Why do we eat green leafy vegetables (GLV)? In some countries, green leafy vegetables are prepared into salads and other delicacies that do not require so much heat while in some countries, these green leafy vegetables are prepared into soups and other forms. Do we… Read More »Green Leafy Vegetables- Very Essential
Fruits are colourful and natural food that nature provides. We eat fruits for their satiety value and their health benefits. Fruits provide nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium ,dietary fibre and other important vitamins which are helpful for health and maintenance of the body.… Read More »How much fruits?
Introduction While you make smoothie, salad, or juice from fruits, there are lots of leftover fruit scraps, majorly the peel which should not go in the trash. Processing these peels to different forms is a novel step in their sustainable utilization. Fruit peels are rich… Read More »Brewing tea from fruit peels
Yoghurt is a dairy product made by bacterial fermentation of milk. Yoghurt can be made from all types of milk including plant-based milk. Research has shown that plain yogurt (whether it is Greek or not) is considered as the best yoghurt. This is because it… Read More »Yoghurt: Tips and Health Benefits
Water is life. Around 60 percent of the body is made up of water and as a general rule of thumb, a person cannot survive without water for about 3 days. A person who eats water-rich foods such as juices, fruits or vegetables may not… Read More »Water: Facts and Tips
Understanding nutrition labels helps in making healthier food choices. Calories come from carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Some nutrients, like fiber, calcium, and vitamin C, are beneficial, while excess sodium, added sugars, and saturated fats should be limited. Checking %Daily Value on labels ensures balanced intake for a well-rounded diet
Before shopping for processed and packaged foods, follow these tips: Eat before shopping to avoid impulse buys, read nutrition labels and ingredient lists, compare serving sizes and % daily values, opt for high-fiber bread, choose low-fat products, drink water instead of sugary beverages, and select non-pasteurized yogurt for better nutrition
Green tea is touted to be one of the healthiest beverages on the planet. It’s loaded with antioxidants that have many health benefits, which may include: improved brain function fat loss protecting against cancer lowering the risk of heart disease There may be even more… Read More »Benefits of green tea
Eggs are one of the few foods that should be classified as “superfoods.” They are loaded with nutrients, some of which are rare in the modern diet. Here are 10 health benefits of eggs that have been confirmed in human studies. 1. Incredibly Nutritious Eggs… Read More »Boiled eggs and toast