Nutrients, by definition, are the food components that sustain your body's normal functions. They not only provide energy for vital metabolic reactions but also supply the building materials for normal structure, growth and repair.
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In diet and nutrition, the term calorie describes the energy content of foods. As with all age groups, the daily calorie needs of 48-year-old women vary with their levels of physical activity.
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Nutrients provide your body with energy as well as building material to help your body to grow, maintain itself and heal. Carbohydrates and proteins belong to the macronutrient group, which is a class of nutrients your body needs in significantly greater quantities, than nutrients such as as vitamins or minerals.
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Vitamins C and E and beta-carotene are all considered antioxidants. Antioxidants are substances that protect cells from damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals. Free radical damage within cells can lead to cancer.
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Kelp, a type of seaweed that grows in colder ocean regions, relies on the sun for development. Shallow, coastal waters in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans are primary sources of this nutrient-rich plant. Powdered kelp is often found encapsulated for easy ingestion.
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The ocean contains every mineral needed for good health. Plants such as seaweed absorb these minerals from the sea; they are then turned into a bio-available form during photosynthesis. Coastal Asian countries such as Korea and Japan have relied on seaweed as a diet staple for centuries.
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Tie guan yin, also referred to as ti kuan yin and called "yinyun" in Chinese, is a type of oolong tea set apart by its flowery fragrance reminiscent of orchids.
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Rice bran and olive oils both have much to recommend them. Olive oil has enjoyed a longer run of popularity as a healthy source of monounsaturated fat, but rice bran oil offers some compelling benefits too, such as its claim to fame as a multi-use hypoallergenic oil.
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While you probably realize that energy drinks aren't the healthiest beverage choices, you probably don't worry about side effects before you drink one, but XS Energy Drink's own website warns that pregnant or lactating women, young children and pets avoid their products and "
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Hyperkalemia, or excess potassium in the blood, is a potentially fatal medical condition. Normal blood potassium levels range from 3.6 to 4.8 mEq/L. Blood potassium levels above 6.0 mEq/L are dangerous and merit immediate medical attention, according to MayoClinic.com.
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Chlorella and spirulina are both types of algae that are commonly marketed as supplements. Chlorella is a form of green algae, and spirulina is a type of blue-green algae. Chlorella is a rich source of chlorophyll, and spirulina provides a variety of proteins, vitamins and minerals.
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Purple corn extract is derived from purple corn, a plant that belongs to the same species as yellow table corn, but contains vividly-colored biologically active natural plant dyes. Native South Americans have been using the dyes, known as anthocyanins, to color food and drinks for centuries.
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Honey bees collect nectar from flowers to make honey. The flavor, color and sweetness of honey vary depending on what flowers the bees visit. Most commercial honeys come from a wide range of flowers, but specialist honey is sometimes made from the nectar of just one flower.
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Although cheese pizza does have a significant number of calories and a considerable amount of fat, it also has a respectable measure of essential dietary vitamins and minerals.
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Barley is a grain that has long been used for food, livestock feed, and beer and whiskey production. Beef and barley soup is an excellent low-calorie, low-fat source of protein.
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Dr. Bircher-Benner, a Swiss nutritionist, created muesli, a combination of cereal, nuts, bran, wheat germ, dried fruit, sugar and milk solids, in the late 19th century as a health food. Although muesli is calorically dense and high in fat, it's also an excellent source of fiber, vitamins and minerals.
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Mole is a traditional Mexican sauce composed of onion, garlic, chili peppers, Mexican chocolate, spices and ground nuts and seeds -- and it's usually served with poultry. Mole is highly caloric and contains a significant amount of fat, according to Epicurious.
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Cooks make omelets by beating together eggs, milk or water, and seasonings, pan frying the mixture in butter until it obtains a light, fluffy consistency. Either sweet or savory ingredients can be added. Whole-egg omelets are a significant source of calories, fat and cholesterol.
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The milkfish, also known as bandeng or bangos, is a silver-colored Pacific salt-water fish that lays its eggs in shallow coastal waters and can withstand low-salinity water.
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Lack of the arch in the foot is medically described as pes planus, a common condition and usually not painful. All of us have flat feet when we are born, and the development of the arch usually takes place during childhood. There are two types of flat feet: flexible and inflexible.
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