Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Casein is a protein that makes up approximately 80 percent of the total protein content of cow's milk. Existing as globules within the milk and largely responsible for giving milk its white color, casein precipitates out of solution when heated and then exposed to acid.
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Irritable bowel syndrome causes abdominal pain and discomfort and affects up to 20 percent of the adult population, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disorders. Although symptoms vary, constipation is an issue someone with IBS might face.
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Phosphorus is stored in plant-based foods as phytic acid. When phytic acid binds to other minerals such as manganese, zinc or iron, the two form a compound known as a phytate.
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With its high fiber and omega-3 fatty acid contents, ground flaxseed is a nutritious addition to your diet that can improve your digestive health, lower your cholesterol levels and reduce your risk for heart disease.
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3 Ballerina Tea is a registered trademark of a product marketed as a dieters' drink by the Truong Giang Corporation of California. Ballerina Tea contains two ingredients; the dried herbs Chinese mallow and Senna, or Cassia angustifolia.
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To the Aztecs, the cacao bean was the food of the gods. The beans are the basic ingredient of chocolate. Recent research has suggested dark chocolate offers some health benefits. Raw cacao beans are an increasingly popular alternative to chocolate.
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Many over-the-counter weight-loss supplements contain caffeine because of its potential effects on metabolism and weight. Whether or not caffeine can bring about a slight increase in weight loss, however, may depend at least in part on the source, and how long you've been consuming caffeine.
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Fresh, sweet cherries like bings have a relatively short growing season and a relatively high price tag. Nutritionally, however, theyโre a valuable splurge. Cherries are low in calories and contain a wide variety of vitamins and minerals that can help satisfy hunger and ward off several chronic diseases and conditions.
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Branched-chain amino acid supplements have been shown to help decrease muscle soreness and damage and increase protein synthesis in your body after exercise. These amino acids, which are the basic building blocks of protein, include leucine, isoleucine and valine.
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Protein is a source of dietary energy and an essential nutrient for healthy immune function and maintaining strong muscles.
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Blenz is a coffeehouse that offers a limited menu that contains lattes, mochas, cold drinks and its own line of blends called Chillos. You also can order a coffee or espresso, but the company does not provide nutritional information for these drinks. Amy Rost, author of "Natural Healing Wisdom and Know How,"
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Turmeric is a food spice that gives curry and other Indian dishes their bright, vibrant color. It has also been used for centuries as an alternative treatment for myriad illnesses and medical conditions, the University of Maryland Medical Center reports.
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The amount of water you drink directly affects the color of your urine, according to a report from Harvard Health Publications. Your urine is composed of excess water and waste elements that are filtered from your blood by your kidneys.
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Flavonoids, or antioxidant-like plant substances, in red wine may reduce mucus and phlegm associated with several conditions. Red wine contains an abundance of the flavonoid resveratrol, which is produced by the reaction of plants to stress.
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While you might know artichokes as a globular delicacy, with multiple overlapping leaves, this part is actually the flower of the plant. The longer, serrated, โtrueโ leaves found along the stem of the plant are dried to make artichoke tea.
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Before bakers discovered the power of yeast, bread was made unleavened, which means it did not rise. While you may think of matzo when someone says unleavened bread, pita bread and tortillas are also unleavened bread products.
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Both pea and whey powders are dietary supplements designed to provide significant amounts of protein in a convenient, low-calorie package.
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Pancreatic enzymes are natural chemicals that help break down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates according to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Certain diseases like cystic fibrosis, and pancreatitis can affect pancreatic enzymes levels, leaving you with certain foods that should be avoided.
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Americans over the age of 21, drank on average, 28.2 gallons of beer in 2012, according to statistics from the Beer Institute. If you drink regular beer, that's 46,107 calories, which is equal to more than 13 pounds.
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Although the amount of caffeine you get from one tea bag depends on steeping time, tea generally has less caffeine than coffee.
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