Category: Foods
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“Mayer Stool Test” preparation Diet
The Mayer stool test detects the presence of hemoglobin in the stool, and is essentially used to investigate bleeding. Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract can be caused by medications as well as pathological processes. Bleeding in the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract results in the creation of black stools, while bleeding from the lower…
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Pomegranate
Pomegranate is a highly nutritious fruit. It is high in antioxidants and polyphenols, which help fight oxidative stress that can cause diseases in the body. It is also a strong alkaline fruit that helps stabilize the body’s pH and maintain the smooth functioning of the body. Pomegranate and pomegranate juice, if consumed in moderation, may…
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4 Symptoms of a Nutrient Deficiency
A deficiency in the body of micronutrients (i.e. vitamins, minerals and trace elements) is not always as noticeable as a deficiency in macronutrients (i.e. proteins, carbohydrates, fat and water). Usually, a period of time has passed since the body has been deficient in micronutrients before we realize it with certain symptoms that appear. Macronutrients and…
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Alcohol in Sports
Alcoholic is any liquid that contains alcohol. We usually call this the drink that contains ethyl alcohol (liquor). The daily recommended dose of alcohol is one “serving” drink per day for adult women and two “servings” drinks per day for adult men, one “serving” drink for men and women over 65 years of age. A…
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Plant Based “Milks”(?)
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided that liquid products that come from plant sources and have a texture similar to milk can use the word “milk” on their labels. Soy, almond, coconut, pea, peanut, sesame “milk” are such plant products/beverages. Of course, just because the FDA said so does not mean that these…
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Potatoes – A Wonderful Carbohydrate
Potatoes are one of the best-known carbohydrates. They contain mainly starch as a carbohydrate but also fiber. Starch is an important source of energy for the human body, as it is converted into glucose which is then used as fuel for the various functions of the body. Fiber is mainly found in its skin. The…
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The Glycerol in Slushies = Real Dangerous for Young Children
The UK Food Standards Agency recommends that children under seven should not drink slushies due to the glycerol they contain. Children aged 8 to 11 should also only have one glass of slushie (granita). Glycerol is a well-known food additive with the code number E422. It is used as a key ingredient in the production…
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Watermelon
Watermelon is one of the best summer fruits as it is notably refreshing. Watermelon contains mainly water, 92%. Its content per 100 grams is only 0.6 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat and 7.6 grams of carbohydrates, of which 0.5 grams are fibers, meaning it contains only 34 calories per 100 grams. It is…
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GMO Foods
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and genetically modified microorganisms (GMMs) are organisms whose genetic material (DNA) has been modified in a way that does not occur naturally. Selected genes are transferred from one organism to another, even between unrelated species. This technology is also called “modern biotechnology” or “genetic technology” or “recombinant DNA technology” or “genetic…
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Beets – a very nutritious vegetable
Beets is a bulbous vegetable and contains many nutrients such as vitamins A, C, B6, folic acid, potassium, sodium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, a good amount of protein 1.6 grams per 100 grams, 9.6 grams of carbohydrates of which 2.6 are fiber. They contain about 50 calories per 100 grams. Benefits of beets Beets has…
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