Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Some people buy alkaline water in the hopes of increasing their body's pH. Your body actually does a good job of maintaining the right pH on its own, and the amounts of water typically consumed would be neutralized by your stomach acids, limiting any effect on your pH.
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To eat clean, trade in the highly processed foods you eat for whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, nuts, beans and lean proteins that are unprocessed or minimally processed. Higher intakes of processed foods may lead to weight gain, according to a study published in "Health Economics"
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Jerusalem artichokes, also called sunchokes, aren't like regular artichokes. These root vegetables have a taste that's similar to water chestnuts, and you can eat them raw or cooked. If you eat them cooked, they have a creamy texture and you can use them in ways similar to potatoes.
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Green tea may provide a number of health benefits, such as lowering your risk for cancer, high cholesterol and Parkinson's disease, according to MedlinePlus.
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Hummus, usually made with a mix of chickpeas, tahini paste, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice, is one of the healthier dip options available. It provides significant amounts of fiber, magnesium and phosphorus, as well as smaller amounts of many other vitamins and minerals. It is also a low-cholesterol food.
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Most types of gum have relatively few calories per piece, usually 10 or less, so they are a good way for you to get a little sweet fix. Some, but not all, research shows that chewing gum may help you decrease your appetite, at least for a little while.
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Quinoa is considered a whole grain. It is the seed of a leafy plant related to spinach. Although most plant-based foods do not contain complete proteins containing all of the essential amino acids, quinoa is a complete protein. This makes quinoa a particularly beneficial food for those who do not eat animal products.
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Whether ham is your favorite Easter treat or a regular indulgence, it isn't one of the healthiest meat options. Ham does provide a lot of protein and some vitamins and minerals, but it is also high in both sodium and fat.
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Sunflower oil can be a useful cooking oil, as it has a high smoke point. This means you can use it even at the high temperatures necessary for browning or searing foods without it producing harmful compounds.
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Peripheral vascular disease, peripheral artery disease and intermittent claudication can all cause circulation problems in the legs and feet. In these conditions, your arteries become clogged with plaque and narrowed, making it harder for the blood to reach your extremities.
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Cashews are a nutritious nut, but they aren't a weight-loss miracle food. Including them as part of a reduced-calorie weight loss diet, however, may make that diet more satisfying and make it easier for you to continue with the diet long enough to reach your goal weight.
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Switching from a diet high in saturated fat to one high in monounsaturated fat may help you lose a small amount of extra weight even if you don't eat fewer calories, according to a study published in the "British Journal of Nutrition" in September 2003.
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Being vegetarian doesn't mean you can't follow a low-carb, high-protein diet such as the Atkins diet. It just means you may have to be a bit more creative to stay within the diet's guidelines.
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If you're looking for an alternative to sugar, you may be confused about the difference between agave nectar and stevia.
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When eating out, it can be difficult to determine just which dishes and appetizers are the most nutritious options. Starting your meal off with a soup, such as hot and sour soup if you are at a Chinese restaurant, can help fill you up on fewer calories so you eat less during your meal.
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People who follow a vegetarian diet tend to weigh less than meat eaters, according to an article published in "Nutrition Reviews" in April 2006. Although vegetarians often consume soy products, such as tofu, this doesn't necessarily mean that eating tofu will improve your weight-loss results.
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No food, honey included, will cause your belly fat to just melt away. Getting rid of body fat requires you to lose weight, meaning you'll need to eat fewer calories than you use throughout the day to create a caloric deficit.
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You can easily make homemade soup to warm you up during the colder months or just to help fill you up before your main meal so you don't consume too many calories. Most homemade soup recipes start with broth, such as vegetable broth.
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People use lavender oil to help them relax or fall asleep. It may also help to treat alopecia areata, depression, dementia, headaches, acne, joint pain and pain after surgery. However, there are some possible bad side effects associated with lavender oil, especially when this essential oil is used by young boys.
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Pistachio nuts are a filling snack, and if you choose the pistachio nuts that are still in their shells, it takes you longer to eat them, so you are less likely to eat too many. Although nuts like pistachios are relatively high in fat, they are healthy when eaten in moderation.
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