Tuna is a finfish that belongs to the genus Thunnus in the mackerel family (Scombridae). This fish are distributed through out the world from tropical to temperate oceans of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian. There are eight common species of tuna, including Albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares), Blackfin tuna (Thunnus Atlanticus), Bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus), Longtail... 

Strawberries (Fragaria) are a small, heart shaped, red fruit that belongs to the Rosacea or rose family – the same family as apples, cherries, pears, plums, peaches, blackberries, and raspberries. The strawberries are native to North America and today are grown worldwide in temperate regions. Narragansett Indians in North America called the fruit ‘wuttahimneash‘ which means heart-seed... 

Brown rice or also known as ‘hulled rice‘ is the least processed form of rice. It has only the outermost layer or hull removed, but still retains its outer, brown-colored bran layer that gives it a light brown color, nutty flavor, and chewy texture. Since brown rice has the brain intact, it’s more nutritious but takes longer to cook than white rice. As with white rice, brown rice is available... 

Milk is one of the most widely consumed products in the world. There are many different types of milk available for consumption, including cow’s milk, goat milk, almond milk, coconut milk, rice milk, and soy milk. Today, cow’s milk is one of the most popular animal milk consumed by humans. The plant-based milks like soy, rice, and almond milk, are a good alternative for those who are lactose... 

Citrus fruits such as oranges have long been known as a high flavonoids-content diet. Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants that can protect our body against a wide range of diseases, including cancer and heart disease. Although the citrus fruit itself has flavonoids content, but the highest concentration of flavonoids was found in the pith of the orange (the white part between the fruit and the peel)... 

Chocolate is a food product that made from the seeds of the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao). The trees are native to South America’s tropical rain forest and mainly cultivated for its beans (also called seeds), from which cocoa butter, cocoa powder, and chocolate are made. Chocolate is produced by crushing the cocoa beans and then ground it to produce cocoa liquor. This liquor is then further processed... 

Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea) is a part of brassicaceae or cruciferous family, a group of vegetables which also include broccoli, cabbage, kale, collard greens, and Brussels sprouts. The word cauliflower is derived from two Latin words caulis, meaning cabbage or stalk, and floris, meaning flower. Cauliflower plant is native to Asia Minor and Mediterranean region. Today, it is grown worldwide and... 

Celery (Apium graveolens) is a crunchy vegetable that belongs to the Umbelliferae family, Apiaceae, which is linked to carrots, fennel, and parsley. Native to the Mediterranean regions and the Middle East, celery has been cultivated for over thousand of years and was used by the ancient Greeks and Romans as the flavoring. Unlike most other vegetables, nothing goes to waste with celery – all... 

Kale (Borecole) is a dark green leafy vegetable that belongs to the brassica family, a group of vegetables which also includes cabbage, broccoli, collards, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts. Kale is one of the oldest members of the cabbage family, and it is believed to have originated in Eastern Mediterranean or Asia minor and brought to the US in the 17th century by English settlers. Today, kale... 

When talking about coffee, many people would think that it is an unhealthy drink. Yes, coffee is not good for the health if drunk in excess. However, if consumed in moderation, no more than four cups a day, coffee is actually a safe beverage that may even offer some health benefits. Coffee contains many antioxidants and research showing that consumption of antioxidant-rich coffee may inhibit diseases...