Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
The glycemic index ranks food on a scale of 0 to 100. How high and how quickly a particular food raises blood sugar levels determines where a food falls on the scale. The lower the ranking, the less impact the food has on blood sugar and insulin fluctuations.
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Holidays and parties are regular settings for snack trays to appear. Triscuits are a type of crackers made with whole grains that are commonly found on these occasions. If you have recently started to take an interest in your health, learn more about these treats to see if they should be placed on your plate.
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Subway's Steak & Cheese is made with thin slices of steak topped with melted cheese. It is one of several Select sandwiches the chain offers; others include the Subway Club and the Chicken & Bacon Ranch sandwich.
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Americans are aware that diet plays a significant role in the development of certain diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer and obesity.
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Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is part of the B-complex responsible for energy metabolism, red blood cell formation and neurological functioning.
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Protein shakes can be a nutritious and satisfying breakfast on the go or post-workout meal. Basic ingredients of protein shakes include protein powder such as whey, rice or hemp; fluids like water, milk or juice; and ice.
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Your body requires fat-soluble vitamins to support a variety of tissue and organ functions. Fat-soluble vitamins differ from water-soluble vitamins in that your body stores fat-soluble vitamins, primarily in the liver.
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Appropriately planned vegan diets, according to the American Dietetic Association, are nutritionally adequate for pregnancy and can result in positive maternal and infant health outcomes. A vegan diet is plant-based and devoid of animal sources of fats and proteins found in meat, fish, eggs or milk products.
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A blood pH level that's too acidic can throw the entire body out of whack, potentially leading to muscle loss, chronic back pain, bone loss, high blood pressure and stroke, according to a review published in Journal of Environmental and Public Health in October 2011.
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Men suffering from erectile dysfunction have the option of taking yohimbe or L-arginine instead of Viagra and other PDE-5 inhibitors. Yohimbe and L-arginine can increase penile blood flow, and they are often added to many natural sexual enhancement products.
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Hot sauce -- whether it's a classic vinegar-based sauce made with cayenne peppers or a more exotic blend containing habaneros and fruit -- adds pizzazz to your meal.
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Numerous conditions can cause hypercalciuria, or too much calcium in the urine. According to the MedlinePlus, calcium helps a person's body build strong bones and teeth. Calcium also is important for heart function, muscle contractions, nerve signaling and blood clotting.
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Mussels are a type of shellfish and the method for farming them is environmentally sound, making them a "best choice" according to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Mussels may be served cooked in or out of their shell, but are also available smoked, canned, or frozen.
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What you eat before bed can influence your ability to sleep and your wellness in positive and negative ways. According to the National Institutes of Health, eating large, high-fat meals or drinking alcohol or caffeinated beverages before bed can cause discomfort and interfere with a good night's sleep.
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Shilajit is a substance found on rocks in the Himalayan areas of India and Afghanistan. According to Dr. Ray Sahelian, shilajit is thought to be a mixture of organic humic substances and other plant and microbial substances. Shilajit has been used for a long time in and around India as a libido enhancer.
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The FDA recommends adding almonds to your diet. According to the University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension, almonds have many benefits that can boost your overall health, as well as your weight-loss efforts. However, because almonds are a high-fat food, it's important to limit your intake.
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Upper abdominal pain can be a symptom of any number of different things, but if it's accompanied by yellowing of the skin, dark urine and pale poop, you may be dealing with a blocked bile duct. Bile is a substance made in your liver that helps you digest fat.
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Amino acid supplements are used to enhance protein intake in the body and to assist in recovery of muscle tissue after exercise. Supplementation allows for amounts not taken in by food. An article on the Bodybuilding.
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High calcium levels in the blood lead to a condition known as hypercalcemia, which can have many causes, including calcium overdose.
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Vitamin H is biotin or vitamin B-7. Biotin helps convert your food to energy and is needed for healthy hair and nails. According to the Institute of Medicine, the adequate intake for biotin is 30 micrograms for adults aged 19 and older.
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