The Mankai Lifestyle

Why this essential B vitamin matters throughout life. When most people hear the word folate, they immediately think about pregnancy. While folate is well known for its role in prenatal nutrition, it's an essential nutrient for everyone. Every day, your...

One seaweed superfood is so packed with protein that some fans call it a “vegetarian meatball” — and it’s also been linked to slower brain aging. Packed with vital nutrients, the tiny aquatic plant could prevent cognitive decline and conditions...

A form of the Mediterranean diet including more green plant matter may reduce the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease by half, according to a new study co-authored by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The so-called...

If you’ve been on the search for the “perfect” weight loss diet, the Green Mediterranean Diet is about as good as it gets. Based on the traditional Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, healthy proteins,...

Polyphenols are one of the most effective means of immune system protection available. The question is how much humans can benefit from this nutrient. A new study published in NUTRIENTS, conducted in parallel by experts from Ben Gurion University and...

The Green Mediterranean diet, containing more plant matter and very little red meat or poultry, maybe even better for cardiovascular and metabolic health than the traditional Mediterranean diet. While the plant-based diet called - the Mediterranean diet, has been proved...

A groundbreaking clinical trial has revealed that consuming Mankai after meals can significantly reduce blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. Mankai is a nutrient-dense, aquatic plant from the duckweed family rich in protein, dietary fibre, antioxidants, and essential vitamins...

A Green Mediterranean Diet can slow brain aging, according to a study from Ben-Gurion University. Researchers found that a 1% reduction in body weight can make the brain appear nearly 9 months younger over an 18-month period. This discovery offers...

Wolffia globosa is a tiny pondweed plant that is packed with nutrition, including protein and B vitamins.  It might seem odd at first, but eating pondweed could help you pack more nutrients into your diet. We’re not talking about the...

The Protein-Packed, Aquatic Supergreen That Has Researchers Buzzing The newest potential superfood on the block has arrived, and while it may have a funny-sounding name to many of us in the U.S., the emerging health benefits of this ingredient is...

We often think supporting our immune system means getting more vitamin C or zinc. But today's nutrition science is pointing to something much bigger. Your immune system works around the clock, helping protect your body from everyday challenges while supporting...

Why bioavailability matters when choosing iron-containing foods. When most people think about iron, they focus on one question:"How much iron does this food contain?" While iron content is important, researchers know that's only part of the story. An equally important...

Blood sugar is often discussed in the context of diabetes. However, researchers now recognize that the body's response to food after a meal plays an important role in metabolic health across the general population. Every time we eat, carbohydrates are...

Your liver is one of the hardest-working organs in your body. Every day, it performs hundreds of essential functions—from detoxification and blood filtering to processing nutrients, supporting metabolism and helping maintain the body's natural chemical balance. Because these processes happen...