Brussel Sprouts Nutrition
I have always thought that brussel sprouts resemble miniature cabbages. True enough, these nutritious veggies offer the same – if not more – than the nutrient content of cabbages.
One cup of boiled brussel sprouts contains vitamins A, B2, C, K and E. It is also rich in dietary fibers and contains folate, potassium, magnesium, protein, phosphorus and calcium.
Olive Oil Is A Must-Have In Every Kitchen
If there is one staple item that every kitchen must have, it should be olive oil. Whether you are preparing a simple salad or cooking up a complicated dish, olive oil can be used. Aside from providing a great amount of flavor to your food, olive oil is also a healthier alternative to regular cooking oil.
Health Benefits To Go Nuts Over
Some of the most popular varieties of nuts are not just good to munch on. They are also packed with unsaturated fats which are good for the body, as well as essential vitamins and minerals.
Salmon: Good For The Body, Good For The Heart
Essentially, white meat is healthier than red meat but both are equally important in your diet. Fish, in particular, should be the main ingredient in your daily home menus since it is a good source of protein. Salmon, herring and mackerel all come from the same group of fish that thrive in cold water, and they are a great source of essential fatty acids.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
If you are still cooking using the traditional cooking oil, then you may not have heard yet about the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil. Aside from the fact that olive oil lends a wonderful flavor to your favorite pasta, salad or meat dish – it also is one of the healthiest oils available in the market today.
Ginger, Both A Culinary And A Health Delight
Some of us may only be familiar with ginger in the form of the refreshingly familiar drink ginger ale. But did you know that ginger is a major spice used in Asian dishes, and can also be incorporated in cookies, biscuits, cakes and other desserts?
Pears, Gift From The Gods
Pears are often referred to as ‘food for the gods’. The taste of pears is a mixture of a buttery, crunchy and sweet sensation which almost melts like sand in your mouth.
Drink Up On Cranberry Juice And Quench Your Thirst The Healthy Way
If you are fond of drinking sodas, soft drinks or any other sugar-based drinks, you may want to change your choice in beverage to a healthier one. Real fruit juices are a lot more beneficial to your health than artificially-sweetened ones. Take cranberry juice, for example. This refreshing drink is rich in vitamin C so you will have an extra layer of protection against the common cold when you go out.
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Fat-Fighting Foods Series: Beans
For those of you who missed the start of our fat-fighting foods series, this is the second post for my list of foods which help you do that exactly: fight fat.
A Whole Lotta Peanuts
Peanuts are always a hit in bars, baseball games, parties, as regular snacks and in peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They are not actually a member of the nuts family – instead, they are considered as tasty legumes.