Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Chipotle is a fast-food restaurant serving Mexican foods. The company makes salads to order so you pick the specific ingredients that go in it. This significantly impacts the nutritional content of their salads.
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All of the calories in steak come from fat and protein -- you won’t get any carbohydrates from meat. Depending on how much fat is in the steak and whether or not you trim off the fat before eating, your favorite entrée can have anywhere from 30 percent all the way up to 60 percent calories from fat.
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Made with ginger root, sugar and carbonated water, ginger beer is typically served as a non-alcoholic beverage similar to ginger ale. Some ginger beers, however, do contain alcohol. Because both alcohol and sugar calories are void of nutrition beyond the caloric energy, consume these drinks in moderation.
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The semisweet chocolate morsels in your favorite chocolate chip cookie may be more beneficial than you realize.
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Shrimp tempura consists primarily of shrimp that have been battered and deep fried. This dish typically includes a side order of vegetables. Protein is the primary source of calories in shrimp tempura.
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While 7-11's black coffee is a very low-calorie drink, its flavored coffee beverages contain added sugar and fat, making them off-limits if you're watching your waistline. If you can't resist a sweet morning brew, stick with the smallest cup size to avoid diet sabotage.
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Bagels come in different sizes, and depending on the size, a bagel can amount to a significant portion of your daily caloric intake. If you add a serving of peanut butter to a bagel, the calorie content increases dramatically.
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A bisque is a rich, creamy soup of French origin. The word bisque is derived from bis quit, or “twice cooked”, writes Clifford A. Wright in his book “The Best Soups in the World.” You can make a delicious and easy tomato bisque simply by adding milk and butter to a can of tomato soup.
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Eating breakfast helps you control your weight, gives you energy and helps you concentrate. A whole-grain cereal, such as Cheerios, served with milk can be part of a nutritious breakfast, especially if you also eat a serving of fruit.
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You've probably heard the saying "cool as a cucumber." This expression refers to someone's ability to remain calm, but it's also true that this green vegetable offers a cool, crisp taste. Whether you toss cucumber into a salad or serve it with a sandwich, cucumbers add taste and crunch to your meal.
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Sugar may seem like a straight-forward topic requiring little explanation, yet all sugars are not quite the same. Dextrose and sucrose do share a lot in common, including their ability to give you a quick shot of energy, but they’re also different in some important ways.
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Excessive alcohol consumption is associated with an increased risk in a number of health complications including high blood pressure, and heart and liver disease. However, when alcohol is consumed in moderation, especially red wine, there may be some health-related protective benefits.
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Watermelon lives up to its name big time. This colorful, refreshing fruit, with its dramatic light-and-dark-green rind and its juicy pinkish-red interior, is actually over 91 percent water, which makes it super low in calories: 1 cup of diced watermelon contains a mere 46 calories.
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Lindt Lindor Truffles are chocolate candies filled with a creamy chocolate mousse. Rich in flavor, Lindt truffles are also rich in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation by those looking to shed pounds or maintain a healthy weight.
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Peanuts are a healthy snack because they provide unsaturated fats, omega-3 fatty acids, L-arginine, fiber, vitamin E and plant sterols, which are good for your heart, according to MayoClinic.com. But 80 percent of a nut is comprised of fat, so eat them in moderation.
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If you're drinking more green tea to improve your health, you might want to consider brewing a cup for your child as well. Green tea is rich in catechins, disease-fighting nutrients that may protect you from heart disease and certain types of cancer, according to the Harvard School of Public Health.
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The natural composition or preparation of some foods makes them difficult to digest and can cause embarrassing flatulence, bloating, cramps and diarrhea.
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Castor oil is extracted from the bean of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). It is a mild laxative and is also used in alternative medicine for rheumatism, hair care, menstrual problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It may also be beneficial for the skin.
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Chances are, when you have mucus build-up in your chest, you know what foods will help. Chicken soups and other liquids may break up some of that phlegm, while honey and cold, soft foods like applesauce and sorbet may be soothing. What’s less clear is what foods actually aggravate your condition.
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Like all types of alcohol, vodka provides energy from calories but has no nutritional benefit. This means that it may lead to weight gain while offering none of the essential vitamins or minerals that come from whole foods. For this and other reasons, moderate consumption is key.
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