Vegetables for Nutrition and a Healthy Life

Posted under Diet and Nutrition, Foods, General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
by: Shelley Green Fruit and vegetables are brimming with fibre, plus a whole range of vitamins and minerals, and because they're low in calories, they make an important and healthy addition to any diet. Here is some information for you about vegetable nutrition. "Eat your fruits and...
Vegetables for Nutrition and a Healthy Life

Coffee and Caffeine – How much is in each cup?

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
by: Matthew Hick Coffee is a complex mixture of chemical components of the coffee bean. Some of these components are partially destroyed by the roasting process; however, many of these components are not. Caffeine is one of the components that is not affected by the roasting process....
Coffee and Caffeine – How much is in each cup?

Going Nuts

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
by Anne Ehmer Nuts are much more than a snack; besides their obvious use adding flavor and texture to any dish, nuts are a valuable source of nutrients in their own right. In Western cuisine, nuts are usually treated as a luxury and relegated to confectionery and desserts. Vegetarians know...
Going Nuts

What exactly is Fair Trade Food?

Posted under General Nutrition, Nutrition News on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
by: Davinos Greeno The Fairtrade Foundation exists to ensure that producers are guaranteed a minimum price for their goods irrespective of world prices. This means that Fairtrade goods are often more expensive in the UK than those without the Fairtrade logo. Although people are now...
What exactly is Fair Trade Food?

Should You Buy Fairtrade, Organic Or Local Food?

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
by Davinos Greeno Again, I find myself torn apart with choices when deciding which is the most ethical, eco friendly and/or healthy option when it comes to shopping for food and non-food products. Should I buy food and products that support workers in Third World by buying Fairtrade...
Should You Buy Fairtrade, Organic Or Local Food?

Ostrich – The New Red Meat ?

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
A New Red Meat Since the high glycogen content of Ostrich meat confers to it an almost sweet flavor, it is suggested to serve it along with a complement of vegetables that contrast nicely with sweet, such as red radicchio and rocket. Rich in proteins and iron, the meat is also low in fat (1-2g...
Ostrich – The New Red Meat ?

Searching for The Fountain of Youth

Posted under General Nutrition, Nutrition News on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
Throughout centuries, people have searched for a proverbial Fountain of Youth, a fountain whose water can actually slow down the aging process. From Juan Ponce de León to the modern day seeker, the search for the Fountain of Youth, much like the fountain itself, springs eternal. While this...
Searching  for The Fountain of Youth

Two Methods of Cutting Chicken – Simply and Professionally

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
There are two ways in which chickens or poultry can be cut up, one for home use and the other for professional use. The technique can be learned quite easily and it's a useful skill to have. The advantages are that it is more economical to cut up chicken or poultry yourself than buying in...
Two Methods of Cutting Chicken – Simply and Professionally

Fibre Facts

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
Fiber is part of a healthy diet, discover why. Fiber plays a very important role in a healthy diet. Fiber is found in plants, and dietary fiber –the kind of fiber we eat- comes to us inside the fruits, vegetables and grains we eat. Human provides no calories, as it cannot be digested by...
Fibre Facts

Organic Wine: Reprieve for the Allergic

Posted under General Nutrition on Thursday, 18 January 2007 by
When I was a kid, I developed an allergy to peanut butter, something I loved to eat by the spoonful. While others ate it, mixing clumps with strawberry jam and putting it between two slices of bread, I stood by drooling; then, with a sense of defeat, I went to stick my head in my Easy Bake...
Organic Wine: Reprieve for the Allergic