Nutrition
Different foods contain several different kinds of fats. The potential harmful dietary fats are called saturated and Trans fats. These fats come mostly from animal sources. They can negatively affect total blood cholesterol levels, HDL and LDL cholesterol levels which can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. These fats are solid at room temperature. Examples include: beef and pork fat, shortening, stick butter and margarine and baked goods. You want to include healthy fats in your diet which are known as monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and omega-3 fatty acids. The good-for-you fats help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol and boost your HDL (good) cholesterol. Although these fats benefit our bodies, you don't want to go overboard. Still eat healthy fats in moderation. Limit your healthy fat intake to 30 percent of your total daily calories. So if you consume 1,800 calories a day, that's about 540 calories from fat or 60 grams each day.Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are known as the…
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You have decided to cook with some delicious herbs but do not know how to cook with them. Then you wait and your fresh herbs go bad. Herbs can be bought fresh, or dried. You can even grow them in your own home. Herbs are flavoring agents used for enriching or altering the flavor or odor of foods. Herbs make a dish complete. Different herbs have different uses. Herbs add great flavor to your dishes but also contain many healthy nutrients. Here are some tips on using herbs: At the store: When you’re picking up herbs at the grocery store or the farmer’s market, they should always look fresh. Watch out for discolorations or wilting. Smell the herbs to see if you like their potency and their flavor. At your home: Once you get the herbs home, it’s best to store them on the top shelf of the refrigerator, which is often the warmest area. Wrap them in a damp…
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Probiotics are beneficial forms of gut bacteria that help maintain the natural balance of organisms (microflora) in the intestines. They help stimulate the natural digestive juices and enzymes that keep our digestive organs functioning properly. The normal human digestive tract contains about 400 types of probiotic bacteria that reduce the growth of harmful bacteria and promote a healthy digestive system. The largest group of probiotic bacteria in the intestine is lactic acid bacteria, of which Lactobacillus acidophilus, is found in yogurt with live cultures. Yeast is also a probiotic substance. You can support your probiotic intake through eating foods that are a host to these live bacterium. Now you don't necessarily need probiotics a type of "good" bacteria to be healthy. Many people use probiotics to prevent diarrhea, gas, and cramping caused by antibiotics. Antibiotics can kill "good" (beneficial) bacteria along with the bacteria that cause illness. A decrease in beneficial bacteria may lead to digestive problems. Taking probiotics may…
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