Quinoa is often considered a grain, but it is actually a pseudo grain because it is cooked and eaten like other grains. Quinoa is actually a seed and related to vegetables like beets and spinach. This pseudo grain has been eaten in South America for centuries, as this is where it is naturally grown. Quinoa […]
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Are There Any Health Benefits From Eating Artichoke?
Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables may help lower risk for heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, lower risk for certain cancers and may help with weight regulation. The recommended intake for vegetables for women 19-50 years old is 2.5 cups per day and 3 cups per day for men. Most Americans don’t […]
The Truly Surprising Truth About White Foods
A common message heard from nutrition experts is to avoid white foods for better health. What’s wrong with white foods? Processed, refined carbohydrates like white flour and sugar are prominent in Western culture, but these foods have little nutritional value. They are low in fiber and high in simple carbohydrates. Most Americans tend to eat […]
Is Carrageenan Bad for You (and Should You Avoid It)?
Carageenan is a substance made from seaweed or algae. The seaweed or algae is boiled down and processed to make the fine white powder of carageenan. This seaweed derivative can be found in many foods such as: ice cream, dairy alternative milks, pudding, yogurt, processed meats or whipped toppings. It may be put into some […]
Are Instant Noodles Healthy to Eat or Fattening?
In 2015, it is estimated over 97 billion servings of instant noodles were eaten worldwide. Most of the top instant noodle consuming countries are in Asia: China, Indonesia, Japan Vietnam and the Republic of Korea. The United States is the top Western country for instant noodle consumption and was the 5th country for highest consumption […]
What is a Low FODMAP Diet and What is it Good For?
FODMAP is an acronym for carbohydrates that are considered Fermentable Oligo, Di, Monosaccharides and Polyols. These are all types of carbohydrates from various foods that enter the large intestine where they are fermented by gut bacteria. Examples of these types of carbohydrates include: fructose, lactose, fructans, galactans and sugar alcohols. These carbohydrates are found in […]
What is the Best and Most Effective Drink to Burn Fat?
There are many misconceptions around drinks that burn fat. First thing’s first: you don’t burn fat from a drink you ingest. There are many claims that say combining certain ingredients together and drinking it can help burn fat, but that is simply not true. Fat loss comes when your body starts using your stored fat […]
What Foods are Considered Complete Proteins and Why You Should Care
The body uses protein we get from food to make new cells, regulate fluid balance, make new hormones and provide satiety to a meal. The Institute of Medicine recommends getting 10-35% of daily calories from protein. In developed countries, getting enough protein is not a concern. Most Americans get more than enough protein from their […]
What Are The Best Anti Wrinkle Foods to Eat?
Skin aging is a natural process that happens over time when the epidermal and dermal skin cells get degraded. As we get older, skin aging is a normal process, but premature aging can happen to the skin from environmental factors. Synthetic skin care procedures and topical applications can benefit skin health, but dietary factors can […]
Is Raw Fish Bad for You or Is It Safe to Eat?
Fish can be considered a nutrient dense food. Fish is a quality protein source and provides vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, D, selenium and zinc. Fatty fish like salmon and tuna are good sources of omega 3 fatty acids. Getting a higher intake of omega 3’s is recommended to help lower inflammation in the […]
How Much Fruit Should I Eat a Day to Lose Weight?
According to data from the CDC (1), about ¾ of American adults don’t meet the daily recommended fruit intake. Many health campaigns are focused on getting Americans to eat more fruits and vegetables in their diet because eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables has been associated with lowering risk for heart disease, stroke, […]
Are There Any Nutrition Benefits from Eating Natto?
Western societies are just starting to catch on with natto, while natto has been part of traditional Japanese cuisine for centuries. Natto is basically fermented soybeans which can have a mild to pungent taste and somewhat slimy texture. It is common to eat natto from a very young age in Japan, but if you are […]
