Archive for April 2013
The Story of Malic Acid
Malic acid offers an example of how plants can teach us a lot about ourselves. They, like we, are often threatened by microbes, and we both require protection. Plants use carboxylic acid as their primary antiseptic. We use the same chemical as a secondary antiseptic. Both plants and people must keep their supply of carboxylic…
Read MoreOleocanthal – Why Olive Oil Is Even Better Than You Knew
Olive oil, rich in monounsaturated fat, is good for us. You’ve heard it all before – that monounsaturated fat appears to explain why the so-called Mediterranean diet is healthier than the standard American diet, high in fried and trans fats. Getting the full benefit from olive oil, it turns out, may have as much or…
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