Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health

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.

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Homemade tuna melt sandwich served warm with pickles

Is a Tuna Sandwich Healthy?

Published Jan,30 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

For a healthy tuna sandwich, choose a substitute for fatty mayo, and use whole grain bread. Add veggies and other nutritious ingredients to boost the health factor of your meal.

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Sturgeon black caviar

Fish Egg Nutrition

Published Jan,28 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

Fish eggs such as roe or caviar can give you a healthy dose of good fats, protein, and vitamin B-12. Here's the downside--there is high cholesterol and sodium content in most fish egg preparations.

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Scrambled egg whites with spinach, cherry tomatoes on toasted bread.

Are Egg Whites Good for Dieting?

Published Jan,27 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

Egg whites for weight loss are a winner. Low in calories and high in protein, they can help you reduce your calorie intake, help fill you up and aid lean muscle gain.

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Black shaker in heap of chocolate protein powder

Can You Survive With Just Protein Shakes?

Published Jan,24 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

It's possible to get adequate nutrition from just protein shakes. But it's also possible to get too much added sugar and not enough of some of the nutrients you need each day for good health.

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Balanced diet Fresh salad with fried rice and boiled eggs

Balanced Diet for a 20-Year Old Man

Published Jan,23 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

Balancing calories for a 20-year-old male and getting the right mix of carbs, proteins and fats creates a balanced diet for good health and a high energy level.

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Close-Up Of Cold Cuts On Cutting Board

Is Lunch Meat Healthy?

Published Jan,18 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

Processed lunch meat contains saturated fat, sodium and preservatives that may harm your health. Fresh options you cook at home are the healthiest choice.

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Two raw salmon fillets

What Is DHA Used For?

Published Jan,18 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

DHA plays many crucial roles in the body, including supporting heart and brain health, reducing muscle soreness and reducing the risk of preterm birth.

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Scoop of chocolate whey isolate protein in black plastic containter

Does Whey Protein Raise Cholesterol?

Published Jan,18 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

Whey protein is unlikely to raise your cholesterol. In fact, research shows it may help lower your total cholesterol and levels of triglycerides in your blood.

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black olives with rosemary

Black Olives Nutritional Value

Published Jan,11 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

Black olives are a good source of monounsaturated fats, but they're also high in sodium, too much of which can raise blood pressure.

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Chicken meat, fish, cottage cheese, yogurt and eggs on white table

Protein Diet & Stools

Published Jan,05 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

High-protein-diet bowel movements can be infrequent and difficult. A combination of eating too little fiber and not drinking enough fluids is usually the cause.

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All you can eat sushi

Nutrition Facts for Glutinous Rice

Published Jan,05 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

The nutritional value of white rice, including glutinous rice, is lower than whole-grain and has a high glycemic index score. Eat it only occasionally.

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