Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
When you decide to reduce meat or other animal foods from your diet, it can be difficult to decide which vegetarian diet to follow. As you evaluate an ovo-vegetarian meal plan, think about whether it has foods that you like to eat and whether it will help you meet your nutritional goals.
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If you're looking for non-dairy sources of calcium due to lactose intolerance, dietary restrictions or personal preferences, you can find this essential mineral in many plant-based foods.
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You might think you need to consume extra protein when you are building muscle, but the typical American diet provides more than enough protein for your needs. Protein shakes that promise high intakes of protein may cause some effects you do not need.
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Supergreens are a type of greens that are very dense in both color and flavor. This is due to their high nutrient content -- nutrients that keep your body healthy and ward off disease.
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Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid and safe for everyone except those who have a condition called phenylketonuria, or PKU. This amino acid, combined with another amino acid called aspartic acid, forms the artificial sweetener aspartame. While the U.S.
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If you shun all animal products, including dairy and eggs, for health or ethical reasons, finding a nutritionally complete meal-replacement shake can be a challenge. Many packaged versions are made with dairy proteins, such as whey or casein -- which are no-nos on a vegan diet.
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Quinoa is so nutritious that the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations named it grain of the year for 2013. Compared to other grains, such as wheat or rice, quinoa is a better source of protein, as well as a number of vitamins and minerals.
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Ghee, also known as desi ghee, clarified butter or anhydrous butter oil, is a common ingredient in traditional Indian cooking. It is used to sauté spices, coat rice before cooking, and brown and sear meats.
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Vitamins are essential chemical compounds required for numerous biological processes in the body. Most vitamins can be found in different foods, and eating a healthy diet including a variety of fruits and vegetables is your best bet to consuming all of the essential vitamins.
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Adderall -- a brand of amphetamine salts -- is a central nervous stimulant, or CNS. It is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD. Caffeine is a naturally occurring substance found in a variety of plants, such as coca pod, cola nut and guarana.
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Food contains nutrients that are made from proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, water and other substances. A deficiency of any one of these nutrients can increase your risk of diseases, disorders and other medical conditions.
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Diarrhea is a condition that describes loose, watery stool that may occur multiple times per day. Causes of diarrhea include a virus, reactions to medications, a side effect to medical treatments or because of medical conditions.
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When you’re dieting to lose weight, you can enjoy all your favorite foods if you keep calories under control by eating a smaller amount. This type of portion control is the concept behind prepackaged frozen meals, whether they come from Jenny Craig or your local grocery store.
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Potassium is an essential mineral, necessary for a healthy functioning body. Current recommendations for potassium are to consume 3,500 milligrams per day. Low potassium is known as hypokalemia. For most, a healthy, well-balanced diet will provide enough potassium.
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According to the National Institutes of Health, Xanax is a benzodiazepine medication that is prescribed to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Xanax is very addictive and can have serious side effects, including a fatal overdose. Certain medications such as anti-depressants can interact adversely with the drug.
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Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant created by your cells to fight destructive free radicals. Glutathione helps create lymphocytes, the cells of your immune system, which keep your body's defenses strong and producing antibodies.
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The all-natural supplement psyllium husk is often used to treat constipation, but recent research has found that it may also be beneficial for people with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. People with IBS often experience an array of symptoms that may make it difficult to determine an effective treatment.
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Raw vegan meals exclude meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, eggs or any product derived from living creatures. This diet also excludes food that is cooked above 116 degrees F, to retain the vitamins and nutrients from the vegetables, fruits, seeds, legumes, nuts and grains.
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Docohexaenoic acid, or DHA, is an omega-3 fatty acid. You may recognize it as a heart-healthy nutrient, but DHA also benefits pregnant mothers and their developing infants. There is no official dietary reference intake, or DRI, specifically for DHA.
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The foods of Jamaica are an exotic departure from the standard American fare. They also happen to be good for your waistline.
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