There is a lot of of confusion around starchy vegetables, in particular. They get a bad reputation for being high in carbohydrate, but can make a delicious, nutrient-dense substitute for grains on the plate. They’re packed with vitamins and minerals and also provide a lot of fiber. Rather...
Even so, while cardboard definitely counts as green packaging, it has environmental drawbacks. When it’s dumped into landfill sites, its biodegradation emits methane gas, creating a substantial carbon footprint. Moreover, it’s made of tree fibres, so it adds to the r...
The thing is, there are no official qualifications or cut-offs for what counts as a superfood versus, well, any generally nutritious food—no minimum amount of antioxidants they must contain (or any other nutrient, for that matter). Unlike other feel-good food claims such as “healthy,”“...
(2020·绵阳市第一次诊断)We are what we eat.That is an old expression,but one worth knowing.A recent look at diets around the world shows that people who eat healthy food—and not too much of it—live longer.But which areas of the world have the best diets?Researchers found that foods...
Use only high quality oils such as coconut oil, olive oil, ghee, or grass-fed butter. Cut back drastically on grains and sugars. Not only will eliminating these foods lower your cancer risk, you’re going to feel (and look) better from the inside out. Now that you know what the top...
As one basketball player remarked, "I'm lucky if I eat that much in a week..." Although the amount sounds overwhelming, portions need to be explained:* One small 6 oz glass of juice counts for one serving; thirsty athletes commonly drink 12 ounces per swig--if not the whole quart!*...
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Jamaica is an easy place to thoroughly enjoy as long as you have the necessary essentials and a little bit of knowledge about the island. I've made a list of what to wear in Jamaica, the top items to bring and NOT to bring, seasons for the region, and FA
The high antioxidant concentration in fresh herbs has been shown to exceed that of several fruits, vegetables, and grains. Just 1/2 teaspoon of oregano provides the same amount of antioxidants as half of a sweet potato, and 1 tablespoon of basil has the same amount of antioxidants as 2 cup...
The ingredients in this homemade cereal are very inexpensive. Basically you only need rice (white or brown) and liquid, which can be water, milk, or a dairy-free milk substitute. At the time of publishing this post originally, a serving of the homemade variety cost only 14 cents each, ...