-inducing compound

Chili peppers have long been synonymous with spiciness, but few people know that their 'heat' is still quite mild compared with that of a little-noticed succulent plant.

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3 Best Ways to Eat Pomegranate for Anti-Aging Benefits

Pomegranates have long been considered a skin-beautifying food thanks to their rich antioxidant content. These active compounds help protect cells and slow down aging, making pomegranate…

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8 benefits of eating mushrooms regularly

Dishes made from various types of mushrooms are not only delicious but also provide rich nutrients. Eating mushrooms regularly helps boost health.

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Poultry mites - the farmer's hidden enemy

There is a tiny yet extremely dangerous "enemy" that silently causes lingering damage without being recognized in time—poultry red mites.

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Does drinking a glass of tomato juice a day help lower blood pressure?

Rich in lycopene and potassium, tomatoes have long been considered a heart-healthy food. Recent studies show that regularly consuming tomato juice may…

“Spring's miracle remedy”: Garland chrysanthemum greens benefit everything from the heart to the brain

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“Spring’s miracle remedy”: Chrysanthemum greens benefit everything from the heart to the brain

This vegetable is loved by many for its unique, fresh aroma. Extremely good for internal organs and overall health, it grows abundantly in Vietnamese gardens.

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5 groups of people who should eat pineapple for health benefits

Numerous studies show that regularly eating pineapple helps protect the body from inflammation thanks to its special compounds and enzymes.

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Why are eggs considered a superfood?

In the world of unfamiliar fruits, canistel (egg fruit), scientifically known as Pouteria campechiana, emerges as a unique superfood.

US expert praises the "world's best" fish—it turns out you can find it at any market in Vietnam

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US expert praises the "world's best" fish, turns out it's available in every local market in Vietnam

It is considered one of the richest sources of omega-3. The fish praised by US experts as "the best in the world" turns out to be very familiar,…

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5 magnesium-rich vegetables that boost your health

For women, magnesium is not only key to maintaining a well-functioning nervous system and reducing stress, but also helps promote beautiful skin and smooth, shiny hair.

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Little known: The familiar cassava can contain natural toxins

As a familiar staple crop in the tropics, cassava not only feeds millions of people but also holds many fascinating biological characteristics.

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7 foods and drinks richer in antioxidants than green tea

Green tea has long been renowned for its ability to protect cells thanks to its antioxidant content. However, many other whole foods contain…

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Incredible benefits of coffee beans

When first discovered by humans, coffee beans were not used to brew beverages. People crushed them into powder, mixed them with lard, and ate them as energy provisions.