Category: Foods
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PROTEIN FOODS and the amount of protein, carbs and lipids in them
Amounts of protein, carbs and lipids contained in the most well-known protein foods of animal and plant origin. Ηigh protein foods without carbohydrates 1 medium egg : 6.3 grams of protein, 5 grams of lipids, 0.4 grams carbohydrates (71.8 calories) lean meat cooked without oil (content per 100 grams) pork : 27.3 grams of protein,…
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Water and human body
Water is the most important component in our body. Our body can survive several days without food, months or even years without certain vitamins and minerals, but only a few days without water, while our energy is reduced if we go without water for even a few hours. The total content of the human body,…
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3 categories of foods with vitamin K for the effectiveness of anticoagulant drugs
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for modifying proteins required for blood clotting, supports the maintenance of normal bone condition and reduces the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures. Patients with serious heart problems such as heart failure, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, who have suffered a myocardial infarction or stroke or…
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5 important benefits of cocoa for the body
Cocoa is the dried and fully fermented seed that we get from the cocoa tree. Cocoa contains substances such as flavanols, procyanidins and other flavonoids, theobromine and a small amount of caffeine. These substances have 5 important benefits for the body. 1. Improving cognitive function Consuming at least 5 cups of cocoa per week can…
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7 fresh fruits with high amounts of carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are important for a proper diet and this is why our total daily calories should contain 45 – 55% carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are classified into simple, complex and fiber. Simple carbohydrates are divided into simple natural carbohydrates and added sugars (refined sugar and its products). Fruit is a simple natural carbohydrate. The consumption of fruit…
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10 Types of Foods That Can Trigger Migraines
Migraines are a clinically recognized condition that affects 8-20% of the population. Factors associated with migraines include hereditary monoamine oxidase (MAO) deficiency, stress, unbalanced diet, skipping meals, crash diets, hormonal changes (which is why women suffer more), changes in sleep habits or lack of sleep, jet lag, and certain medications. Approximately 15% of migraine…
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6 Types of Foods That Cause Inflammation
Inflammation is our body’s defense mechanism against incoming external threats such as stress, bacterial or viral infection, and toxic chemicals. When the immune system detects one of these threats, it activates substances that protect cells and tissues. This inflammatory response is beneficial because it aims to fight and destroy these substances by the body.…
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10 Vegetables with Less Than 30 Calories Per 100 Grams
It is well known that vegetables are among the foods with the fewest calories. The 10 vegetables below are those with the fewest calories, less than 30 calories per 100 grams, mainly from proteins and carbohydrates, with traces of fat, which is why it is not mentioned. Lettuce 17 calories (1.4 grams from protein…
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5 Plant Foods That Contain Fat
In addition to nuts that are known to contain fat, there are also some fruits and vegetables that contain fat. They are the following: Coconut 33 grams fat / 100 grams Chia seeds 27 – 31 grams fat / 100 grams (2 tbsp – 24 grams chia seeds contain 6.5 – 7.5 grams fat) Avocado…
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6 categories of foods that disrupt sleep
If our evening meal is 3-4 hours before bedtime, which foods should we avoid so as not to disrupt the quality of our sleep? 1. High-fat animal protein foods High-fat meats and very fatty cheeses, due to the increased fats they contain, will delay their digestion and absorption by the body, resulting in worse sleep…
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