According to Harvard, dark chocolate can help lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation. https://www.eatfirst.com/en-au/c/blog/fun-facts-about-food
"Reduce inflammation", that's why the people that eat it are all so skinny.
3. Raspberries are a member of the rose family
As are cherries, apricots, plums, pears, apples, quinces, peaches, strawberries, and blackberries. Unlike roses though, these types of fruits typically have flowers with five equal petals arranged around a central core.
And, just like roses, raspberries (and blackberries) have plenty of thorns too - ouch!
4. Chickpeas and almonds contains almost as much protein as steak
In a recent chat with EatFirst about plant-based diets, Greg McFarlane, a director at Vegan Australia, mention that it's a common myth that you're not able to become strong on a vegan diet and this is a great example of busting that myth.
According to Better Health, "If you follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, as long as you eat a wide variety of foods, you can usually get the protein you need."
While eating 100g of steak could contain up to 25g of protein, the same amount of chick peas contains 21g and almonds a whopping 28g!
5. The world's most hated vegetable is one of the best for you
Brussels sprouts may be the most hated vegetable, but it's among the most nutritious veggies out there.
It's packed full of vitamins and minerals, has virtually no calories, no fat, no cholesterol, and it fills you up. Better yet, it also has an anti-oxidant that has shown to be anti-inflammatory and could fight cancer.
Pistachios aren't nuts at all, but rather a "drupe" - a family that also includes cherries, peaches and olives.
21 fun facts about food we bet you didn't know | EatFirst
From surprising amounts of nutrients to the origins of some of our favourite dishes, here are some interesting food facts that will boggle your mind.www.eatfirst.com
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I am not a food expert, but I think I have read that when it comes to food, being vegan is very difficult because there is not just 1 protein.
There are 12 different ones, and you need to have them all at once in order to build more muscle.
What I have read is that the new world discovered veganism with rice, corn, beans, and squash.
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The 12 Essential Proteins (Amino Acids) Your Body Needs
Proteins are made up of 20 different amino acids, but your body can only make 12 of them on its own. The remaining 9 amino acids are essential — you must get them from your diet because your body cannot produce them in sufficient amountsThe 9 Essential Amino Acids
These are the ones you must obtain from food:- Histidine – Important for growth, immune function, and neurotransmitter synthesis.
- Isoleucine – Supports muscle metabolism, immune function, and blood sugar regulation.
- Leucine – Key for muscle protein synthesis and energy production.
- Lysine – Involved in collagen formation, calcium absorption, and immune function.
- Methionine – Supports detoxification, hormone production, and antioxidant activity.
- Phenylalanine – Precursor to tyrosine, which is needed for neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine.
- Threonine – Important for immune function and collagen production.
- Tryptophan – Precursor to serotonin and melatonin, influencing mood and sleep.
- Valine – Supports muscle repair, immune function, and energy metabolism.
The 12 Non-Essential Amino Acids
These your body can make from the essential ones:- Alanine – Involved in glucose production and immune function.
- Asparagine – Important for protein synthesis and immune response.
- Aspartic acid – Plays a role in neurotransmitter synthesis and energy metabolism.
- Cysteine – Supports detoxification and antioxidant activity.
- Glutamic acid – Involved in neurotransmission and energy production.
- Glutamine – Supports immune function and gut health.
- Glycine – Involved in collagen synthesis and detoxification.
- Proline – Important for collagen formation and skin health.
- Serine – Involved in protein synthesis and neurotransmitter production.
- Tyrosine – Derived from phenylalanine; supports neurotransmitter synthesis.
- Taurine – Important for heart and muscle function.
- Arginine – Supports immune function, wound healing, and nitric oxide production.
How to Get All 12
- Animal proteins (meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy) are complete proteins containing all 9 essential amino acids.
- Plant proteins (beans, lentils, tofu, quinoa, buckwheat) are incomplete but can be combined to provide all essential amino acids
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- Eating a variety of protein sources throughout the day ensures you get all 12 amino acids your body needs.
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