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  • How to Combine Foods for Better Digestion: Essential Do’s and Don’ts

    Protein and Starch (e.g., Meat and Potatoes, Burger and Fries) Why : Proteins and starches require different Two High-Protein Foods (e.g., Bacon and Eggs, Meat with Beans) Why : Proteins take time and energy to digest, and eating two high protein foods together can overwork the digestive system. proteins digest more slowly. When sugar is combined with protein, it may ferment in the stomach.

  • The importance of blood sugar balance for great health

    Protein - it helps to keep blood sugar levels steady. Again, if you consume protein by itself, it has no impact on blood sugar. A good size of protein per meal is the size of your palm. sufficient amount of protein at every meal at different ages in your life . Eat fat or protein with your carbohydrates Don't eat sweet or starchy food without adding some protein

  • A Simple Gut-Loving Breakfast or Snack: Kefir with Seeds, Berries, and Cacao Nibs

    It’s rich in fibre , healthy fats , protein , probiotics , and antioxidants—without requiring any cooking This beautiful blend contains: Kefir  – a fermented dairy drink packed with probiotics, protein, calcium You can add a scoop of protein powder (whey or any plant based protein- always check for the ingredients If you didn't know, collages is the most abundant protein in our bodies.

  • Easy homemade muesli recipe

    However, rolled oats do have the same amount of protein, carbohydrate and fat content as rolled oats. They contain carbohydrates, protein, fat, fibre. Protein found in oats is similar to protein found in legumes. Nuts and seeds are high in protein, fat, carbohydrates and fibre, plus they include different vitamins Coconut meat is high in fat, but also contains protein, carbs and fibre.

  • How can you balance your hormones naturally?

    Eat adequate amounts of protein with your every meal Protein provides essential amino acids that our But your body also needs protein to produce protein-derived hormones- peptide hormones. Protein helps to decrease our hunger hormone- ghrelin. Here is an article of the foods that contain the highest amounts of protein . Aim to eat around 20-30g of protein at every meal. 4.

  • How changing what you eat for breakfast can improve your health?

    Prioritise protein. Healthy proteins include eggs, tofu, Greek yoghurt, meat, fish, cheese, nuts, seeds, protein powder ( This article gives you a list of highest healthy protein foods . Provided that the dinner contained a good protein, fat and fibre. Add in there some protein (nuts, seeds, protein powder), some fat (nuts, seeds, avocado, coconut milk

  • How to eat right for your monthly menstrual cycle?

    Choose your proteins wisely Try and notice whether you feel better with vegetarian protein (natto, tofu , tempeh, nuts, seeds, eggs) or animal protein (beef, chicken, lamb, turkey, pork). Women, who struggle with the lack of their periods might feel better incorporating good-quality animal protein

  • Easy and healthy banana pancakes

    Almond flour is nutritious, containing 7g of protein, 15g of fat, 5g of carbs, 3 grams of fibre (in 1 Cassava flour (1/4 cup) contains, 31g of carbs, 2 g of fibre, 0 g of fat, 0g of protein, potassium, calcium It has high nutritional value, where 1/4 of a cup contains 10g of fibre, 18g of carbs, 6g of protein, Pumpkin seed flour contains in a 1/4 a cup, 7g of carbs, 12g of protein, 1g of fat, zinc and iron.

  • Quinoa, artichoke and spinach pizza

    Quinoa is a complete protein, containing all 9 amino acids, that our bodies can't make on our own. As you know quinoa is naturally gluten-free, is rich in antioxidants- and has more protein and fibre Artichoke is a great prebiotic and probiotic food and contains apart from fibre, protein, carbs, vitamin

  • Anti-nutrients- understanding their role in food and health

    trypsin- amylase is needed for braking down starch and pepsin and trypsin is required to break down protein Gluten : found in wheat, barley, rye, it's known to be one of the most difficult-to-digest plant proteins minerals by forming complexes that are resistant to digestion (causing digestive issues) as well as cause protein Lectins : Lectins are proteins found in many plant foods, including legumes (beans, peanuts, whole grains Saponins : Saponins are proteins found in chickpeas, soya beans, navy beans, kidney beans, alfalfa sprouts

  • Sugar-Free Doesn’t Mean Risk-Free: The Health Effects of Artificial Sweeteners

    Artificial sweeteners are everywhere, from diet sodas to protein bars, promising guilt-free sweetness Low-Calorie Dairy Products:  Yogurts, puddings, and protein shakes. towards people doing physical exercise (such as weight lifting, cross-fit, fitness modelling etc): Protein powders, protein drinks and protein bars Vitamins and Minerals in the Pharmacy or Health Stores : check

  • Gluten-free diet- is it right for you?

    Gluten is a sticky protein that occurs naturally in wheat, rye, barley and spelt. It's a family of proteins found in the seeds of grass that are soluble in alcohol. Gliadine is the gluten protein in wheat. Your digestive system does not possess the enzymes to completely digest all the bits of this protein, bars - to improve the consistency of a protein bar, manufacturers often add gluten in the bars.

  • Understanding Common Diets: Health Benefits, Risks, and Potential Nutritional Deficiencies

    Easier to meet protein needs than a vegan diet due to the inclusion of dairy and eggs. Can be challenging to obtain all essential amino acids without varied plant protein sources. Potential Nutritional Deficiencies: Short-term:  Inadequate protein intake, fatigue, and anemia. Rich in lean proteins and healthy fats . Limited dairy-free alternatives may be lower in protein and nutrients.

  • Nourishing Autumn Salad with Pumpkin, Black Rice, and Miso-Ginger Dressing

    This vibrant salad combines roasted pumpkin, wild black rice, and protein-rich edamame with a creamy Black rice:  Rich in anthocyanins  (the same pigment found in blueberries) and provides more fibre and protein Edamame:  A complete plant protein with all nine essential amino acids  and plenty of folate, magnesium balance : complex carbohydrates from black rice, healthy fats from olive oil and seeds, plant-based protein

  • Quinoa and millet bread with chicken-liver pâté

    Quinoa and millet are better grain options as they are gliadin free (one of the main gluten proteins Quinoa supports heart health, may help with weight loss due to its protein and fibre content, may help Packed with fibre, high in protein, containing also antioxidants, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and folate Liver is packed protein, iron, vitamin A, B vitamins, selenium, vitamin C, phosphorus, zinc, copper,

  • How can you improve the health of your hair?

    , decreasing oestrogens in menopause, stress (acute and chronic), chemotherapy, poor nutrition (low protein Nutrition Protein It's important to get appropriate amounts of protein in your diet as your hair is primarily made up of protein called keratin. In this article you can learn about the best protein containing foods. Vitamin C - helps to protect hair follicles from damage.

  • Gut-loving gummies- benefits and how to make them?

    Collagen makes up to almost one-third of all the protein in our bodies and if you don't get enough of As gelatine is a protein, it's important to consume it with fats to stimulate digestive juices and allow the body to use the protein properly. Helps to lower joint pain and protects joints Reduces heartburn, ulcers and acid reflux by binding gut Gelatine contains 8 amino acids, including (glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, glutamic acid, alanine,

  • Fat fudge- a performance food

    Though there is a reason why Mary Shenouda used tahini in this recipe- it has protein, fat, carbs, fibre It contains protein, carbs, fat, fibre, vitamin C, copper, iron, potassium, vitamin B6, manganese, niacin

  • How to train and eat according to your menstrual cycle?

    Think around 70% fat, 20% protein, 10% carbohydrates. From a diet point of view, double the intake of protein and carbohydrates. Try 40% fat, 40% protein, 20% carbohydrates from your meals in a day . Try to eat 70% healthy fat, 20% protein, 10% carbohydrates in your meals during the day. Consume 40% fat, 40% protein and 20% carbohydrates during your meals.

  • Making Healthier Food Choices Daily

    Legumes Regularly Legumes, such as beans, peas, lentils, and chickpeas , are excellent plant-based protein Stick to unflavoured yoghurt, cottage cheese, or curd cheese for a clean source of protein, and flavour Selecting Fish, Poultry, and Meat Mindfully For animal protein, prioritise fresh fish, poultry (such Eat Eggs Regularly Eggs provide high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. A balanced diet rich in whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats can

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