Tag: Grains

Corn contains antioxidants that keep eyes healthy by preventing cataract and age-related macular degeneration. It contains complex carbohydrates that provide energy without causing blood sugar spikes. The magnesium and copper in corn prevent heart disorders.

Contrary to popular belief, white rice isn’t all empty calories and carbs! It is a good source of nutrients like selenium, manganese, copper, vitamin B6, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium. It even has some protein. But it may not fare better than brown rice nutritionally. Don’t overdo your intake, switch it up with other whole grains as much as you can, and you’ll be fine!

Whole wheat pasta and whole grain spelt pasta are rich in fiber and protein content as unlike their refined carbs-counterparts, they retain their essential nutrients. Gluten-free quinoa pasta is high in protein and minerals, and stabilizes one's sugar, insulin, and triglyceride levels. Sprouted-grained pastas are excellent for people with obesity and diabetes, while brown rice pasta is ideal for those with gluten allergies and irritable bowel syndrome.

Sorghum is rich in essential nutrients like magnesium, iron, thiamine, niacin, and vitamin B6. It is also a good source of fiber and antioxidants. This gluten-free grain can help control blood pressure and blood sugar. It may even help tackle obesity and prevent cancer.

Barley grass is rich in amino acids, chlorophyll, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. It helps control blood sugar and fight constipation. It also eases symptoms of fibromyalgia, strengthens your immune system, and even helps fight depression and cancer. Barley grass may also be a great ally to manage your weight.

Millets add flavor and nutrition to your diet and work as a versatile alternative to staples like rice and wheat. They are gluten-free, have a low glycemic index, and are a good source of antioxidants. Millets can help reduce the risk of diabetes, prevent heart disease, promote weight loss, and fight aging. They may also have a role to play in the prevention and treatment of several cancers.

Holidays equate to delicious food, reckless eating, and of course, the inevitable weight gain. Even if you've been strictly following your diet, the holiday...

Red yeast rice is an effective and well-tolerated alternative remedy for high cholesterol, especially for people who cannot tolerate statins. It can decrease your LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol without adversely impacting good HDL cholesterol levels in your body. But since the FDA deems monacolin K, the active ingredient in it, a pharmaceutical drug, red yeast rice sold in the US is mostly devoid of such potent cholesterol-lowering effect.

Popularly known as the "sunshine vitamin", vitamin D has multiple essential functions. Its deficiency is a global problem, affecting over a billion people worldwide. The deficiency...

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Be it a face scrub, face mask or moisturizer, using natural ingredients on the skin is much better than products made of chemicals you can buy in the market. There are plenty of natural remedies that will help your skin woes. Not to mention the fact that they are easy to make and inexpensive.

Who doesn't like to have a clean, soft, and glowing skin! True that the beauty industry is full of skincare treatments, but the fact that...

Almond flour is a great gluten-free choice. It's a good option for diabetics because of its low glycemic index. Coconut flour has lower calories than almond flour and it's high in fiber. If you want something almost identical to white flour in terms of texture, cassava flour is a good choice. Thought not very common, tigernut flour and chestnut flour are also super healthy Paleo flours.

Vitamins and minerals are extremely important for your body as they take part in the various physiological processes that take place in your body...

Many health foods available in the stores are junk foods in disguise. For example, granola, protein bars, flavored yogurt, and fruit juices may sound healthy but have insane amounts of sugar. Vegetable burgers made from soy protein usually contain the toxic chemical hexane. To find the perfect healthy food, read up on healthy and unhealthy ingredients and take a look at the label before purchasing a product.