Menstrual cycle is accompanied by painful cramps that not only make us lethargic and affect our daily routine, but influence our mood as well. Sometimes, the pain is so intense the body becomes sore and one might feel nauseous and bloated. However, we can ease the pain by having certain […]
Nutrition
Tiny sprouts provide big nutrition
(Nataliya Kushnir/iStock via Getty Images) Move over baby carrots and petite peas. Even tinier vegetables are catching on as go-to healthy foods. Microscale vegetables, a growing food category that includes sprouted seeds, are miniature in size yet big in nutrition. Eating sprouts well before they become full-blown plants can crank […]
Chicken vaccination shows benefits for nutrition, growth in Kenyan children
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Vaccinating household chicken flocks can increase availability and consumption of eggs and meat, leading to better growth of young children in agriculture-dependent families in rural Kenya. A two-part study found that vaccination for Newcastle disease, the most common cause of mortality in village chickens, resulted in […]
Soy milk: nutrition facts and health benefits
One of the first plant-based milk alternatives on the market, soy milk helped millions of people to avoid dairy products back when veganism was in its infancy, and lactose intolerance was less understood. Now that there are so many more milk alternatives available, you may wonder how soy milk nutrition […]
Are Wheat Thins Healthy? Nutrition, Benefits, and Downsides
Wheat Thins are a popular brand of crispy wheat crackers. They’re popular as whole wheat, low calorie snacks that may help support weight loss. However, they provide few nutrients and contain relatively high amounts of sugar and salt. This article tells you whether Wheat Thins are healthy, including their nutrition […]
Panko Breadcrumbs: Nutrition, Benefits, and Uses
Panko is an increasingly popular ingredient in the West, as this versatile type of breadcrumb adds a satisfying crispiness to numerous dishes. Originally from Japan, panko gives a lighter, crispier texture to foods than the heavier, crunchier traditional Western breadcrumb. In Japanese cuisine, panko has long been used as a […]
Coconut milk: nutrition facts and health benefits
Due to its distinctive flavor and creamy texture, coconut milk can add a nice twist to coffees, protein shakes and desserts. Although it’s nowhere near as popular as other plant-based milk alternatives in the US, it retains a loyal fan base.But how nutritious is this drink? And can it bring […]
Nutrition, Uses, Benefits, and Downsides
Wasabi peas are known for their crisp texture and spicy taste. They are a popular snack in Japan and around the world. Wasabi peas are dried and roasted green peas covered in a mixture of oil, salt, sugar, and wasabi, a thick paste with an intense flavor. However, despite its […]
Oat milk: nutrition facts and health benefits
If you’re considering switching from dairy to plant-based milk, you may be wondering how oat milk compares in terms of nutrition. There are many reasons why you may consider the switch – lactose intolerance, environmental concerns, animal welfare and simple curiosity, to name just a few. For many, picking the […]
Zach Wilson seeing benefits of Jets nutrition plan: ‘He’s thick’
Most people give up cookies and cake when they are trying to lose weight. Zach Wilson has been passing on the sweets in order to gain weight. The Jets’ quarterback said his focus this offseason has been on nutrition as well as strength training. He wanted to add weight and […]