What are Gluten free Foods? Gluten free foods are those which are devoid of the gluten protein which is present in wheat, rye, barley and at times oats. People with Celiac disease are recommended a gluten-free diet. If these people eat or drink any food having gluten, the lining of their intestinal tract gets damaged [...]
What is Amla? Indian gooseberry (or Amla) comes under the fruit group. It is better pronounced as “aamlaa”, and botanically known as Emblica officinalis. This fruit is power packed with a host of nutrients offering tremendous health benefits. Amla may not be pleasant to the tastebuds because of its sour and bitter taste but that [...]
Food Fortification – An Intro The best solution to prevent micronutrient malnutrition is to consume a balanced diet adequate is all nutrients. However, this is not a practical solution because first of all there needs to be universal access to adequate foods and proper eating habits, leave alone knowledge about good nutrition. What is Food [...]
On a tight budget, it may be tough to eat healthy and nutritious foods. But a balanced diet which supplies healthful nutrients is vital to good health. Eating healthy is not easy, as oftentimes we don’t have time to seek out healthy meals. It is much more convenient to heat up an instant food frozen [...]
Flax seeds contain many nutrients which have a favorable effect on human health. Flaxseed nutrition provides omega-3 fats, carotene, lignans, soluble fiber, high quality protein, thiamine (Vitamin B1), riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin C, Vitamin E, iron, zinc. Also small amount of minerals; zinc, iron, magnesium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus are present. Flax is valued for its [...]
Flaxseeds, also known as linseed in European countries are brown colored seeds which are similar in appearance to sesame seeds. These are available all through the year. Flaxseeds are a health food desired by health conscious people mainly because they are rich in omega-3 fats. Ground flaxseeds are better for digestion. Flaxseeds should be ground [...]
How to boost your immune system- Part II Immunity Boosters and Health II Vitamin E: Vitamin E is a crucial immuno-booster. Surveys conducted showed that 40% of older Americans consumed two thirds below the recommended dietary allowance. Research studies show when elderly people consumed 400 to 800 IU vitamin E, there was a significant reduction [...]
How to boost your immune system- Part I Immunity Boosters and health Food and Nutrition is critical to maintain and establish good functional immune system health. Hence, the role of nutrients on immunity warrants a more detailed study. Macronutrients i.e. adequate amounts of protein and calories are necessary to make the body’s defense mechanisms strong. [...]
Effects of Alcohol on Health and Disease Alcohol can lead to obesity. Since alcohol contains seven calories per gram, it has a high caloric density. For example, the beer belly of some construction workers is no surprise. A daily six-pack of Bud amounts to approximately 900 calories per day and can result in adding an [...]
What is Osteoporosis Osteoporosis means porous bone; in which the bones become fragile and can fractured easily. It is a silent, chronic yet preventable disease. Calcium poor diet is a contributing factor that can make bones less dense, ultimately weak and brittle. As the body ages, it gets some of the calcium it needs from [...]
