NUTRITION IN HEALTH

           A new dawn comes with opportunities to explore nature via food. This smoothie can cheer up your mood on any day. Rich in antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties for immune boost and fiber to ease digestion promoting great gut health. Ingredients ( serving: 1; 2.5 servings of carbs ; 1.5 servings of protein ; 1.5 servings fat ) 1 C pineapple (diced) 6 strawberries Fresh Ginger 1 C soy-milk (You can use another milk) 1 tbsp flax seed 1 tbsp chia seed Method of preparation Place all ingredients in a blender and liquefy to a smooth drink. Serve chilled or serve immediately. Pair it with 1 slice of bread and omelet for breakfast. Did you try this? would have changed anything from it? Please leave your comments and share this with a friend.....

                         Making smoothies as breakfast is the best way to get in all nutrients into a cup without loading on added sugars and trans-fat. However, moderation is key in the amount of fruit and fat to use. You can read my post on smoothie here  https://www.nutrientdoctor.com/2018/02/pineapple-sunshine.html                         This recipe is simple, guiltless and will have you making more for future consumption. Ingredients ( serving: 1; supplies  1.5 servings of carbs, 2 servings of fat, 0.5 serving of protein) 1/2 ripe Banana 1/2 cup pineapple (diced) 1/4 cup blackerries 1 cup almond milk (you can use soymilk or cow's milk as well) 1 tbsp flax seed 1 tbsp chia seed Fresh ginger (cube size) 1/2 tsp stevia (optional) Procedure Place all ingredients in a blender and liquefy to a smooth fluid. Serve chilled or consum...

             Lactose intolerance is a common problem among Africans. A reason for this prevalence could be attributed to insufficient/ irregular consumption of milk at childhood due to cost of purchase. As we grow, nutrients from foods are better tolerated on the familiarity of our bodies with those foods especially from childhood. That is why we hear of intolerances in some situations. Sesame seeds: Good Calcium source!! Calcium is the most abundant major mineral in the body because of the its many roles. These roles include bone growth, cell signaling, muscle contraction and gene regulation. Therefore, improper intake of calcium from our diet puts us at risk for osteomalacia, osteoporosis, and weakness/tiredness/fragility. Research has shown its best to build one's bone between childhood to the age of 30yrs. It is vital to have good sources of calcium in their diet. I previously had a post on calcium supple...

Pineapple is a tropical fruit rich in flavor and nutrients. Pineapple is not just an ordinary fruit and that is why is stays on the table of one of my favorites. A 100g cut pineapple (See serving size Photo) supplies: Energy: 52 calories, Dietary fiber: 1.40g, Carbohydrate: 13.7 g, protein: 0.54 g, Magnesium: 12 mg, Calcium: 16 mg, Potassium: 150 mg, Phosphorus: 11 mg, Vitamin A: 130 I.U, Vitamin C: 24 mg. One important feature of pineapple is its richness in BROMELAIN. Bromelain is a natural sulfhydryl compound that contains proteolytic (protein) enzymes which aids digestion. Hint: When you consume legumes like beans or over-eat proteinious foods like meat, take a glass of fresh pineapple juice or eat some fresh pineapple cuts. In an hour you will feel better and lighter with a flat belly ( it works for me and everyone that has tried it, especially the elderly!!! ). Benefits Of Pineapple. 1 Serving Size!!! It's richness in phosphorus speeds up metabolis...

                 OATS ( Aveena sativa ) is the one of the easiest to grab breakfast for healthy living. One of the conflicting question is should oats be soaked overnight or not?  Oats are very abundant in Zinc and Iron (Fe) BUT guess what????? Those nutrients are not accessible to the body for use.  WHY?? (lol, if you are wandering), The reason is the presence of PHYTIC ACID or PHYTATE . Phytic acid/ phytate is the storage form of phosphorus but is an anti-nutrient/ antagonist for the absorption of zinc and Iron in the body.  For you to appreciate this, lets quickly look at the roles of Zinc and Iron in the body. Zinc play the major of building the body immunity and combating upper respiratory tract infections. Iron on the other hand increase oxygen flow in the body through the blood and play major roles in chemical reactions that provide energy for the body To reduce the phytate in oats and maximi...