“Waste not; want not.” It’s a motto to live by in the kitchen, especially if you feed a growing family with a hearty appetite. But sometimes, you can’t avoid having leftover ingredients after you cook. And when you waste food, it also means wasting the time, energy, and money you spent purchasing it. On […]
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At February’s close, We Don’t Talk About Bruno sits at the apex of the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has held the top spot for five weeks in a row and is still fighting for the streak, outdoing other Disney soundtracks that held the same spot. The song is an original from the
Small and unassuming, the aronia berry houses an intricate, tangy flavor within a deep, earthy purple, red, or black exterior. Do not be fooled by its humble size, the aronia berry is not meek – this tiny berry is a powerhouse of nutrients. Native to North America, this efficient little fruit is filled with revitalizing
The Ashitaba plant (Angelica Keiskei), also called “tomorrow’s leaf” or “longevity plant” is native to the Izu islands off Japan’s Pacific coast. The nutritional value of the Ashitaba plant exceeds even the healthiest vegetables. The Ashitaba leaves provide more valuable nutrients such as fiber, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B and vitamin K than carrots, tomatoes
Mushrooms are gaining more popularity as a super food in recent years. They are packed with nutrients and antioxidants, certain species of mushrooms are used in traditional herbal remedies to improve immunity. Research has shown that by exposing certain types of mushrooms to natural sunlight which significantly increases vitamin D2. Plant based vitamin D2 is
Mandarin oranges come from China but then entered Europe and North America in the 19th century. They are less commonly consumed in the US due to less production and therefore higher price. They are low in calories but high in vitamins, especially vitamin C and flavonoids (both are strong natural antioxidants), pectin (natural form of
Avocados are rich in various nutrients, vitamins, and minerals and are considered a “superfood”. They are also a good source of heart healthy monounsaturated fatty acids and very low in sugar. Like many other super fruits in Karviva drinks, avocados have an abundant collection of organic compounds that are strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory molecules like
Ginger is an ancient spice with powerful anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in many folk remedies for a wide range of health benefits. Fresh raw ginger root is a staple ingredient in Asian cuisines and beverages. It is believed to be “warm” in nature and helps to boost “Yang” and energy, as well as to
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