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Antioxidants in foods are not just desirable but critical to our very survival. But what are they? To understand antioxidants we need to learn another term: “free radical”. When we eat or when we are exposed to cigarette smoke, pollution, or radiation our

Microgreens are the seedlings of plants, This is typically early in the life cycle of the plant, some time after the first leaves emerge. They are usually used to add flavour and color to dishes, and have been making waves as a nutrient-dense superfood.

Modern wheat is a relatively recent crop, a hybrid descendant of ancient grains like spelt, einkorn, and emmer. However, with increasing interest in home baking and growing awareness about gluten-sensitivity, ancient grains have begun to re-emerge in our

Proteins have become synonymous in our consciousness with meat, strength and muscle. When we say the word “Protein” in America, we don’t mean a chemical, macronutrient let alone an amino acid. We instantly mean meat. Consumption in some societies is way i

UAS Foundation Day 2020 - Chief Guest Address, Ashok Vasudevan

Medicinally and nutritionally, sprouts have a long history. Ancient Chinese & Indian physicians recognized and prescribed sprouts for curing many disorders over 5,000 years ago. They are specifically known for their high density of vitamins and nutrients,