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.
Shrimp is America's favorite seafood, according to News-Press.com. The average American consumes 4.2 lbs. of shrimp each year. The firm, slightly sweet crustaceans are grilled, sauteed, steamed, breaded or fried.
Read more →
Pineapples are low-calorie, nutrient-rich tropical fruits native to the Caribbean islands, and to Central and South America. The Spanish introduced them to the Hawaiian Islands, which has become the primary producer of pineapples sold in the U.S.
Read more →
Sliced almonds make quick work of adding crunch, protein and flavor to baked goods, salads and meats. While you can purchase a bag of sliced almonds at the grocery store, it may be more economical to purchase whole almonds and slice them yourself, as needed.
Read more →
Baking bread in covered clay pots creates an old-world style artisan loaf. This bread has a thick, crisp crust like bakers used to produce in wood-fired clay ovens before the advent of electricity. This just can't be done in your normal kitchen oven.
Read more →
Country-style chuck ribs are not ribs in the traditional sense, but are instead meaty strips of butterflied, boneless chuck roll, pre-cut to serving size.
Read more →
Any food can lead to weight gain if you consume too much of it, since you gain weight when you eat more calories than you burn through your daily activity. Pasta is no exception. However, pasta can fit into a healthy diet, especially if you choose the right type of pasta and healthy toppings to go with it.
Read more →
When your gallbladder acts up, avoiding certain foods can help prevent pain and other symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. Your diet can make a big difference in how well your gallbladder functions.
Read more →
Sodium bicarbonate is a medication that's often prescribed as an antacid to relieve the symptoms of heartburn and acid indigestion. Sodium bicarbonate is also used to treat a potentially dangerous condition called metabolic acidosis.
Read more →
The loin is to pork what the filet mignon is to beef. The pork loin is the tenderest cut and the perfect ingredient for a wide array of recipes. You can cook the loin whole or cut into medallions. A whole loin weighs typically two to three pounds. A half loin weighs about a pound, and serves two people.
Read more →
As long as it's very fresh, tuna can be served a little rare in the middle. This is ideal for tuna steaks as the fish has a tendency to dry out if cooked for too long. One-inch thick tuna steaks can be perfectly cooked in about 10 minutes.
Read more →
When you're in the mood for ham with all the fixings but don't want to wait all day for a whole ham to roast, a steak is the perfect solution. Ham steaks are thick, juicy and surprisingly low in fat and calories. Three ounces of a boneless, cured ham steak has only 105 calories and just over 3 grams of fat.
Read more →
Pungent, piquant and peppery, cloves tie aromatics together in multifaceted dishes. You rarely find cloves as the main flavoring ingredient in a dish; they work best in supporting roles, such as infusions for finishing oils.
Read more →
More than half of all the snack nuts consumed in the United States annually are peanuts -- and salted, roasted peanuts are one of the most popular choices, according to 2013 information provided National Peanut Board.
Read more →
If you need help gaining weight, the two primary types of supplements to consider are weight gainers for calories and protein powder to promote muscle synthesis.
Read more →
A rotisserie chicken is a lifesaver in the kitchen, particularly when you are low on time. In addition to its convenience, it generally doesn't cost more than buying a whole chicken and roasting it at home.
Read more →
If eating blue cheese causes inflammation to develop anywhere in your body, make an appointment with your doctor because you may have an allergy to one or more of its ingredients. Blue cheese contains two highly allergenic substances: milk and mold.
Read more →
Magnesium helps to build and repair tissues during pregnancy and works to regulate your blood sugar levels. It can also help reduce leg cramps. During pregnancy, your need for magnesium increases.
Read more →
Swordfish is one of the few fish that is a breeze to grill: its strongly flavored steaks are sturdy enough to hold up to the high heat needed to yield fish that is crispy brown on the outside, moist on the inside.
Read more →
Pork loin is a high-quality cut of pork, usually ranging between 1 and 4 lbs. While there are numerous ways to cook a pork loin fillet, including grilling and braising, simply baking the meat allows the natural flavors of the pork to come through.
Read more →
Eat your vegetables -- it's a rule you've likely heard since you were a child, but still may not be following through on as an adult.
Read more →