Tag: Nuts

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.

While it's important that you watch your carb intake, there are "healthy" carbs that can actually fuel fat-burning. Foods like whole grains (oatmeal, quinoa, and whole wheat pasta), legumes, pulses, and nuts are rich in fiber, a carbohydrate that helps you stay full and prevents overeating. Other foods that can help you burn fat are lean chicken, dark chocolate, and extra virgin olive oil.

White sugar is nutrient-less and packed with calories, it does not benefit your body in any way. In fact, it has been associated with...

When you start your day, it is very important for you to feel fresh, energized, and keep any irritation in the body away. To...

Regular hair straightening is both, inconvenient and damaging to hair. Instead, wrap sections of your hair around your head to get rid of waves in hair. Alternatively, use rollers on damp hair or set your hair in a bun and let it dry naturally for a straight look. You could also blow-dry sections of your hair on the cold setting or tie them with hair bands. Hair masks with banana and coconut might also help.

Cacao, the raw source of cocoa powder and chocolate, is a bitter food that provides a multitude of benefits. This coffee bean-like cacao, which tastes like a 99% slab of dark chocolate, improves your health, reduces the risk of certain diseases, and simply improves your mood. Experiment with the taste by using the powder/nibs in milk, smoothies, or any dessert of your choice.

Have you ever wondered how the shape of a produce can benefit a body part that looks similar to it? If they have still gone...

Proteins should make up 10–35% of your daily calorie requirement. If you aren't meeting this criterion, your dietitian is likely to ask you to increase your intake of dietary protein. Chicken breasts and ground beef are great options for those who eat meat and work out extensively. Not a meat eater? No problem. Eating different kinds of beans will satisfy your protein needs.

The combination of monounsaturated fatty acids and potassium in avocados is helpful in lowering blood pressure and alleviating stress, while blueberries and dark chocolate are rich in oxidative stress-reducing antioxidants. Turkey contains tryptophan, an essential amino acid that triggers serotonin release, a hormone that is important for regulating sleep and mood. Cashews on the other hand, are loaded with zinc, a mineral that helps our body combat stress.

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In Ayurveda, bhringraj or “false daisy” is used as a medicinal herb. The oil is used as a traditional remedy for hair loss and may be more effective than minoxidil, the commercial hair growth chemical. Simply warm up the oil and massage it into the scalp. For more benefits, add peppermint oil to encourage blood flow and coconut milk for hydration. Bhringraj will even control stress and skin inflammation, two factors that worsen hair loss.

One cannot deny that eating healthy provides a resolution to a variety of health problems. Among the many health benefits of a nutritious diet,...

A few lifestyle changes can help strengthen and nourish your heart. Increase your fiber intake to lower the risk of coronary heart disease. Meditate regularly and join a dance class to lower high blood pressure and plaque buildup in arteries triggered by stress. Eat nuts for sterols, stanols, and omega 3 fatty acids, which lower cholesterol and the risk of heart disorders. Sip on green tea to prevent hypertension. Eat tomatoes to lower cholesterol levels.

For something crunchy, try Parmesan-chive popcorn or roast chickpeas in curry powder. If you want something sweet, make whole grain waffles or muffins using quinoa. These meals are low in calorie and sugar. If you are looking for savory, eat guacamole with black bean tortilla chips. For a quick pick-me-up, whip up a smoothie using almond butter and blueberries.

Most people usually don’t think much about the source of their food or how it is prepared. This makes you choose the wrong kinds of foods or be misinformed about the foods, both of which affect your health. You may not know why you crave sweets, or how olive oil is adulterated. Knowing your foods better helps you make better food choices and stay healthy.