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Diets Vs Individual Foods: Does It Really Matter Which?

07/08/2019 R.C. Liley Leave a comment

Typically, we see diets as structured approaches to living a healthier lifestyle. We have set parameters which we cannot go beyond but everything else inside is fair game. In case our diet demands no use of butter for recipes, we have to use olive oil, if we can’t eat chocolate we eat honey to satisfy our sugar cravings, if we can’t eat meat we eat other proteins like nuts and cheese. Diets are really just balancing acts that become a part of our lifestyle. But should we really be forced to lock out certain foods from our diet? Maybe we demonize foods which are completely fine on their own but don’t fit the desired ‘group’ of foods we can’t eat. A diet versus food battle then ensues.

Fats are unhealthy?

If you are on a low fat diet, you’ll be wary of many things. Fried foods are out of the question, so is fatty meat, cheese and milk also take a tumble down the hill. These are the main fats that we have in our normal day of eating, but since your diet doesn’t allow you to have fats they have to be cut out. However, not all fats are the same. There are various fats that your body does need. A low fat diet just means you can’t have as much fat as you normally would. So fats from pecan nuts, Greek yogurt and soft cheese are foods that can be consumed. Pecans and Greek yogurt have fats that are easily broken down by the body, meaning they’re not as complex. Unlike hard cheese, soft cheese is again easily broken down and made into ready-to-use energy by the body. Not all fats should be demonized, even while on a low fat diet.

Body versus diet

Diets are just structures, they aren’t set in stone. Regardless of what the diet you’re following demands, you have to listen to what your body is saying first. There could be certain foods that you cannot eat, that don’t sit well with you and maybe even cause you harm. Look at food sensitivity testing, and this everlywell.com review. It’s a kit which you can use to see what foods are making you ill, sapping your energy or possibly not having much effect on your diet. If a vegan diet demands you eat more plants, but your body is sapped of the vital vitamin B12, then you have to stop the diet. You need foods that have a high level of B12 in them to regain strength, such as beef.

Type of food

If you’re on a low carb diet such as the ketogenic diet, then you need to limit the amount of wheat, grains and high fiber foods you eat. However, some carbs are better than others. For example, bread is going to have a higher density mass of carbs. But those carbs are not as complex as rice or pasta. So foods like bread and potatoes are the better choice for your carb intake as they have less of an impact on your body and health.

Sometimes we get too bogged down in what a dietary book tells us. We have to think for ourselves as well, so don’t lock out certain food which can be useful to your goal.

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Keto Diet 101 for Vegans Food You Can Eat

03/22/2019 R.C. Liley Leave a comment

There is something powerful about low carb diet, and many people take it on every month. You might think that every food that is allowed in the ketogenic diet is meat, but there are plenty of vegan alternatives.

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are certainly a better option than processed grains or white rice. While they are not free from carbs, they have much less than rice or pasta. If you use them to make yourself a keto snack or a dessert, you will be able to mix them with coconut flour and oil to get the right texture for your cake or biscuit. If you would like to make savory snacks, you might want to add nut and seed butter, instead.

Tomato Sauce

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If you are adding tomato sauce to your keto meals, it is important that you check the packaging and opt for one that has no added sugar. Even if it is fully natural, fruit sugar will add up your carbs, so you will need to be careful how much tomato sauce you are using. It might be a good idea to make your own sauce with natural passata and seasoning, so you know exactly what is going into your condiments.

Salad Dressing

If you consume a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables and experiment regularly with creating a new recipe, you might find that salad dressing is a creative and delicious ways to enjoy Beta Hydroxybutyrate. You will, however, need to limit your consumption, so you can make the most out of your diet. If you are taking away certain foods from your body, it might start craving the flavor, and that is why you will need to learn the art of seasoning instead of reaching for the jar in the cupboard.

Pumpkin Seeds

Seeds are supposed to be good for you, and pumpkin seeds are loaded with Magnesium and Zinc, hard to come by of you are on a vegan diet. It is also full of good fat and protein, so you will get the Omega 2 and antioxidants into your diet. If you are using ground pumpkin seeds to make your own keto bread, you might want to add other ingredients that will improve the texture and taste of your bread..

Nuts

Any type of nut will be good for you and contain Omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants. You should, however, enjoy them in moderation. You will not only get the good bits, but also quite a few calories. If you are using almond milk, ground nuts for cakes and bread, you have to work out exactly how much you will need to make the most out of your cooking. There is not much of a difference between different types of nuts, but you should always go for the unsalted, roasted, and unseasoned version.

Berries

You can eat any type of berries in moderation, and they are both vegan and keto. You will be able to replace your high carb snacks with these, but be careful with the sugar, as the carb content can add up. Always consume fruit in its most natural form, instead of going for preserves and jam, unless you prepared them yourself. Some people can only consume berries with moderation, especially if they have hay fever. If you notice that you are getting an allergic reaction or a rash after eating berries, you might want to opt for a safer option, such as apples and pears. Eat loads of cranberry and blackcurrant to add iron to your vegan diet.

Almond Yoghurt

Traditional yogurt is supposed to have loads of protein and healthy bacteria. Not many people know that you can actually make yogurt out of vegan ingredients. You can use cashew nuts, almond milk, or coconut milk, depending on what taste you prefer. A coconut yogurt will be much sweeter than another variety, while If you choose a low fat one with fruit in, you might end up consuming more. You should stick to the full fat a cultured soy yogurt will have a plainer taste. Use these alternatives if you would like to make the most out of your meat free keto diet and still get the nutrients and protein you need.

Staying within the guidelines of your keto diet can be challenging. If you would like to significantly reduce your carbohydrate intake, you might want to create a list of your favorite food and choose the makes and types that have the most essential nutrients.

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The Importance of a Healthy Diet on Children’s Development

12/15/2017 R.C. Liley Leave a comment

As parents we all want to take care of our children. We want them to grow, to develop and to learn, and the best way to do this is to nurture them. One of the most important things that you can do for your children is to ensure that they eat a healthy diet.

But why is this? What importance does a healthy diet have on children’s development?

It ensures that they grow as they should

Children grow. Not only do they grow at a rather impressive rate up to the age of one, but they also have spurts of growth throughout the lives too. One of the most important things that a child can do is to eat properly, as a good diet is going to give them the nutrients and energy that they need to enable them to grow. It is also key that they have plenty of calcium in their diet as this will ensure that their bones grow healthily and set them up for their adult life.

It helps their brain to develop

Not only does a child’s body grows, but their brain does too. A poor diet can have an impact on how their brain develops and this can lead to a lower IQ and even learning disorders as they grow. It is also thought that some attention and focus problems that are common in children can be caused by their diet. This is because the children do not have the right energy, and nutrients that they need to keep their brain functioning and alert.

It reduces the risk of obesity

Whilst you may know that obesity is an issue for older people, what you might not realise is that it is also a problem for children too. Not only does diet affect development, but a poor diet can lead to obesity, and this is happening in as many as one in three children. This can lead to a child developing chronic conditions later on in life, which could have an impact on their lifelong health.

It helps them to make healthy choices

The choices that children make when it comes to their diet comes from their parents. So, it makes sense that in order to ensure that they eat well throughout their lives, you need to encourage this from an early age. You can teach your child to make healthy choices, not only in their food, but also in their activity too, and this is something that will stay with them. Not only helping them to develop as a child. But also to lead them into being a healthy and happy adult too!