As we have seen inulin has been added to yogurts, breads and cereal bars as the form of chicory root extract. Fiber has been classified as soluble and insoluble. Psyllium, oat bran, barley bran contain mainly soluble fiber which have health claims to decrease the risk of heart disease. Wheat bran and flax seed […]
According to a study, some people may have gastrointestinal problems after coming too much INULIN, a plant fiber that is often used in processed foods to increase fiber content. Most of the study’s subjects experienced only minor problems such as gas, bloating, and stomach cramps and rumbling. But the authors say some people can’t […]
I thought I would write another month on containers as what we put in our bodies is very important but the containers and how it is utilized is also very important too. Did you know that “microwave safe” plastic can leach chemicals into your food? It is so important that we change to these […]
Plastics seem to be everywhere these days as they are cost effective and convenient. After watching an episode recently on CNN on cookware and plastics with Sanjay Gupta, M.D. I have researched my cookware and plastic situation more closely. The thing certainly is to reduce our plastics. Look for natural alternatives such as solid […]
In a study of April 2010, scientists found that when a group of subjects were given an identical serving of ice cream on different occasions, they released more hormones that made them feel full when they ate it in 30 minutes instead of 5. The scientists took blood samples and measured insulin and gut […]
This question is asked to me at least weekly by a client when I recommend this grain. I explain to people that bulgur is what is in the delicious Middle Eastern dish tabouli. Bulgur is a type of cracked wheat kernel that has been precooked and dried. The grain is light and tan in […]
Many of us that are not afraid of complex carbohydrates, and have become educated on the importance of having them in our diet, tend to eat the same one’s over and over. I thought I would enlighten you with all of the high fiber types of whole grain types of complex carbohydrates that contain […]
Many of you do not know how to pronounced (KEENWAH). This super grain is derived from the Incas and happens to be a staple in the South American Diet. This is the only grain that contains all nine essential amino acids which makes it a complete protein. It is also gluten free so those […]
Does exercise increase our appetite significantly that post-workout binge eating quickly replaces the burned off calories? Not necessarily, as a study finds that exercise can make people hungry, but meals after a trip to the gym are more satisfying which leads to eating less. Overweight and obese participants exercised for 12 weeks in a […]
Did you know that ½ tsp. of ground cinnamon has as many antioxidants as ½ cup of raspberries? Or ½ tsp. of oregano leaves has as many antioxidants as 3 cups of fresh spinach? Studies show that antioxidants provide a range of benefits including supporting our immune system. They also play a role in reducing […]