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Mangoes are my favorite fruit in the world! Now that research has uncovered the health benefits of mangoes, particularly when it comes to digestive health, I will gladly keep eating this fruit on a daily basis. This Mango Mousse recipe is not only delicious but will help keep you regular.

Chayote, originally cultivated by the Mayans and Aztecs, derives its name from 'chayot' the Nahuatl (language of Aztec) word for vegetable. This vegetable-like fruit hosts a range of beneficial nutrients needed for body repair and growth, particularly when it comes to supporting new life.

Mexico's Mayan and Aztec people enjoyed cocoa and how energetic it made them feel. Now we know that not only does it taste and make you feel great, but can help you look great too! Science tells us that the properties contained in chocolate can reduce wrinkles. Who are we to argue with science?

Who doesn't love a good a creamy guacamole to dip crispy corn chips into or slices of avocado to top your morning toast? But just what is it that makes us crave avocados? Is it the texture? Is it the taste? Or is it the many health benefits that attract us to this amazing fruit?

Strawberries have long been known to have various health benefits, however, it may be news to you that strawberries contain particular phytochemicals that can in fact reduce the signs of aging, so not only do they taste great, but they can help you look and feel younger too!

The Nopal cactus has been used in traditional Mexican medicine for many years for treating diabetes, and more research is indicating why it seems to work. In some cases nopal has been shown to decrease blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetics by up to 46 percent.

There are many medications, herbs, lifestyle changes and foods that have proven to assist in different forms of depression, with one of these foods being the little yellow fruit, Nance. Historically, Nance has been used in Mexican traditional medicine for the treatment of mental-related diseases.

The Mexican Turnip or Mexican Yam, commonly known as 'Jicama' here in Mexico, is a vegetable that is not praised enough for its health promoting benefits, namely its ability to lower high cholesterol and improve bowel health. It also provides a low carb, high fiber and healthy way to eat fries!

As of this last year, one of the most common questions I get asked as a Clinical Nutritionist is 'what can be done to enhance the immune system to protect against Covid-19?' Here are just a few foods that can assist in the functioning of a heathy immune system - and a recipe!