NutritionEvidence BasedIs White Rice Healthy or Bad for You?Written by Ryan Raman, MS, RD (NZ) on October 16, 2018NutritionBlood SugarMetabolic SyndromeWeight LossDigestibilityYes or No?Bottom Line Many health communities view white rice as an unhealthy option. It’s highly processed and missing its hull (the hard protective coating), bran (outer layer) and germ (nutrient-rich core). Meanwhile, brown […]
WeiterlesenNutrition Evidence Based Malnutrition: Definition, Symptoms and Treatment Written by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN, LD on October 10, 2018 Definition Symptoms Effects Causes Risk Factors Prevention and Treatment Bottom Line Malnutrition refers to getting too little or too much of certain nutrients. It can lead to serious health issues, including stunted growth, eye […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence BasedStar Anise: Benefits, Uses and Potential RisksWritten by Ansley Hill, RD, LD on October 12, 2018Plant CompoundsBenefitsCulinary UsesRisksBottom Line Star anise is a spice made from the fruit of the Chinese evergreen tree Illicium verum. It’s aptly named for the star-shaped pods from which the spice seeds are harvested and has a flavor that […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence BasedCan You Eat Mango Skin?Written by Jillian Kubala, MS, RD on October 11, 2018BenefitsDrawbacksShould You?How To?Bottom Line The skin, peel or rind of fruits and vegetables acts as a protective covering for the softer, more delicate flesh inside. Though often discarded, the majority of these peels are edible and packed with nutrients like fiber, […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence BasedCLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid): A Detailed ReviewWritten by Kris Gunnars, BSc on October 10, 2018What It IsSourcesWeight LossBenefitsSide EffectsDosage and SafetyBottom Line Not all fats are created equal. Some of them are simply used for energy, while others have powerful health effects. Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a fatty acid found in meat and […]
WeiterlesenHomeFood & Nutrition10 Health Benefits of Lamb Meat 10 Health Benefits of Lamb Meat Food & Nutrition By Michael Jessimy September 27, 2018 Have you ever had lamb before? Many persons have, but may have inadvertently classified it as mutton, even though there are some notable differences. Most importantly, lamb meat, while still from the […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence Based12 Potential Health Benefits of Royal JellyWritten by Ansley Hill, RD, LD on October 3, 2018 Royal jelly is a gelatinous substance produced by honey bees to feed the queen bees and their young. It’s frequently sold as a dietary supplement to treat a variety of physical ailments and chronic diseases. While it has […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence Based4 Impressive Health Benefits of LysineWritten by Sharon O' Brien, MS, PGDip on October 6, 2018 Lysine is a building block for protein. It’s an essential amino acid because your body cannot make it, so you need to obtain it from food. It’s important for normal growth and muscle turnover and used to form […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence BasedHard-Boiled Egg Nutrition Facts: Calories, Protein and MoreWritten by Kaitlyn Berkheiser, RD, LDN on October 9, 2018NutritionProteinCholesterolBenefitsBoiled vs FriedBottom Line Eggs are a protein and nutrient powerhouse. They can be added to many dishes and prepared in numerous ways. One way to enjoy eggs is to hard-boil them. Hard-boiled eggs make great salad toppings […]
WeiterlesenNutritionEvidence BasedThe Alkaline Diet: An Evidence-Based ReviewWritten by Joe Leech, MS on October 2, 2018What It IspHImpact of FoodOsteoporosisCancerAncestral DietsBottom Line The alkaline diet is based on the idea that replacing acid-forming foods with alkaline foods can improve health. Proponents of this diet even claim that it can help fight serious diseases like cancer. This […]
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