Underweight and overweight are both not healthy. Overweight can cause various health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. Underweight can also cause some medical problems. If you have any worries about your weigh, you should consult your doctor or visit a dietitian to develop a special diet plan for you. However,… Continue reading
Category: Healthy Nutrition
Eating Out – Practical Tips 1
Eating out means you cannot choose and cook the food yourself. This may hide some risks, such as consummation of fatty food, lots of salt and sugar, eating food that is not prepared in a healthy way. It is a common belief that since you pay at a restaurant, you should eat large portions of… Continue reading
How to eat less at restaurants?
Choosing healthier food is very important but we should not forget that limited eating is also of key importance. It is often difficult to cut down eating and many people cannot deal with that task by themselves. It becomes even more difficult when you are eating out. Here are some common advises that may help… Continue reading
The Importance of Minerals
The word “mineral” means “mined from the earth”. Minerals are divided into two groups: metallic and non-metallic. In contrast to carbohydrates, fats, proteins and vitamins, minerals do not contain carbon and for this reason they are referred to as inorganic substances. The human organism needs more than 100 mg of minerals per day in order… Continue reading
Unhealthy Foods
The human body requires certain types and amounts of nutrients in order to function normally. However, if we want to stay healthy, we should be careful about the type and amount of food we choose. There are some foods that should be avoided or consumed in very small amounts. Here are some examples of foods… Continue reading
The Importantance of Water
Water is very essential for the human body. It maintains and controls the systems of the body and stimulates the protection against some disease and disorders. Water is one of the main foods. It may have no calories but we need it more than we need any other nutrient. Water is needed just like food… Continue reading
Antioxidants and Their Function
Antioxidants are substances in the human body which clean it from free radicals. Some key vitamins and minerals act as antioxidants. The most important dietary antioxidants include vitamin A and betacarotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, riboflavin, copper, manganese, zinc Free radicals are unstable molecules that carry negative electrical charge in the form of spare… Continue reading
Five diet and nutrition tips for women
Focus on whole foods that are plant-based. Your meals should be rich in fruits and leafy green vegetables. Make sure you consume a lot of whole grains, beans and legumes that will keep you satiated throughout the day. Limit the consummation of processed food and try avoiding them when possible. Take a lot of calcium.… Continue reading