The Marang is fruit that is endemic to the Philippines and related to the Jackfruit and Durian. Even within our own country they are not commonly recognized, especially in Luzon. The fruit ripens and gets over ripe very quickly after…
Jackfruit, or Langka as we call it is a unique and delicious tropical fruit which grows abundantly here in the Philippines. The ripe fruit is very large, sometimes reaching up to 5 feet in length! When opened it has a…
What foods help prevent a severe course of COVID? This article found on dw.com, is mostly focused on the findings of this study. “In six countries, plant-based diets or pescatarian diets were associated with lower odds of moderate-to-severe COVID-19. These…
Ampalaya or Bitter Gourd is an annual vine that produces a lumpy fruit that is used as a vegetable. They come in white and red but the green variety is by far the most popular and common. Ampalaya is a…
Back in Febuary 2020, Agriculture Secretary William Dar advised “Eat fruits, veggies to stay healthy, fit vs. nCoV”. In an article on the department of agriculture website. He spoke of the immune system as our defense against the virus in…
Zinc is a mineral and micronutrient that is needed for cell growth and division, healing and metabolism of carbohydrates. The first quality is what makes it such an essential nutrient for our Innate Immunity. As you may know, our body’s…
Glutathione is a tri-peptide, which is a combination of three amino acids. While our body can create it on it’s own, Glutathione or it’s three building blocks are found in our food as well, so we need to make sure…
To the Leaders of our Communities, Thank you for doing your best to protect your people from COVID-19. This is truly an unprecendented time, and in the early days of the pandemic it seemed that we were facing a foe…
The visually appealing mangosteen is a tropical fruit that is known for it’s sweet and tangy taste. While it is often appreciated for it’s looks and taste, mangosteen is also a nutritious fruit that has a lot of benefits to…
Avocados are another very popular and healthy fruit. While some feel that it does not taste like much on it’s own, it is used in many dishes, or eaten with milk and sugar. Personally I enjoy a good avocado fresh…
Mangoes are a tropical hardwood tree, whose fruits are amongst the sweetest and most beloved in the world. They come in many shapes, sizes and colors yet they are all flavorful . Unripe mangoes are enjoyed for their tanginess and…
The Papaya is a South American plant that is a favorite in the Philippines for it’s ease of cultivation and of course, it’s flavor. These fruit come in a multitude of varieties, meaning the shapes, colors and tastes vary. They…