Food Choices

Healthier food choices not only benefit people, but they can also have a positive impact on the environment. We share articles highlighting issues in the current food environment as well as articles about promising alternatives.

Mealworms Could Add “Meat-Like” Flavor To Meals – Is This The Future Of Food?

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The future of food may be taking a surprising twist, thanks to an unlikely source – mealworms. These unassuming insects are now emerging as a potential solution to address the growing demand for sustainable protein sources while offering a unique culinary experience. Their ability to provide a “meat-like” flavor and a rich source of nutrients … Read more

Couple Builds Greenhouse Around Home To Grow Food And Keep Warm

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Redefining Sustainable Living: Family Builds Home Within a Greenhouse to Stay Warm Most houses use heating units to stay warm through the winter. However, this home is built within a greenhouse, creating a bubble of summer in Stockholm, Sweden. The residents of this environmentally-friendly abode are Marie Granmar, Charles Sacilotto, and their young son. The … Read more

Homemade Detox Drink Recipes

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Breakfast Ideas for Strong Bones and Osteoporosis Prevention Osteoporosis is a major concern, the older you get. It causes your bones to become more brittle, increasing the likelihood of broken bones. You probably already know that vitamin D and calcium are the best nutrients for strengthening your bones. Getting more of these nutrients will help prevent osteoporosis and other bone related problems. While you could take a multi-vitamin, the healthier solution is to eat meals filled with nutrients. As it turns out, some of the foods containing the highest levels of calcium, vitamin D, and other vital nutrients are essential breakfast foods. Orange juice, cereal, milk, and yogurt are all great sources of healthy nutrients. If you prefer to keep your breakfast light, or already have a set morning meal, salmon and various cheese are also good options for getting vitamin D and calcium. Nutrient Rich Breakfast Ideas Take a look at each of these breakfast options and try to choose one for each day of the week. Also notice the included calcium content of each meal, when picking out your breakfast: • 1 cup of calcium-rich cereal (500 milligrams of calcium) • 8 ounces of soy milk (80 to 500 milligrams) • 1 cup of milk (300 milligrams) • 1 cup of yogurt (300 to 400 milligrams) • 8 ounces of orange juice (200 to 340 milligrams) Various cheeses, and even eggs, have vitamin D and calcium; though, in smaller amounts than the items listed above. Consider having a cheesy omelet or scrambled eggs served with a glass of milk or orange juice. That alone would likely add up to at least 500 milligrams of calcium. Searching for Your Own Calcium Rich Foods The foods listed may not include your preferred breakfast choices. When searching for your own calcium rich foods, pay attention to the food labels. Food labels often list calcium and other nutrients as a percentage of the daily recommended value. The standard recommended amount of calcium that an adult should consume each day is 1000 milligrams. So, if a food label states that the product as 25% of your daily recommended value of calcium per serving, it would have 250 mg of calcium. Add another decimal point to the end of the percentage, and you have your total per serving in milligrams. Additional Tips for Stronger Bones Along with a healthy breakfast, there are a few other tips you should follow for stronger bones. If you have already been diagnosed with osteoporosis, then you should consume 500 milligrams of calcium, three times a day. Make sure that each of your three meals is full of calcium to reverse the effects of osteoporosis. Strength training is another method that you can use for building bone strength. Regular exercise helps increase your flexibility, build muscle, and promotes stronger bone growth. The bottom line is that the key to strong bones is calcium and vitamin D. Get it any way you can, but preferably with your morning meal. Start basing your breakfasts around healthy foods that contain your essential nutrients, such as cereal, milk, and yogurt. Ward away osteoporosis and promote strong, healthy bones. References: http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/living-with-osteoporosis-7/diet-nutrition

The latest health trend these days lies in drinking homemade detox drinks to help shed the extra pounds and to detoxify the body from unnatural impurities. Because homemade detox drinks are all natural, organic and easy to use, people are flocking to them as a way to lose weight, detox the body and to get … Read more

10 Healthy Food Swaps That Actually Taste Great

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Breakfast Ideas for Strong Bones and Osteoporosis Prevention Osteoporosis is a major concern, the older you get. It causes your bones to become more brittle, increasing the likelihood of broken bones. You probably already know that vitamin D and calcium are the best nutrients for strengthening your bones. Getting more of these nutrients will help prevent osteoporosis and other bone related problems. While you could take a multi-vitamin, the healthier solution is to eat meals filled with nutrients. As it turns out, some of the foods containing the highest levels of calcium, vitamin D, and other vital nutrients are essential breakfast foods. Orange juice, cereal, milk, and yogurt are all great sources of healthy nutrients. If you prefer to keep your breakfast light, or already have a set morning meal, salmon and various cheese are also good options for getting vitamin D and calcium. Nutrient Rich Breakfast Ideas Take a look at each of these breakfast options and try to choose one for each day of the week. Also notice the included calcium content of each meal, when picking out your breakfast: • 1 cup of calcium-rich cereal (500 milligrams of calcium) • 8 ounces of soy milk (80 to 500 milligrams) • 1 cup of milk (300 milligrams) • 1 cup of yogurt (300 to 400 milligrams) • 8 ounces of orange juice (200 to 340 milligrams) Various cheeses, and even eggs, have vitamin D and calcium; though, in smaller amounts than the items listed above. Consider having a cheesy omelet or scrambled eggs served with a glass of milk or orange juice. That alone would likely add up to at least 500 milligrams of calcium. Searching for Your Own Calcium Rich Foods The foods listed may not include your preferred breakfast choices. When searching for your own calcium rich foods, pay attention to the food labels. Food labels often list calcium and other nutrients as a percentage of the daily recommended value. The standard recommended amount of calcium that an adult should consume each day is 1000 milligrams. So, if a food label states that the product as 25% of your daily recommended value of calcium per serving, it would have 250 mg of calcium. Add another decimal point to the end of the percentage, and you have your total per serving in milligrams. Additional Tips for Stronger Bones Along with a healthy breakfast, there are a few other tips you should follow for stronger bones. If you have already been diagnosed with osteoporosis, then you should consume 500 milligrams of calcium, three times a day. Make sure that each of your three meals is full of calcium to reverse the effects of osteoporosis. Strength training is another method that you can use for building bone strength. Regular exercise helps increase your flexibility, build muscle, and promotes stronger bone growth. The bottom line is that the key to strong bones is calcium and vitamin D. Get it any way you can, but preferably with your morning meal. Start basing your breakfasts around healthy foods that contain your essential nutrients, such as cereal, milk, and yogurt. Ward away osteoporosis and promote strong, healthy bones. References: http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/living-with-osteoporosis-7/diet-nutrition

Everyone knows that eating healthier foods helps you lose weight and have better overall health. So why doesn’t knowing translate into doing for two-thirds of the people in America? Eating healthy can be hard, especially with the grocery shelves of today containing such a large offering of lab-concocted, delightful-tasting treats. Science has proven that the … Read more

Signs You’re Eating Too Many Carbs

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Everyone knows a balanced diet is a key to good health, but knowing is often different than doing. It’s easy to say “I’m going to eat healthier”, but how does one go about finding a healthy and doable balance when it comes to eating well? The main dietary challenge that most people face today in … Read more

Eating Curry Three Times a Week Can Increase Your Lifespan

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Curry is rapidly gaining recognition as a rising international superfood. Research studies have highlighted the remarkable health advantages associated with curry, including its potential to boost metabolism, alleviate arthritis discomfort, and contribute to the fight against heart disease. A recent study has brought to light the potential of curried foods in extending one’s lifespan. An … Read more

10 Delicious Lamb Chop Recipes

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Lamb meat is not as popular as it likely should be among meat lovers. Organic, grass-fed lamb meat boasts heart-healthy omega-3 fats, a hefty amount of protein and potassium to boot. Lamb is a deliciously tender meat, falling somewhere in between a ribeye steak and a salmon steak in terms of tenderness, and the flavor … Read more

Food for Pain Relief

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Back pain is possibly one of the worst types of pain you can experience. It affects how you use the rest of your body, makes it difficult to get the physical movement and activity you need, and can often lead to pain in your legs or other extremities.  However, there are quite a few side … Read more

Protein and muscle tone

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Aging often brings various changes, but not all of them are as desirable as the wisdom acquired through a long life. One of the unwelcome aspects of aging is the associated decline in muscle strength and mass, which can lead to an increased risk of injuries and fractures. Preventing muscle and bone issues in elderly … Read more