Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
Fresh tuna steaks are packed with protein and cook quickly in a frying pan, making them an ideal choice for a healthy dinner on short notice. Tuna is best when seared in a pan at high heat, allowing a nice crust to form while protecting the tender, silky quality of the meat in the center.
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General Mills produces Fruit Roll-Ups, a fruit-flavored snack that resembles fruit leather in appearance and texture but not in nutritional value. Roll-Ups are gluten-free and fat-free. They are a novel snack for children and contain added vitamin C.
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Grains are essential in a healthy diet -- ChooseMyPlate guidelines released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture recommend 6 to 8 ounces daily for men and 5 to 6 ounces for women. Flatbread and wheat bread both contribute toward these intake goals.
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Proper nutrition is more important than ever when you're expecting. It's difficult to get all the vitamins and nutrients you need in your diet, especially if you're having trouble keeping certain foods down.
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Food allergies are chancy things. Sophisticated laboratory testing can analyze the antibodies in your system to determine not only which foods you might be allergic to, but which specific protein in that food. This is why allergy sufferers are sometimes triggered by one kind of nut, but not others.
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Bananas are the most popular fresh fruit consumed in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They are inexpensive, convenient to consume and widely available year-round. Often referred to as a "super-food," the banana is packed with vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
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When you're pregnant, your doctor or midwife might suggest that you get plenty of healthy protein daily. Aim for getting about 70 g of protein in your diet most days during pregnancy to support your growing baby.
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Magnesium citrate is a compound of magnesium carbonate and citric acid that is marketed as a supplement to treat magnesium deficiency. Your body requires the mineral to function efficiently.
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Today's cooks have rediscovered the old-fashioned technique of soaking meat in salted water, or brine, because it adds moisture and tenderizes tougher cuts. When the brine's salt gets replaced with baking soda, something remarkably different but equally tasty happens.
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No food generates body fat in any specific location, but some people put on weight in the thighs and buttocks more easily than others. If you put on weight in lower areas first, you have a health advantage over those who store fat around the waist.
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Whether you’re pressed for time in the mornings or you’re just not hungry, missing breakfast is a big mistake, especially when trying to avoid weight gain or trying to eat for optimal energy. Your metabolism slows during sleep to conserve energy and needs fuel to restart the engine.
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Naturally tender cuts of meat tend to be more expensive, and serving meat on a budget can be a challenge. There are many ways to tenderize tough meat before cooking it, which include pounding, scoring, soaking in a marinade and sprinkling it all over with a powdered meat tenderizer.
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Milk is one of the eight common foods that cause 90 percent of allergic reactions, according to the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network. A true allergy to milk is an allergic reaction to one or both of the proteins found in milk: whey and casein. Whey and casein are found in any kind of milk, whole or skim.
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Almost all fruits and vegetables produce invisible and odorless ethylene gas, “the ripening hormone.” Fruits that produce ethylene gas in larger quantities ripen faster as a result of concentrated exposure.
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Keeping your metabolism high is one of the best ways to lose weight. If you have a high metabolism, you'll be able to break down foods quickly and keep your internal energy stores high. Eating small portions frequently is a great way to keep your metabolism high, but not everyone has the time to eat every few hours.
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Order moo goo gai pan or another vegetable dish from your local Chinese restaurant and you will find small circular discs with a surprising crunch. Water chestnuts are popular in Asian cuisine. Not true chestnuts, they are tubers, or root plants, that grow in slow-moving or still bodies of water throughout Asia.
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Dumbbells are an essential piece of workout equipment, both at home and at the gym. The many variations in styles and types mean there’s a different type for everyone. In most cases, a dumbbell has a 6-inch shaft with a ball or plate on both ends.
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Eating spoiled meat can result in food poisoning, which causes, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fever and cramping. Avoid food poisoning by ensuring the meat you cook is fresh and has not had time to go bad. Chicken can go bad within three days, even if is it kept in the refrigerator.
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Papaya is a sweet tasting exotic fruit that stands out with it's slight musky flavor and soft consistency. Not only does it make a nice addition to your fruit salad, but it also provides health benefits. Papaya aids in digestion and helps reduce inflammation.
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Melted chocolate is often used as a dip for fruits, pastries and other sweet indulgences. However, if the dipping chocolate is too thick, it can overpower the foods dipped into it or not adhere to their surfaces.
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