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.
Kiwifruits, also known as Chinese gooseberries, have a fuzzy brown outer coating that hides the bright emerald color of the sweet fruit inside. When you cut open a kiwifruit, you immediately see numerous small seeds that are high in fiber.
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Your body needs iron to make blood cells. Without iron, your body would not be able to produce or carry many proteins that are essential for blood cells. You may need an iron supplement if you develop an iron deficiency such as anemia. Never take supplements or vitamins without consulting your health-care provider.
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The large intestine, commonly known as the colon, is a critical component of the digestive system. It's most responsible for absorbing water from indigestible food matter and passing waste material from the body.
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Habanero and cayenne peppers belong to a class of peppers called chili peppers. The habanero pepper is one of the hottest of the chili peppers, while the cayenne pepper has a milder flavor. Peppers are high in vitamin C, an antioxidant. Peppers also contain capsaicin, the active ingredient used for medicinal purposes.
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Usually, beneficial bacteria and pathogenic bacteria--the unhealthy kind--peacefully coexist in your digestive system. The beneficial bacteria act as watchdogs over the pathogenic variety, resulting in a properly-functioning digestive tract.
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Eggplant Parmesan, also known by its Italian name of parmigiana di melanzane, is typically made from oven-baked or pan-fried breaded eggplant cutlets smothered in tomato sauce, basil and fresh mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
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The term infection refers to the growth of harmful organisms in the body. In response to an infection, your immune system attempts to protect itself and triggers symptoms such as pain, fever, swelling, skin rashes and itching.
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On average, Americans consume more than 50 gallons of carbonated soft drinks each year, according to the 2005 USDA report, "Contributions of Nonalcoholic Beverages to the U.S. Diet."
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As the sun goes down and your day wraps up, the temptation to reward yourself for a busy and productive day with a sugary treat can be hard to resist. But your body doesn't need the extra sugar, as too much of it is tied to an increase in obesity, type-2 diabetes, heart disease and other health conditions.
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You can count on cranberry juice to provide antioxidant benefits for your body because it's a rich source of vitamins C and E. It also contains antioxidant compounds called flavonoids that have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
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The use of garlic for treating fungal infections is a folk remedy, and it is often the only effective treatment for fungus trapped in hard to reach areas, such as under the nail bed. James Duke, author of "Dr.
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Caffeine pills or tablets generally contain between 50 to 200 milligrams of caffeine per serving, according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest. This is approximately twice the amount of an average cup of coffee.
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Goat is a healthy meat source that has become popular in restaurants and stores. Goat meat has been consumed around the world for centuries, and it's prevalent in Mexican and Indian cuisine.
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More people eat rice than any other grain, and rice is the second most produced grain behind corn. The common variety of white rice is processed to remove the bran and germ, which also removes fiber and B vitamins. The rice is then polished to improve appearance.
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Vegetables are good for your health, but some of them contain high levels of sugar. Knowing which vegetables have a high glycemic index number and therefore affect the blood sugar faster is valuable information.
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Used in Chinese cooking, oyster sauce is made from oyster extract. Oysters are boiled in water and the cooking liquid is reduced. Caramel darkens the sauce, cornstarch thickens it and soy sauce adds a smoky saltiness.The result is used in meat and vegetable dishes, and a little oyster sauce goes a long way.
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It would be great to find out that chocolate chips are healthy. These semi-sweet chocolate morsels are often used in baking, specifically chocolate chip cookies. The cookie itself may not be as healthy as the chocolate, especially the dark chocolate called semi-sweet.
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Cranberries may have therapeutic effects on the liver and stomach, as well as helping individuals with diabetes and urinary problems. Cranberry also may possess anti-cancer and antioxidant properties.
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If you are trying to limit your coffee consumption, you might be tempted to try a coffee alternative called yerba mate. This traditional South American beverage, brewed from the leaves of a type of holly tree called Ilex paraguariensis, may boost your energy like coffee due to its caffeine content.
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Not all spinach dips are healthy, but you can improvise any dip recipe to make it more nutritious. A dip prepared with whole sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise or fatty oils may not be heart-healthy because of the fat content and high calorie count.
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