Lactose intolerance and casein sensitivities require careful management through probiotic dairy alternatives and mineral-optimized protein sources.
Kefir is a cultured milk drink with a thick, creamy consistency, served plain or flavored. Traditionally, it's prepared by combining fresh milk with Kefir culture, which is made up of living yeasts and bacteria.
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The versatility of the basic ingredients in lasagna complement so many other flavors that cooks prepare many varieties of the layered and baked dish. While cottage cheese often gets used in place of, or in addition to, ricotta cheese in a lasagna filling, omitting it doesn't detract from the flavor.
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The richness of a velvety, just-cooked egg perched atop silky melted mozzarella, tangy sauce and a crisp crust is a luscious treat you can enjoy at any time of day.
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Eggs are a staple in many kitchens, and are included in breakfast menus and other recipes. When you crack an egg, checking for shell remnants and discolorations helps protect you from illness due to contamination from improper handling or a spoiled egg.
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Gallstones are hard materials in your gallbladder, and the purpose of your diet for gallstones is to prevent pain and recurrence. A diet for individuals with gallstones may seem limited, but it can probably include yogurt in moderation.
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If the yogurt section of your local dairy case seems to have expanded in the last few years, it could be because yogurt is big business in the United States -- Americans spend almost 7 billion dollars a year on the cultured dairy product, according to the National Yogurt Association.
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A number of frosting recipes call for egg whites as a primary ingredient. Royal icing, for example, is a type of egg white frosting made from egg whites, powdered sugar and cream of tartar. It’s a stiff frosting that dries hard and is ideal for making designs on sugar cookies.
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Mochi yogurt is a frozen treat that you can personalize by flavor and topping choices. You may fill a 4-oz. container with yogurt in a flavor such as green tea, coconut, strawberry, taro and mango.
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When you’re counting carbs, it’s easy to get tripped up by packaged foods -- like y yogurt -- that sneak in lots of added sugar. Your best bet when monitoring your carbohydrate intake is to choose a plain, unflavored yogurt.
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Cheese is a staple in diets across the planet -- but in the dieting world -- it’s often pegged as off limits. This is partly because of cheese's saturated fat content.
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Eggs have a lot of protein, and while that protein is great for nourishing your body, the nutrients in eggs are also great for nourishing skin as well. To reap the benefits of egg whites, separate the whites from the yolks of two eggs and then whisk the whites until they are frothy.
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Yogurt that has been stored long past its sell-by date can cause a range of bothersome side effects. Yet, according to a HealthDay News report published on February 2, 2009, Americans commonly consume expired foods, such as yogurt, simply because they own it and may consume expired foods that still appear to be edible.
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Kraft Foods is one of the largest food companies in the world, with many $1 billion brands. Its “blue box” macaroni and cheese product is a perennial favorite. Made simply at home, the macaroni and cheese product consists of dry macaroni with cheese sauce mix.
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If you are looking for a thicker, creamer version of your regular yogurt, try Greek yogurt, which comes in flavors or in plain. It comes in the same flavors or plain, and you can eat it as a snack or incorporate it in recipes, desserts and smoothies.
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Egg whites have long been used as a folk remedy for treating acne, although it has been passed down more by word of mouth than by scientific documentation.
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Fatty fish is an important component of a healthy diet. Fatty fish contains high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, especially eicosapentaenoic acid, or EPA, and docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA. The American Heart Association recommends healthy adults consume a variety of fatty fish at least twice a week.
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Eggs do not cause any digestive problems for most adults, unless you have an underlying digestive condition. If you suffer from an egg allergy, egg intolerance or irritable bowel syndrome, you may not be able to consume eggs without developing adverse reactions.
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Eggs make welcome additions to many balanced diets, providing several nutrients -- including minerals and vitamins -- that support your health. Their vitamin A, lutein and zeaxanthin contents nourish your eyes, while their beneficial zinc supports your immune system.
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Custard powder was created by a Birmingham chemist named Bird in 1837. His wife was allergic to eggs. The original custard powder contained cornstarch, salt, vanilla flavoring and annato coloring, and was cooked with milk to make pudding. It is still available, with the same ingredients.
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Eggs are highly nutritious and full of protein, vitamins and minerals your toddler needs to help her grow. In the past, however, parents have often been cautioned about feeding egg to a baby or toddler, and recommendations to avoid egg whites were common.
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