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Human Nutrition – Phytonutrients, Carbohydrate, fat and protein
Phytonutrients The importance of antioxidants is highlighted in the California pyramid, with the baseline here occupied by foodstuffs, notably fruits and vegetables, which are rich in these and other ‘phytonutrients’ (i.e. plant-derived nutrients). People living on plant-rich diets generally ...
Poached Eggs and Hash
1 1/2 lbs unpeeled potatoes, diced into 1/4″ cubes 8 oz turkey sausage meat 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp red onion, minced 1/2 bell pepper, diced 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1 Tbsp parsley, minced 1/4 cup Asiago cheese 2 Tbsp white vinegar 4 eggs Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with cold water. ...
The Ketogenic Diet: Factors influencing fuel utilization
There are several factors which affect the mix of fuels used by the body. The primary factor is the amount of each nutrient (protein, carbohydrate, fat and alcohol) being consumed and this impacts on the other three factors.
Meatloaf Sliders
6 oz extra lean ground beef (95%) 1 egg white, lightly beaten 3 Tbsp ketchup 3 Tbsp finely chopped onion 1 Tbsp whole-wheat bread crumbs 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp minced flat-leaf parsley 1 tsp minced thyme dash of garlic powder 8 slider-size whole-wheat buns Preheat oven to 350°F. Line...
Faux-Fried Chicken
1 lb chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips 3 Tbsp Dijon Mustard 2 1/2 cups cornflakes 2 tsp minced fresh sage 1 tsp minced fresh thyme BBQ or honey-mustard sauce (optional) 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with nons...
Pot Roast
4 lbs chuck roast, tied 1/4 cup flour 2 Tbsp canola oil 2 onions, peeled and quartered 4 large carrots, slit lengthwise and cut into 1 1/2″ pieces 2 large leeks, sliced 2 cups sliced white button mushrooms 2 whole peeled garlic cloves 1 cup red wine 1 qt fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth 2 Tbsp ...
Grilled Salmon with Red Wine Butter
An elegant, heart healthy meal that's quick and easy to make.
Negative Calorie Diet: Digestion Process
The digestion process is the most important part of the Negative Calorie Diet. Dont disrupt it! It literally takes hours and hours for proper digestion to take place. Let it progress freely and in its own time.
Ergogenic Aids
Ergogenic aids are dietary supplements intended to enhance athletic performance. Athletes often look for a “magic bullet” that can give them an advantage over their opponents.
“I shouldn’t have had that Third Martini” – Diet
After a big night out, you may feel more like praying to the porcelain god then eating, but the right food can pep you up and sideline those sangria-induced symptoms. Gay Riley, R.D., founder of NetNutritionist.com, suggests starting the day with a high-protein, low-carb breakfast paired with fre...
