Articles (Vegetable)

Chemistry in Our Kitchen: How Do Chemical Reactions Change Our Food?
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

Behind every meal we enjoy lies a series of chemical reactions that not only give our food its rich flavor and attractive look but also affect its nutritional value. Understanding the basic chemical processes that take place there can make us better and more aware cooks.


Chemistry and Micro-Nutrition
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Have you ever wondered about the energy that enables you to think and move? The answer lies in the chemical interactions occurring in our bodies.


All You Need to Know about Gallbladder Inflammation
(Health and Diseases)

Sometimes, we experience unexplained pains; these pains serve as an alert to an underlying problem, so we should never ignore them.


3D Printing in Space
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

The immense progress of 3D printing is going into a new era of manufacturing, in environments vastly different from ours on Earth.


DIM: A Natural Compound Could Reduce Dental Plaques
(Health and Diseases)

3,3′-Diindolylmethane is a natural compound studied for its anti-cancer properties, can reduce biofilm formation—main cause of dental plaque.


Cucumbers Do not Grow Underground!
(Science Fun Time: Stories and Activities)

Children connected to nature see how plants grow, understanding what grows above or below ground, and the work involved in farming.


Sweet or Savory: Which Is a Healthier Breakfast Option?
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Breakfasts are considered by many the most important meal; the “best meal” can refer to a healthy nutritious, or simply a delicious breakfast.


The Challenge of Children's Nutrition in the Era of Processed Food
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

You may have heard that you need to avoid processed food to live a healthier life. 

Eid Fitr without Digestive Disorders
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

During Eid al-Fitr, some people may follow bad eating habits and digestive problems emerge; how to celebrate the Eid without digestive disorders?


Best Foods To Build Up A Healthy Immune System
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Sadly, many people resort to dietary supplements although vitamins and minerals found in food sources are easier to absorb.

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