In a collaborative project, scientists at the VTT Technical Research Center of Finland, together with 16 partners from 11 ...

A team of scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has developed a plant-based emulsifier that is not only rich in protein and antioxidants, but has the necessary ...

Researchers are finding extraordinary new uses for what we throw away. Beet pulp may help crops resist disease, while ...

Piperine, found in black pepper, has been shown to have positive health effects. BioPerine, a piperine extract found in supplements, may help improve nutrient absorption and blood sugar levels, fight ...

New research shows green tea may help the body burn fat and balance blood sugar. In a study with obese mice, it improved metabolism and muscle health without harming lean animals. Scientists say its ...

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Key Takeaways Ginger can help reduce nausea and vomiting, especially in pregnant women.Ginger's antioxidants help manage unstable molecules in the body, ...

What Is Grape Seed Extract? The seeds used to make grape seed extract come from Vitis vinifera, the wild grape from which most wine grapes originate. This species is native to the Mediterranean region ...

Vanilla is among the most popular flavoring agents in the world. It’s favored for its pleasing taste and calming aroma. Vanilla is extracted from the mature pods of certain orchids, commonly the ...

Essential oils are concentrated extracts of various plants. Practitioners use them in natural and alternative health practices, such as aromatherapy and naturopathy. Many plants contain some ...

Oolong tea is a traditional Chinese tea. It’s made from the same plant used in black and green teas, but the leaves are processed differently. This tea-making process is called oxidation. Exposing the ...