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Vegetables are of course healthy and while the majority are in the clear for people with diabetes, there are a few that are quite high in GI or glycemic index. This is why it’s important that you know …
First off, phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in our body – most of which are actually found in our bones and teeth. It’s also naturally present in many foods which can easily add up if …
If you love and enjoy the flavor of smoked foods like meat, chicken, or fish, then you might very well love smoked vegetables, too! It’s actually a quite versatile dish, you can simply grab some of …
When you hear histamine, you’re probably thinking allergy. Right? Well, histamine intolerance is not exactly an allergy per se, although it sometimes leads to allergy-like symptoms. This is why people …
You may instantly think of sauerkraut (fermented cabbage) whenever you hear fermented vegetables. But the fact is you can basically ferment just any veggies – some of course are considered the best …
First off, oxalate is a natural substance in many foods. So more likely than not, most of the foods that we eat have oxalate. Our body naturally rids of it via urine. But if there is too much waste …
Sauteing is a cooking method that is largely favored because it’s quick and it does cause food to develop more flavor and aromas. This dry-heat cooking method means that food is cook in a pan over …
Okay, you don’t necessarily have to follow a rigid low purine diet unless you’ve been told by your doctor to do so. But it’ll surely work to your advantage if you know the low purine foods that you …
Of course, we’d like to make the most of whatever vegetables are in season! Not only are they at their best quality but they’re also a lot cheaper. And in as much as we want to eat veggies every meal, …
You may be wondering why low acid foods? Well first, highly acidic foods can cause heartburn in some people. And while some of us experience that every now and then, there are those who suffer from …
If you’re looking to lose weight, maintain a healthy weight, or with type 2 diabetes then you may want to look into the LCHF diet (Low Carb High Fat diet) and restrict your eating habits with high fat …
Perhaps there is no exact best way to cook vegetables (I mean to each their own, right? Some people even focus on raw vegetables instead) but at the forefront, steaming seems to be a favorite among …
While a diet low in carbs does help in weight loss and improving one’s health, recklessly cutting back on carbs may mean you might miss on fiber as well. Fiber is a plant-based carbohydrate that has a …
What is even better than having a wide selection of vegetables (whether it’s from the farmer’s market or from the grocery store), is being able to enjoy them whenever. And this is possible by simply …
So, what’s up with spiralizing vegetables? Well, apparently a lot. Who would have thought that what would seem like some fun kitchen experiment would actually prove to be a valuable idea to help us …
Our eating habits say a lot about our overall health, right? For instance, you may not look overly obese and yet you have high cholesterol levels, if you’re on fast food diet 6 days a week then that’s …
Another great way to enjoy your vegetables is via pickling! Yes, pickled-anything, right? Have you noticed how adding pickled vegetables just makes certain food extra bitty special? Say pickled dill …
A low-fat diet that focuses of course on low fat foods is beneficial for people who are aiming to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. Eventually, a healthy weight will help reduce any risk of …
Grilling is no doubt a healthy way of cooking your vegetables! It also enhances the veggies’ flavors and makes them look even more appetizing to eat. Grilling is actually a great way to entice …
For a balanced diet, we need about three cups of vegetables every day. And that can seem a lot if you’re not exactly into vegetables. Well, then problem solved because you can simply juice them! Yes, …
Our body needs cholesterol to function and naturally, our body produces that. However, we also take in cholesterol from the food we eat – and that is oftentimes where the problem starts. If you don’t …
First off, why dehydrate vegetables or foods in general? Because dehydrating food reduces its moisture content to between 5-20%, at which range the bacterium that is causing food decay can’t survive. …
If you have IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a chronic and functional disorder characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits, then you should really get to know low FODMAP foods. …
Roasting is a dry-heat method of cooking, whether in an oven or over an open fire. It’s a great way to cook veggies healthily and frankly, more delicious even! I mean the very thought of roasted …
