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Chile de arbol is a very important part of the food culture in the state of Jalisco. It contains health promoting compounds that can be especially useful for lowering high blood pressure and promoting heart health. Try this spicy salsa recipe, which has been passed down from generation to generation, for a healthy heart.

Star fruit, commonly known as 'carambola' here in Mexico, contains anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and immune-boosting properties, guarding your body against fungi, bacteria and viruses. It also stimulates the production of immune cells for improved respiratory health. Try this tasty recipe.

There are a lot of foods and beverages that claim to be good for your teeth, but not many can compare to the benefits of coconut. This tropical fruit works to rid your body of toxins, and regular consumption can lead to oral health benefits, like whitening teeth and preventing bad breath.

Berro (Watercress) has a peppery kick, and is part of the cruciferous family along with cabbage, brussels sprouts and kale. This green leafy vegetable has countless health benefits with one of the main ones being its ability to reduce the risk of cancer. Not a big fan? Try this tasty recipe.

The sweet, the juicy, the refreshing piña! This burst of sunshine has amazing anti-inflammatory benefits from improving heart hearth, aiding in digestion, to reducing arthritic pain, and boosting the immune system. So, what is inflammation, and how does this tropical fruit aid in reducing it?

Camote, commonly known as Sweet Potato, comes in over 6000 varieties that range in shape and color from orange, red, white and purple. It contains such a large range of amazing health promoting nutrients that it is classified as a superfood along with kale and acai berries.

Have you seen a strange looking fruit in Puerto Vallarta stores that looks like a dirty potato on the outside and a cross between a mango and a pumpkin on the inside? Well, that's mamey, and it's a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that aid in digestive health and weight loss.

With summer in full swing, doesn't it sound great to end your day with a nice cold beer or a glass of chilled wine? It sure does, but what about our livers? Luckily there are specific foods you can eat that are native to Mexico which can, in fact, help with liver detoxification and a hangover!

With the heat increasing so does the dehydration. Watermelon is our savior with summer just around the corner! Not only because watermelon can hydrate us due to it being 92% water, but it also has the power to aid in ultra violet radiation protection from the sun.

Have you heard of huitlacoche? Well, you may know it as corn mushroom or Mexican truffle, but it's actually a type of fungus that's considered a delicacy! It's also a rich source of protein, unsaturated fatty acids, and lysine, an amino acid that can promote stronger and healthier bones.