This picture compares the sugar contents of different drinks. The best and healthiest drink among all drinks is water. If you like to have some taste, why not add a tiny slice of lemon or other fruits to that? How about this refreshing drink? It’s so easy-to-prepare and you only need fresh fruits, […]
Walnut raisin rice is an easy-to-prepare, delicious and healthy food that you can have it alone or you can put it as a side dish with other healthy foods. If you’re vegetarian, you can try it with yogurt or salad. If you’re not, you can combine it with kebabs (grilled meat) or you can have
[Last updated: November 8th 2012] Because of high fiber content, raisins are good aid in digestion. Also they’re abundant in minerals which are essential for bone health. More importantly, raisins are good source of antioxidants which fight against free radicals and help us to live younger and longer. Now a new body of research shows
The Best Salad Dressings for Nutrient Absorption “If you want to utilize more from your fruits and vegetables, you have to pair them correctly with fat-based dressings,” said Mario Ferruzzi, from Perdue University. “If you have a salad with a fat-free dressing, there is a reduction in calories, but you lose some of the benefits
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This image shows the sugar content of different foods. Although it doesn’t differentiate the type of sugar (i.e. refined vs. natural), it is useful to have a general picture on the sugar contents of these foods. You should note that even some fruits have moderate sugar content, but this sugar is less harmful than the
More than 1/3 of Americans are obese, and obesity is the leading preventable cause of death worldwide. Part of the problem is diet, but also a huge part of the problem in America is serving sizes. The designers of this infographic did some comparative research on serving sizes around the world. For example: The average
Dear Friends, Today, we have so many different things thrown at us that are supposed to make us healthier, help us lose weight, give us more energy, prevent diseases, relieve stress, ease pain……….the list goes on and on. But often times, the things that work the best are not the newest fad to hit the
Last Updated 10/28/12 If you are finding it difficult to get enough water in, or craving the flavors of soda, these ideas may help. Fresh fruit adds flavor, vitamins, and even some filling fiber to your water intake. Try different combinations and see what works for you! Be sure to share your favorites with us
Ginseng enhances libido -sex drive or desire for sexual activity- and sexual performance. These effects of ginseng are due to the direct effects of ginseng or its ginsenoside components on the central nervous system and gonadal tissues.
Parfait is a delicious and healthy dessert. In fact, it’s not anything more than fruits, yogurt and granola and you can easily make some amazing ones at home. For even healthier recipe, try low-fat and probiotic yogurts, if you have. and here are some amazing photos of parfaits:
[Last Updated: April 7th 2013] Green tea smoothie is a great, healthy, delicious refreshment for hot days. It’s simple and takes couple of minutes to prepare. Enjoy! In fact there are a ton of different green tea smoothies that you can make at home. Here is another examples of green tea smoothies with
Antioxidants are fighting against free radicals in our body. Free radicals are believed to be responsible for aging and many different diseases. Check out the extensive health benefits of these fruits and veggies.
Which fruits are better to be stored in a fridge and which items are better kept in the room temperature? That’s a question I always had, until I found this useful chart.
I have a strong belief in the power of nutrition, so when my Dr. first told me I have an autoimmune disease I started researching food, nurses are the best, and worst, patients. We try to fix ourselves first, adjust our own medications, and do our own research. One of the first things I was
[Last Update: 25 October 2012] Detoxification simply means cleaning your body. In this diagram you can find simple ways to detox your body. The only issue we have with this detox program is MEAT! It’s better to have less amount of meat when you’re in detox and eat plenty of fiber, veggies and fruits. Also
Whenever I wanted to pick a watermelon in the market, I wish I could have the “art” of picking the perfect watermelon. And voila! This is the poster we needed the most in our summer shoppings!
Some foods are better to be consumed everyday; On the other hand, some foods are better to be eliminated from our tables. Check out this poster to learn more about what to eat and when to eat:
Last updated 10/19/12 This is an amazing poster that shows benefits of different herbs for improved health. Also, great ideas to pair them with other foods to increase their effect. Most of these herbs have been used for centuries in ancient medicines and proven to be effective.
