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Benefits of Soluble and Insoluble Fiber

Insoluble Fiber
  • Eating enough insoluble fiber and soluble fibers is important for overall digestive health because they work together to prevent problems and to keep things moving smoothly
  • Insoluble fiber foods, such as whole wheat bread and the skin of apples, should be consumed regularly to prevent colon cancer and constipation
  • Soluble fiber foods, such as oat bran and carrots, can even help lower your LDL cholesterol levels
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Healthy Menu13 Apr 2009Comments (1)

Does Eating Organic Food Increase Life Expectancy?

Benefits of Organic Foods

  • Four main differences set apart organic food production from more conventional techniques.
  • Introducing more organic foods to the diet might help increase life expectancy but probably won’t help those who need the increase the most because they can’t afford to spend the extra money to buy organic produce.

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Healthy Menu5 Jan 2009Comments (2)

Foods that Contain Healthy Carbohydrates

Healthy Carbohydrates

  • When you cut out the carbs, you also cut out an important energy source, as well as one of the important macronutrients your body needs to function.
  • The basic rule if you are trying to maintain your current weight is to consume 250 grams of healthy carbohydrates every day.

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Healthy Menu17 Dec 2008Comments (0)

Health Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables

Health Benefits of Apples

  • People who eat at least eight servings of fruits and vegetables a day had a 30% less chance of having a heart attack or a stroke.They also help control blood pressure and digestive problems.
  • Fruits and vegetables don’t just stop health problems; they can also be useful in ensuring you receive all of the vitamins and nutrients your body needs to work properly and efficiently.

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Healthy Menu3 Dec 2008Comments (1)

Healthy Kids Food: What to Feed Your Kid Other Than Macaroni and Cheese?

Low Fat Macaroni and Cheese

  • The good news is that there are plenty of ways to help our children eat healthier foods.
  • Keep the portions small and use low-fat or soy-substitute cheeses to reduce the fat content.

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Healthy Menu17 Nov 2008Comments (1)

High Fiber Diet Menu: Needed or Not?

High Fiber Diet Menu

  • The American Dietetic Association recommends that you eat between 20 and 35 grams of fiber each day.
  • Because fiber is rich in essential micronutrients, a diet that is high in fiber will help keep you fit and healthy.

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Healthy Menu23 Oct 2008Comments (1)

Nutrient Dense Foods

Nutrient Dense

  • Foods which are nutrient dense are the healthiest foods for you. These foods are also considered foods that can help you lose weight and keep it off.
  • Good examples of these foods include certain beneficial oils and fats like flax seed oil and olive oil, spices and herbs which are full of natural compounds, and seeds like sunflower and pumpkin.
  • Eating a wide variety of nutrient dense foods will ensure that your body gets all the nutrients needed, with very little fat and far fewer calories.

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Healthy Menu6 Oct 2008Comments (0)

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