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.
Protein is required for muscle growth and tissue repair. Although protein is found in a variety of foods, supplemental shakes provide easy access to protein. Shakes come in an assortment of flavors and can be mixed with liquids including milk or water.
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The United States produces 75 billion eggs per year, about 10 percent of the worldβs supply. Eggs are inexpensive, nutrient-rich and can be prepared in a variety of ways.
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Alcohol-free beer contains fewer calories and carbohydrates than regular beer. Understanding calorie and alcohol content of alcohol-free and nonalcoholic beers enables informed dietary decisions.
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Milk and sugar can transform coffee from a low-calorie beverage to a high-calorie drink, according to the book, "Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Sport" by Melvin H. Williams. Understanding caloric content of coffee with milk and sugar enables informed dietary choices.
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One pound of body fat equals 3,500 calories, while 1 pound of whole-wheat bread contains 1,296 calories, Melvin H. Williams writes in the book "Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Sport." Bread options vary in caloric content.
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