Article Archive for November 2008

List of Fiber Foods – Foods Rich In Fiber
List of Fiber Foods – Foods Rich In Fiber
[ Author: Fara | 24 Nov 2008 | One Comment | 129 views ]

Fiber deficiency can cause many health hazards such as constipation, bowel and rectal cancer, cardiovascular disease alongside increasing the risk of heart diseases and diabetes. So it’s important to at least know which food is the best to give you enough fiber to ensure your healthy eating and lifestyle.
For adults the following daily doses are [...]

Importance of carbohydrate: Carbohydrate groups and functions
Importance of carbohydrate: Carbohydrate groups and functions
[ Author: Fara | 9 Nov 2008 | No Comment | 141 views ]

We often heard of bad carbohydrates and good carbohydrates. So what’s the real deal about it? It is best that we consider taking some time off learning a little more about carbohydrates than simply knowing it as an energy supplier.
Nevertheless, carbohydrate is still famous and essential source of energy for human beings. On a considerable [...]

Dietary Fiber functions and food sources
Dietary Fiber functions and food sources
[ Author: Fara | 4 Nov 2008 | No Comment | 80 views ]

In a simplistic way of speaking, fiber is similar to thread-like component that consists of cellulose and gums found in all kinds of fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and grains. There is no fiber at all in any animal produces. Another attribute of fiber is that it exists inherently in plants and is intact at all [...]

Healthy Food Pyramid Diagrams
Healthy Food Pyramid Diagrams
[ Author: Fara | 4 Nov 2008 | No Comment | 1,801 views ]

Here is the collection of printable healthy food pyramids I found around the net. Interesting because it were made to suit regions, ethnics, types of food and eating styles. Just click the image to view the larger resolution and I also put a referral link if you are interested to read detail about the diagram.

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List of Carbohydrate Foods – Foods Rich In Carbohydrate
List of Carbohydrate Foods – Foods Rich In Carbohydrate
[ Author: Fara | 3 Nov 2008 | No Comment | 76 views ]

Carbohydrates are useful in filling you up, and by choosing the right type of carbohydrate; you will take a longer time before hunger strikes you again. For example, you can always have wholegrain toast and unprocessed cereals like porridge or muesli to help you feel full for longer, alert and productive throughout the day. This [...]