Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Digestive enzymes can help provide relief from heartburn, acid reflux, sluggish bowels and diarrhea. A body in balance doesn't need supplemental enzymes because it produces them on its own.
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You might take protein shakes after exercise to boost muscle building. If you are underweight, protein shakes can also help you gain healthy weight. Homemade shakes usually contain protein powder, fruit or nut butter and milk. The type of milk you use depends on your goals and health needs.
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What you eat prior to hitting the field, ice, track or court can make or break your performance. A quality breakfast before a sporting event ensures you have the energy to do your best, but consuming the wrong types of food could lead to bloating, cramping and sluggishness.
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Because meat is on the menu for your low-carb diet, you may assume sauces and gravies are, too. But traditional thickeners for rich, creamy gravy are flour, cornstarch or arrowroot flour, which have 6 to 7 grams of carbs per tablespoon.
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Food labels often offer up a sea of unpronouncable words. Maltodextrin and dextrose are two that may give you pause, but both are ingredients derived from natural sources, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration categorizes them as "generally recognized as safe," or GRAS.
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Stanley Burroughs introduced the Master Cleanse in the 1940s, but it took off in 1976 when he published the pamphlet "The Master Cleanser."
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Brisket is a common cut of beef used for corned beef or barbecue, but is not considered a favored cut in terms of nutrition. The cut comes from the breast section, below the cow’s first five ribs. Even the leanest cuts of brisket contain more calories than other proteins lower in saturated fat.
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Protein shakes often appear in ads with muscular, toned athletes, implying that by simply consuming the drink you can achieve the same physique.
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Although not scientifically demonstrated to reduce gas, bloating and heartburn, anecdotal evidence has caused many holistic health practitioners to recommend apple cider vinegar as treatment for digestive distress. For gas and bloating, drink a glass of vinegar in water before each meal.
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You might drink a protein shake to support lean muscle mass growth and weight gain. Protein shakes usually contain a combination of milk, protein powder and flavorings, such as fruit, nut butter or chocolate.
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Low levels of potassium can cause feelings of weakness, muscle spasms or irregular heartbeat. Your doctor will tell you if you have clinically low levels after running a simple blood test. Potassium levels may also temporarily become lower after a sweaty workout or after a bout of diarrhea and vomiting.
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Sometimes you wake up and know you had a dream worth recounting to loved ones or friends -- but the details escape you. Or perhaps that dream offered answers for a problem on which you've been puzzling, but the crux -- the epiphany -- slips away the moment you open your eyes.
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Carbohydrates serve as a great source of fuel, so they can power your active lifestyle. Eating too many carbs though, especially in refined foods such as sugar and white bread, can cause wild shifts in your blood sugar levels.
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Most people get all the protein they need from whole foods. A protein powder supplement may be warranted if you're an avid athlete or have trouble eating a balanced diet.
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You’re watching your calories, avoiding processed foods and eating more fruits and vegetables. These may be big changes, and you’re eager to see the positive results in your waistline, cholesterol levels and markers for heart disease.
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Tingling and numbness in the arms, legs, mouth and face can signal a reaction to certain foods. Tingling or numbness may result from a mild sensitivity, intolerance, allergy or autoimmune reaction to foods.
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A set meal plan helps you deflect your kids' cries for fast food and junky snacks. You'll streamline your shopping and ensure that your kids are exposed to a variety of foods. Design a meal plan that provides balance among the food groups and portion sizes appropriate for your kids' ages, sizes and activity levels.
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If you regularly hit the gym or the trail for a long, intense exercise session, pay attention to what you consume afterward. A snack or meal containing carbohydrates and protein affects how you recover and improve as a result of your efforts.
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A consistent 1,400-calorie-per-day diet plan yields weight loss for most adults. How much you lose per week, however, depends on the number of calories you burn daily. A deficit of about 500 calories per day yields a weekly weight loss of approximately 1 pound.
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Top performing mixed martial artists are among the fittest athletes, due, in part, to their commitment to clean eating. Mixed martial arts combines skills from multiple disciplines including boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wrestling.
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