Tag: sardines
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Top 5 Health Benefits of Sardines

Sardines are small, oily fish that belong to the same family as herring and anchovy. They can be purchased fresh, frozen or canned. Sardines are an excellent addition to a balanced diet, as they are low in saturated fat and calories, but high in protein. They also contain a variety of vitamins and minerals. The…
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Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 (also known as cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in the metabolism of every cell in the human body, especially in the formation of red blood cells, the functioning of the nervous system, and the synthesis of DNA. Vitamin B12 is found ONLY in foods of animal origin and its absorption depends on…
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Vitamins and Minerals for Women of Reproductive Age

Adult women of reproductive age, that is, women from the end of puberty to menopause, in addition to the needs they have as adults, also have specific nutritional needs due to menstruation and other factors. These specific nutritional needs in vitamins and minerals are the following: Calcium and vitamin D Calcium and vitamin D are…
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Omega-3 in Children’s Nutrition

Omega-3 fatty acids provide significant health benefits for our body. They are very important for the proper functioning of our eyes, as well as for parts of the brain related to memory, learning, concentration and logical sequence. In insufficient intake of these essential fatty acids for the body, there will be reduced function in these…