Health & Nutrition
Insights on the health benefits of food, nutrition, and disease prevention from PGS Vietnam.
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Health & Nutrition9 surprising health benefits of tamarind
Tamarind is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and antioxidant compounds; this article explores its health benefits and traditional uses.
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Health & Nutrition7 fruits to cool down and prevent dry, chapped lips in cold weather
Along with staying well-hydrated during the cold season, choosing the right fruits provides natural hydration, helping keep skin and lips healthy from within.
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Health & Nutrition5 reasons you should eat peanuts with jaggery on cold days
While peanuts provide protein and healthy fats, raw cane sugar adds natural sweetness along with essential minerals.
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Health & NutritionEating yellow bell peppers boosts the immune system
Yellow bell peppers are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential vitamins and minerals; learn about the vital roles these nutrients play.
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Health & NutritionCauliflower: A familiar vegetable with unexpected benefits
Cauliflower is a staple vegetable in everyday meals for many Vietnamese families, offering a wealth of nutritional value.
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Health & Nutrition5 health benefits of eating ground flaxseed
Ground flaxseed packs a nutritional punch with omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, and lignans, making it a great daily addition to support overall wellness.
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Health & NutritionFallen Indian almond leaves: An unexpected treasure trove for health
Few realize that familiar tropical almond leaves contain tannins, flavonoids, and phytosterols—active compounds that help reduce inflammation, fight bacteria, and protect the body.
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Health & NutritionWinged beans – an affordable yet highly nutritious “green superfood” for health
Winged bean (also known as Goa bean or four-angled bean) is a familiar vegetable in Vietnamese family meals, but few know that nutrition experts consider it…
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Health & NutritionWhat happens when you regularly eat onions?
Antioxidants in onions, such as quercetin and anthocyanins, can help reduce triglycerides and cholesterol levels, lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cancer.
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Health & NutritionThe health benefits of lemon peel
Although often discarded, lemon peel actually offers numerous surprising benefits for your health.
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Health & NutritionWhat are the health benefits of turmeric starch?
Turmeric starch is a familiar staple in most Vietnamese kitchens, but what benefits does it actually offer to your health?
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Health & Nutrition5 best foods to help regulate blood sugar
Discover 5 food groups that help control blood sugar and support individuals with prediabetes and metabolic disorders in maintaining better health.
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Health & NutritionWhy are sardines considered a natural treasure trove of nutrients?
The protein in sardines contains all essential amino acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own, playing a vital role in building muscle tissue, regenerating cells, and maintaining…
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Health & Nutrition6 natural juices to safely lower blood pressure
Alongside reducing sodium intake and increasing physical activity, consuming certain natural drinks can safely support blood pressure reduction.
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Health & NutritionWhy is lotus root considered a "golden food" for the body?
In Vietnamese cuisine and traditional medicine, the lotus plant is considered a botanical treasure where 'every part is precious'. From flowers, leaves, and seeds to lotus stems and roots, all can be used as food or herbal remedies.
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Health & NutritionChicory: A natural food supporting liver health and sleep
Chicory is a common green in daily meals, yet its remarkable health benefits often go unnoticed.
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Health & NutritionLotus plumule: A traditional calming remedy from rural meals transformed into modern wellness tea
For generations, lotus plumule tea has been a familiar, cherished beverage across many Vietnamese families.
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Health & Nutrition4 Health Benefits of Japanese Fermented Soybeans (Natto)
A food rich in protein, probiotics, and vitamin K that supports gut health, bone density, and cardiovascular wellness
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Health & NutritionKohlrabi: Nutritional Value and Health Benefits
Kohlrabi provides fiber, vitamin C, and essential minerals; this article explores its nutritional benefits for digestion, immunity, and heart health.
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Health & NutritionReishi Mushroom Supports Immunity and Heart Health, but It's Not for Everyone
Reishi mushroom is used to support overall wellness but is not a substitute for medical treatment; individuals with low blood pressure, upcoming surgery, or allergies should exercise caution.
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Health & NutritionCudweed: The Fieldside Wild Green and Its Little-Known Health Benefits
Growing along field edges, ditch banks, and ponds, cudweed is not only a staple in traditional cooking with cudweed soup or rice cakes, but is also regarded as an herbal remedy in traditional medicine…
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