Posts Tagged ‘Nutrients’
Thrive Right Now: Gluten Disorders | Mercola
July 23rd, 2009 | 
Author: A study using frozen blood samples taken from Air Force recruits 50 years ago has found that intolerance of wheat gluten , a debilitating digestive condition, is four times more common today than it was in the 1950’s. … ” Gluten ” comes from the Greek word for glue, and its adhesive properties hold bread and cake together. But those same properties interfere with the breakdown and absorption of nutrients, including the nutrients from other foods in the same meal. …
Simple Carbs Versus Complex Carbs
We have all seen the ads for no carb and low-carb foods and diets, but kids and adults need carbohydrates Most foods contain carbohydrates, which the body breaks down into simple sugars, which is the major source of energy for the body. However not all carbohydrates are created equal, there are 2 major types of carbs, simple and complex. Simple carbs are the bad carbs and should be avoided. Complex carbs are actually goo for you and your body needs them.
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Your Vegetarian Diet - How To Make It Diverse And Exciting
Variety is not only good for vegetarians because the same old food can become boring but it is also necessary. Making sure that your vegetarian diet is varied is the best way to ensure that your get enough of the right nutrients.
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Fat Free Products Can Make You Fat
If you trying to lose weight beware of certain “fat-free” or “low-fat” products. Even though they are low in fat it doesn’t necessarily mean that they are low in calories. And, if they contain flour, they can cause you to gain weight.
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How To Find Out If Your Diet Is Healthy Enough
Everyone wants to eat a healthier diet, but it can sometimes be difficult to know if your diet is healthy enough.
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