You may have heard the terms probiotics and prebiotics and generally know they are good for you, what exactly do they do, and where are the good sources? Probiotics and prebiotics are important for digestion and preventing chronic diseases such as obesity and heart disease. What are probiotics and prebiotics? Probiotics are products that contain bacteria that […]
Brought to you by the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Strong4Life will make you think twice about you (and your children if you have any) put inside your body. As Jim, the character in this clip, gets taken to the hospital in his later years, he watches his life, and all of his eating decisions, flash in front […]
Whole grains have become somewhat of a trend in the health and nutrition world, and for a good reason. They’re really good for you. But what’s the science behind it? I’m going to tell you they’re the healthy move, where to find them, and recipes to try. What are whole grains? Whole grains are the entire […]
The benefits of nuts are well-known, and more benefits are revealed constantly. Nuts (e.g. walnuts, almonds, macadamia nuts, brazil nuts and cashews) are a good source of protein, minerals and vitamin E. Nuts are also able to protect against DNA damage, suppress cancer growth and inflammation and reduce the risk of heart disease [3]. A new study revealed some crazy news about the connection between […]
Sweeteners are an essential part of practically any cuisine. After all, in all traditions and cultures people enjoy the sweet taste of a good cake or a dessert. Sweeteners are usually simple carbs and don’t provide the body with any essential nutrients. However, if you had to use only one sweetener in the dessert you are making, what should it be? Which […]
What is the best cooking method to maximize nutrient consumption? Which are the gentlest cooking methods for preserving nutrients: baking, frying, boiling, microwaving, griddling or pressure cooking? It is well-known that most foods lose vitamins after you cook them, but which vegetables have more antioxidants cooked than raw? Which vegetable loses most of its nutrients when cooked and which vegetables increase in […]