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.
To reap the most benefits from exercise, you must listen to your body. If you begin feeling jittery during or after your workout, several factors could be to blame. You could be suffering from hypoglycemia, which occurs when there is a drop in blood glucose levels, or dehydration.
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The term healthy gets thrown a lot around these days and everyone has a different understanding of what healthy. When it comes to food and nutrition, as a Registered Dietitian, healthy means well-balanced meals and that most foods are acceptable in moderation.
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Oatmeal is a nutritious breakfast, with each 3/4-cup serving or prepared packet providing about 12 percent of the daily value for fiber along with significant amounts of magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese and selenium.
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Ginger and honey, crystallized in an on-the-go candy, might provide natural relief from a variety of ailments, including respiratory infections, indigestion and motion sickness.
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Agua de Jamaica is a nonalcoholic Mexican beverage made from the flowers of the jamaica plant, which is a type of hibiscus, sugar and water. Hibiscus contains natural compounds that might reduce blood pressure and lower cholesterol.
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The Jamaican tuna plant is a variety of prickly pear cactus sometimes called coastal prickly pear. The cactus is native to the Southeastern United States, Mexico and South America, although it now grows in Jamaica, other parts of the Caribbean and throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East regions.
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All types of cinnamon belong to the genus Cinnamomum, so there really isn’t a “fake” cinnamon. But true cinnamon comes from one specific species -- Cinnamomum verum -- which is native to Ceylon. Other types of cinnamon come from several different cinnamomum trees. They're collectively referred to as cassia cinnamon.
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Indian black salt, also known as kala namak or sanchal, is a type of Indian volcanic rock salt commonly used in India, Pakistan and other Asian countries. The “black” salt is actually pinkish-grey due to the presence of iron and other minerals.
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Sodium butyrate is the sodium salt of butyric acid, which is a short-chain fatty acid. It’s a natural byproduct of the fermentation of dietary fibers in your large intestine.
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Pasalai keerai is spinach. It is used in various Indian recipes, usually cooked with added spices and vegetables. India has a number of keerai or "greens" that are used in traditional meals and for their health benefits. Spinach is called pasalai keerai in Tamil, the Dravidian language spoken in parts of India.
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If you are an expectant mother, you likely have considered what foods and beverages you need to avoid during pregnancy. Though tea contains less caffeine than coffee, many pregnant women avoid it. Oolong tea is a type of tea that comes from the same plant as black tea and green tea.
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Muscle Milk is a protein-based supplement manufactured by the company CytoSport. This powdered supplement is intended to "provide sustained energy and recovery for performance and lifestyle," according to CytoSport.
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Red grapes are made into red wine, grape juice, jams and jellies, or simply enjoyed fresh off the vine. They make a low-calorie, nutritious snack. Red grapes and many other dark-skinned varieties contain numerous compounds that provide many health benefits.
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Sauteing bell peppers and onions is a healthy method for cooking these aromatic and tasty vegetables. Saute with a small amount of oil in a pan over high heat to quickly brown and soften sliced or chopped bell peppers and onions.
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Sea urchin sushi, also known as uni, is a delicacy made from the gonads of the sea urchin. According to Sushi Encyclopedia, this type of sushi is rich and creamy, although it has a strong ocean smell.
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Step into Manny Pacquaio’s shoes for one day, and you’d probably have trouble walking the next morning. During a day where he’ll run, spar and weight train, Pacquaio sheds calories quicker than he does opponents—oftentimes burning up to 2,500 calories per workout.
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The shape, temperature and design of your cooking appliance affects the quality of your food. A regular oven, also known as a conventional oven, and a roaster oven are two different appliances that both cook food using dry heat. Traditionally, only solid foods such as meat and potatoes are roasted.
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Bodybuilders are strongly focused on consuming enough protein each day so that their muscles have enough building blocks to grow bigger and stronger. Beef, pork and lamb are excellent sources of protein, as well as being tasty.
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Milk, cheese and yogurt are dairy foods, meaning they are products of cow's milk and belong to the Dairy Group, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's My Plate Guide. Foods made from milk, such as cheese and yogurt, retain their calcium content and are considered part of the Dairy Group.
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Coconut milk and oil are common ingredients in the cuisines of Thailand and surrounding Asian countries. Coconut products are not as popular in North America, sometimes viewed as unhealthy because of high saturated fat content.
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