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Written by Katie Occhipinti
We would like to introduce the newest spring member of nicobella organics—the lime basil truffle. Although lime and basil may sound like an unusually pairing with chocolate, these two clean and fresh ingredients help create the most uniquely different truffle. After all, lime and basil are two ingredients that are most known [...]

Spices have been utilized in a myriad of ways for thousands of years. Cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne pepper are a few of the most powerful spices around. The following highlights some of their health benefits:

Cinnamon

Antioxidant and antimicrobial properties: Cinnamon prevents oxidation (browning) of foods due to its antioxidant capability. In addition, studies [...]

Science has confirmed what Native American Indians knew a long time ago. Pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, offer various health benefits. Here are some of the nutritional and medicinal benefits:
Very good source of manganese: Consuming ¼ cup of pumpkin seeds provide 74% of the recommended daily value of manganese.  Therefore, pumpkin seeds may be beneficial in [...]

Are you looking to add a little zing into your life? Consider incorporating ginger into your diet for some added spice without adding unnecessary calories. One ounce of ginger has less than 5 calories. Ginger contains more than 400 active ingredients, which provide a variety of health benefits.
Here are some of the benefits:
1. Ginger [...]

Eating pumpkin pie for dessert this Thanksgiving? Or purchased some pumpkin chai truffles for your guests? Did you know that we use whole pumpkin seeds to make our pumpkin truffle?

Here is the scoop on the health benefits of this lovely seed:

•power packed with antioxidants
•high in fiber, helping with digestion
•rich in B vitamins, folate, and vitamin E
•abundance [...]