Hunger haunts you and you don’t know how to tame it? Are you afraid that you won’t stand it, you will burn up your pantry supplies and your diet will be no more? We come to the rescue! Our tips will help you reduce your appetite, so you could easily […]
Evening hunger pangs are known to most people who have ever been on a slimming diet. If we do not feel hungry all day and eat little, while in the evening we catch up with the whole day of eating, after some time we may have problems with extra weight. […]
What you eat not only translates into how you feel – but also how you look like. And this applies not only to your figure but also to your complexion. To make it look young and radiant, you don’t have to use expensive creams or expensive treatments. All you need […]
Corn oil is widely considered an oil with numerous health properties. Meanwhile, the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids in corn oil is very unfavourable. Excessive amount of omega-6 in the diet intensifies inflammatory processes and increases the risk of many diseases. Check the properties of the corn oil. […]
Brussels sprouts resemble a small cabbage, but despite its miniature size, it matches its larger cousin in terms of nutritional properties and values. Brussels sprouts, which were formed from the intersection of kale and cabbage, have, among others anti-cancer fertility improving properties. Check what health effects Brussels sprouts have! Brussels […]
Starch is a plant substance that belongs to the group of carbohydrates. Naturally occurring starch is a nutrient that provides complex carbohydrates in the diet. After proper processing, it is widely used in the industry. Check what properties starch has and what products it is present in. Starch – propertiesStarch […]
Protein-fat breakfasts are gaining more and more attention and are replacing the classic breakfast rich in carbohydrates. They are indicated especially for people who have problems with carbohydrate metabolism, blood sugar levels, after a meal they feel drowsy or have a problem with the fat loss despite using a diet […]
Roman lettuce is a kind of lettuce known for its being the main ingredient of Caesar salad. It is easily available, you can buy it in supermarkets, grocery stores and local markets. Romaine lettuce not only gives meals a unique taste but is also rich in nutrients. Check the properties […]
Camembert cheese comes from France and is one of the most famous French cheeses in the world. It is valued for its elastic consistency and intense taste and aroma. In addition to taste, camembert cheese has many health benefits. Where Camembert cheese came from?Benefits of CamembertShould you eat camembert?How to […]
Jams are known and liked by many of us. The assortment of jams is unusually wide – we have single-fruit ones, multi-fruit ones, low or high in added sugar content. Choosing good quality jam is really difficult. Check how many calories jam have and other interesting things about it! How […]
Some individuals or families find that sometimes they have to stay home for a prolonged period of time. At times like this, if other people are in the same situation it is easy to panic shop and hoard products in the house, just in case the supermarkets are not able […]
What are carbohydrates? Why not remove carbohydrates from your daily diet? Specialists in the field of healthy nutrition agree – carbohydrates are the main source of energy, especially for our brain, so it is very important that our diet, including slimming one, provides them in the right amount to our […]
Bread is a food product baked from a dough consisting of flour, water and salt. The dough is then loosened using a biological method using the products of yeast or sourdough metabolism. Wheat, gluten-free or maybe whole wheat bread? Find out which type of bread suits you the best and […]
Hypothyroidism causes metabolic disorders and this is why diet is so important in the treatment process. To improve metabolism you should mainly increase iodine consumption. How should a hypothyroidism diet be composed? Diet in hypothyroidismHypothyroidism diet and iodineHypothyroidism diet – banned productsHypothyroidism diet at its basis Diet in hypothyroidism The […]
Millet flakes have many properties, they do not contain gluten, they provide valuable B group vitamins and minerals and are a good source of energy. They can be used to make nutritious breakfast or eaten between the main meals as the addition to light desserts. Millet flakes are most often […]
When your cholesterol level is out of the norm, the first thing you should do is change your diet. Often, the results improve after just 3 months of using the anti-cholesterol diet. What to eat to lower your cholesterol? Why is cholesterol dangerous? An anticholesterol diet is a powerful weapon […]
How to include products which lower the blood sugar level in your daily diet? We will show it today! This way you will regulate your glucose level and avoid diabetes. Why we need a good blood sugar level?Vegetables effectively reduce blood sugar levelsPeople with elevated sugar levels should eat cerealSpices […]
Did you know that some fruits have slimming properties that stimulate the body to burn fat and help to improve digestion? Fruits supporting slimming include for example grapefruit, pineapple and papaya. Fruits in healthy diet Fig opuntia – suppresses hunger Grapefruit – stimulates fat burning Papaya – helps remove toxins […]
For some, potatoes are considered worthless and fattening. In fact, potatoes contain few calories, but a lot of vitamins (especially vitamin C and beta-carotene), minerals, fibre and protein. You just need to know how to prepare them so that they don’t lose their nutritional value. Potatoes and dietPotatoes full of […]
The MIND diet is a diet that aims to improve brain and nervous system function. It shows promising results in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease, which affects many elderly people. The MIND diet not only affects the mind but also has health-promoting effects in other areas. It is also easy […]
Milk has very high nutritional value – it contains crucial vitamins and mineral elements that are responsible for the proper functioning of the body. However, despite this, its properties arouse much controversy around it. Let’s check if the milk is healthy! What is milk?Basic milk compositionWhat is lactose?Lactose Intolerance – […]
The omega diet consists of consuming healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which are found among others in fish, some oils, green vegetables and poultry. Omega-3 fats protect our heart and reduce the risk of cancer, but unbalanced consumption of healthy fats can cause obesity and cardiovascular disease. Check out what a […]
Mango is an exotic fruit whose properties and nutritional values were already appreciated 4,000 years ago in India. It arrived in Europe in the 16th century, but only recently have scientists carried out numerous studies showing that mango can prevent the development of some cancers, as well as lower blood […]
Gingerbreads are cookies with a characteristic spicy taste and smell. Gingerbreads are the most popular during the Christmas season – holiday, spicy gingerbreads are often hung on Christmas trees. Check how many calories gingerbread have and how to make them in the diet version. Gingerbreads originGingerbreads – wheat, butter cinnamon […]
Bananas are fruits that contain many minerals and numerous vitamins. Bananas are primarily a treasury of potassium, which is why people struggling with hypertension should reach for them. Bananas will also help children with ulcers and diarrhoea. However, banana peel is a proven way for warts, mosquito bites and teeth […]
Shovelling in a bowl of oatmeal every morning can be a healthy choice, but even with the range of extras, you can add to your bowl, after a while your taste buds crave a change – and perhaps more texture. All grains offer a unique taste, texture, and nutrition profile.QuinoaBrown […]
It’s not difficult to over eat and drink at Christmas and the new year period. We are faced with temptation everywhere from tubs of discounted chocolates in the supermarket, mince pies, Christmas cakes and puddings, to an array of alcohol which tends to lend itself to Christmas such as spiced […]
As I was writing my previous blog on herbs and spices I quickly realised that there is so much to say about them that I needed to create a Part 1 and now a Part 2. There are of course many different herbs and spices and they are all great […]
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition, caused by a reaction to gluten, a protein found in grains such as barley, wheat and rye. The answer for treatment might seem simple but treating coeliac disease is much more than just steering clear of gluten. Coeliac disease suffers face a number of […]
As Brits we are getting better at trying new foods and developing our palates’ to taste various herbs and spices. Most of us enjoy a curry or maybe some Chinese or Thai food, but it could be argued that in general we don’t choose to eat food that is overtly […]
The ketogenic diet is included in high-fat and low-carbohydrate diets. If you want to feel extremely light and feel great, turn off carbohydrates from your daily menu and replace them with fat. This method is used, among others in the treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy in children. What’s ketogenic diet?Ketogenic (ketogenic) […]
I’m writing from experience. Not from following the low FODMAP diet for myself, but doing it for my 16-year-old daughter. This means I am living and breathing it and cooking or preparing FODMAP friendly meals. This has been a challenge. As a nutritionist it goes against everything I believe in […]
Anyone interested in their diet, health and wellbeing may have heard a lot about the Mediterranean diet. Anyone who has experienced some health issues for example high blood pressure, stroke or stroke risk and diabetes, and have received dietary advice may also have heard about the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean […]
IIFYM is becoming a very famous abbreviation, but what does it mean and why is it so popular? Read all about this specific way of eating in today’s blog! IIFYM in nutshell IIFYM stands for ‘If It Fits Your Macros’ and simply said it’s a principle in which you do […]
I often hear and see people ‘running’ to their protein shake the moment they finish their workout. ‘I need to get immediately protein inside me before the anabolic window closes!’ is what they often say. And others try to eat every 3 hours to ‘keep the metabolism working’. But is […]
Everybody is talking about celery juice. It is dominating our social media. Instagram influencers and wellness gurus have been recommending celery juice amid claims of it being an all-healing elixir that will change our lives for the better. So let’s take a look at this stringy-vegetable which is having its […]
How to eat mushrooms so that they are not hard to digest? First of all, you need to know which dishes can be combined with them and which will additionally burden the digestive system. The form in which mushrooms are consumed is also important (sauces, soups, marinades, fried mushrooms, cooked […]
Advice for coffee lovers who start the day with a coffee. Take your time – it’s best to reach for a coffee between 9.30 and 11.30. The optimal time is 10.30. The optimal time for drinking morning coffee is 10.30. At this time, because the level of cortisol – a […]
PFC or perfluorinated organic compounds are substances often used in the production of paper food packaging, including French fries in fast food. PFCs have the ability to penetrate food products and accumulate in the human body. They can be very dangerous to health. PFC or perfluorinated organic compounds are substances […]
White cheese (cottage cheese) can be tastiest when it is medium-pressed and smooth in cross-section. Too soft contains too much whey. Clumped, mealy or porous white cheese indicates that the curd has overheated. Fresh cottage cheese should have a slightly sour taste, and flavour cheese – a clear taste and […]
Steam cooking is the healthiest way to prepare food. During traditional cooking, some valuable nutrients pass into the water we pour out. Steaming allows you to keep maximum amount of vitamins and minerals. Steam cooking – what is it actually?Steam cooking – what can you cook with steam?Steam cooking – […]
Orange juice has numerous properties and nutritional values. According to the Institute of Food and Nutrition, a glass of 100% fruit juice (200 ml) can replace one of the daily portions of fruit. Check what properties orange juice has and how to choose the good ones in the store. How […]
Bran is the seed husk remaining after grinding cereal grains. Bran is the most valuable part of the grain that has many properties and nutritional values. Bran should be especially appreciated by people with diabetes and high blood cholesterol. They should also be included in the diet of overweight and […]
Everyone wants to be strong. Not being intimidated by physical tasks that would terrify a mere mortal, knowing you could defend yourself or loved ones if necessary, being seen as a superhero by adoring children. Here are my key steps to follow to get stronger. I don’t claim these to […]
Most of you already know that diet represents 80% of success in achieving a perfect figure. You’ll be able to lift all of the weights you need and train till you pass out but without having an appropriate diet plan the effort will likely be wasted. Should you desire to […]
Cherries are fruits whose nutritional and medicinal properties have long been used in traditional folk medicine, including in alleviating bladder disease. However, cherry cousins are valued primarily for their beneficial effects on the heart. It has also recently been discovered that cherries are a great remedy for insomnia. Check what […]
Every day we should drink two, and in the summer even three liters of water. Only which one? Mineral, spring, or maybe healing? There is a growing selection of drinking waters on the market, but can you use this abundance? Here is a practical guide to water types. Let’s start […]
oor diet and lifestyle choices effect men and women in very similar ways. For example, if we smoke our risk of developing lung disease or different types of cancers is related to amount and duration of cigarettes smoked, not on our gender. If we are overweight or obese, our risk […]
Omega-3 fatty acids have recently been a very popular dietary supplement. Their presence in our diet is necessary to enjoy good health. Among the preparations on the market, many have different amounts of declared values of individual fatty acids, we decided to publish the results of research on our new […]
What is a ‘good’ fat? What is a ‘bad’ fat? You would be forgiven for being confused. We are constantly bombarded with advice and guidance on what type of fat we should or shouldn’t be eating, even whether we should be eating fat at all! This article will try to […]
