Food & Drinks

Fruits are a part of a healthy diet. Most fruits are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Unfortunately, some fruits contain more carbohydrates than others do. And with so many varieties of fruits, it’s hard to know which ones to avoid. In today’s post, we are listing down fruits with the lowest carbohydrate content: Apricots Apricot is a …

Dentists can give you the pearly whites you’ve always wanted, but it’s going to cost you an arm and a leg. And while you may be tempted to use whitening strips, do you really want a product that isn’t regulated by FDA inside your mouth? We thought so. The good news is that there are much safer, cheaper, and tastier …

Most people can’t start the day without drinking coffee first thing in the morning. Coffee is a beloved drink that contains caffeine, a stimulant that promotes mental alertness. Just like nicotine, caffeine is highly addictive. That’s why some people cannot imagine going through the entire day without getting their fix. Unfortunately, coffee also contains acids that cause gastrointestinal disorders. And …

Superfoods are a special class of foods that yield concentrated nutrients. Adding these ingredients to your smoothie will boost the drink’s nutritional value. Contrary to popular belief, not all superfoods are expensive. In fact, there are superfoods that are affordable and in season all year long. In today’s post, we are listing down the most affordable superfoods to add to …

Mung bean sprouts are staples in Asian and South American cuisine. They are common ingredients in low-calorie, high protein dishes, particularly stir-fry and soups. Bean sprouts come from germinated mung beans. But unlike mung beans, mung bean sprouts are more nutritious. A cup of bean sprouts contains 6.2 grams of carbohydrates, 1.9 grams of fiber and 3.2 grams of high-quality …

You read that right, beer does have health benefits. As long as you drink this popular alcoholic beverage in reasonable amounts, you will reap the following benefits: Packed with Fiber That’s right, beer is one of the few drinks that contain fiber. Beer is derived from fermented malted barley and wheat. These are whole grains packed with fiber. The end …

Grapefruit is a sub-tropical citrus tree cultivated for its sweet, tangy fruit. The fruit is characterized for its yellow-orange rind and deep pink flesh. As the quintessential diet food, grapefruit is packed with fiber, antioxidants and vitamin C. Because it’s highly nutritious, it’s no surprise that grapefruit is used to prevent certain conditions. In today’s post, we are listing down …

While juicing is an excellent way to obtain fruit and vegetable-based nutrients, there is a darker side to this seemingly healthy trend. When done correctly, juicing is an excellent way to keep the body healthy. But it can also inhibit the body from maximizing the health benefits of whole veggies and fruits. In today’s post, we are setting the record …

“Eat healthy,” doctors always say. As health practitioners and nutrition experts, they advise people to eat [insert nutritious food here] so that they become healthier. Doctors also recommend foods that can help people prevent disease, achieve normal weight, and manage any existing health condition. But have you ever wondered which foods doctors don’t eat? Here are 9 foods your doctor …

Ever wonder what cooking preparations to observe to optimize the nutritional content of vegetables? Contrary to popular belief, eating vegetables raw isn’t the best for the health. That’s because some nutrients are activated only when heated. While some vegetables are best eaten raw, it’s the opposite in other veggies. Vegetables -raw or cooked – are a part of a balanced, …