How savvy are you about reading--and clearly understanding--food labels when you are shopping? Food labels can help us to make smart decisions about the foods we buy, but there can be confusion among shoppers about their real meaning. For example, if you were asked about the difference between natural and organic food [...]
Let's face it. The type of food that is often handy and makes you want more--despite the zero nutritional value--is junk food. We often prefer oily and fried foods over an apple due to the fantastic taste they provide. However, a thorough understanding of the cons and pros of both food categories will help us decide [...]
Having a proper diet is extremely important for growing children. As a parent you need to make sure that you are encouraging them to have natural foods like fruits and vegetables--as packaged foods might not serve all the requirements for your growing kids. Due to the huge amount of advertising and peer influence, it is seen [...]
Did you know that the immune system’s army is in the stomach? And to keep the army healthy, you need to feed it good nourishment. Our immune system does an incredible job at protecting us from all those pesky germs that want to invade our body. But sometimes, germs pass by it and we get sick. [...]
Getting children to eat more fruits and vegetables can be surprisingly difficult. They’ll always find an excuse and they’ll always be on the lookout for a way to escape these healthy foods. If you’re not careful, they’ll eventually get their way and you’ll stop trying. Below, you’ll find tips for ensuring your kids eat more fruits [...]
Whether you’re looking to embark on a long-distance ride on the road or an adrenaline-fueled rip off-road experience, you should always ensure that your energy stores are fully stocked. A personalized cycling nutrition strategy is key to good performance and if you’re lacking in pre-ride energy, then you’re not going to be at your best when riding. As [...]
Image source: Alcoholics and addicts require detoxification, counseling and/or therapy, as well as medical intervention in order to successfully undergo withdrawal and stay sober. But they also need proper diet and nutrition, one essential factor that has often been overlooked. Today, more and more treatment facilities and medical experts are giving importance to the role of [...]
No matter what your motivation is for becoming vegan or becoming a vegan couple, the best ways to efficiently switch to a vegan diet is to take it slow. Stopping consumption of dairy and meat immediately will disrupt your bodily functions and is pretty tough to do if you’ve been hogging on cream cheese and beef [...]
Proteins are necessary to keep your body healthy--they are well known as the building blocks of the body. Your body breaks this down into amino acids that then promote cell growth and repair damaged tissues. Proteins also take longer to digest than carbohydrates making them last longer in your stomach--giving you more energy for the day. [...]
Weight gain definitely puts a lot of stress not only on the body but mind as well. It is a turmoil that the body has to endeavor every day. The bones start to deteriorate, the muscular strength is lost, and you get a long list of diseases. Having an ideal BMI is a goal, but a [...]
On July 19th, my beloved father passed. This day marked the end of his long and painful nine-and a-half-year journey. He was no longer weak, unable to walk or stand and stressed by the overwhelming nature of his illness. My dad was finally free. I loved him dearly and we were very close, so his death [...]
The most basic answer is that soluble fiber dissolves in water and insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water. Soluble fiber forms a gel-like substance in the digestive system which slows the absorption of cholesterol and sugar into the bloodstream. Insoluble fiber passes through our digestive system adding bulk waste which helps prevent constipation. Both soluble [...]
If you’re interested in healthy eating and you’ve been anywhere near the internet lately, you’ve probably heard about balancing your macronutrients. It is the hot new diet trend and, depending on your goals, finding the right balance can be extremely beneficial. But why do macronutrients matter, and how should you utilize them? If you aren’t sure [...]
We all know we should eat better, and yet it remains a challenge. It’s a challenge that many of us struggle with every day, especially when it comes to squeezing more greens into our diet. After all, those potato chips sound so much more delicious than a head of raw broccoli! Well, the good news is, [...]
Our mood is influenced by so many things that it is very hard to keep track of everything. You might find yourself having a nasty mood once in a while but what if we told you that you could actually cure that mood with the right foods? That’s the truly great thing about food: not only [...]
What is junk food? Junk food is defined as a finely processed food with minimal nutritional value. They have empty calories. In other words, they provide minimal macronutrients to the body. Junk food is usually high in salt, sugar, and fat. These foods range from convenience foods to fast foods. The term junk food is the broad umbrella [...]
An Environment That’s Not Conducive To Health Part of physical health is mental health, but eating healthy is equally important, and in America, this is likely going to be the exception rather than the norm. There are many reasons for this, among them technology which has brought changes to what the word “food” applies to. Not [...]
Which diet works better? That's the million dollar question. Nowadays, the subject of losing weight is a matter of interest for a lot of people. Let’s face it, we live in an age where we are encouraged to consume more food than is necessary combined with our jobs becoming more and more sedentary. If you have finally [...]
You’ve got a million types of protein to deal with, and now people are talking to you about amino acids. What are amino acids? What are they good for? And should you be taking them? The short answer is probably. It never hurts to stock up on amino acids, and you can take them either as [...]
March 23 is National Chia Day -- the perfect day to celebrate the goodness and benefits of chia seeds with Birthday Cake Chia Pudding. Of course, chia pudding is so healthy and delicious, I can eat it everyday! Mamma Chia, innovator of chia-based beverages and snacks, is celebrating the vitality, energy and strength of chia, as [...]
Salad has a few basic ingredients. Usually, that consists of lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and carrots. That simple, basic salad is great and very nutrient dense, but after eating it for two weeks, you’re probably going to be tired of it. That's why these seasonal plant-based salads like the ones below are such tasty treats to make. They [...]
Do you run track in your school? You should eat like a professional athlete to keep your body in top shape. Your lean body will show others that you are in great shape. Here are some tips for eating like a professional athlete: Do not skip breakfast You must have heard this before but it [...]
There’s no doubting it--modern life is crazy and stressful and puts all sorts of pressure on our bodies. Combine that with a diet full of the toxins that we regularly find in our food, it’s no surprise that fatigue, digestive problems, skin conditions, and autoimmune diseases are becoming increasingly commonplace. This is where nutritional therapy comes [...]
Tomato Dal/ Dal Tadka is a popular Indian recipe with a high dose of protein and goes great with hot steaming rice or roti. The taste is a rich combination of tomatoes, onions and tur dal (pigeon pea lentils or red lentils) as the main ingredients. Required Ingredients for Tomato Dal: Pigeon pea or red lentils: [...]
