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Carbohydrates
the theme this week is carbohydrates to complete the previous articles of protein, fat, vitamins and so on. Carbohydrates are mainly found in the kingdom vegetal.Están building walls of the cells in our body, forming heaps and nutrition are essential for metabolism. The main carbohydrates in the diet are sugars, starches and fiber.
There are many diets that avoid carbohydrates because they say they are fattening. But it does not simply know how to avoid it and how to choose between different foods. Most of the carbohydrates in the diet is converted into glucose in the body needed to power the células.La formation of glycogen in the liver acts as a reserve food to keep blood glucose levels constante.Con small amount carbohydrates in the diet, the body can make glucose from amino acids, lactic acid and glycerol.
Carbohydrates “fast” and “slow”
Carbohydrates in food are absorbed at different rates depending on how the alimentos.Se are accustomed to speak of “fast” and “slow” alimentos.Se joins in a standardized way how quickly blood sugar levels in the blood are affected after eating a alimento.Los results are usually expressed in terms of glycemic index (GI). (See also my article in the Glycemic Index)
Examples of foods that provide a rapid impact on not only the blood sugar-rich foods (beverages, jams and jellies), but also for example white bread. The most elaborate is a food, the faster (ie mash that is first cooked and then mashed potatoes compared to raw). Pasta, rice, vegetables and bread with a high percentage of whole grains are examples of foods that provide a slow and gentle rise in blood sugar.
Most energy intake (55-60%) should come from carbohydrates, mostly in the form of bread, cereals, potatoes, fruits and verduras.Para those who consume 2000 kg of calories (kcal) per day for between 250 and 300 grams of carbohydrates carbono.De these, not more than 50 grams should come from added sugars.
Natural Antacid
As you all knows, at this time we must do not like quique in typical Christmas lunch and dinner. As a result of these intakes, our stomachs are working harder than usual. This makes us feel heavy, discomfort and an acidity of horse. Well, not having to rely on antacids pharmacy, and thus take better care of our digestive system, I propose some simple guidelines that will help you avoid the heartburn this holiday as expected.
To start, you have a good selection of foods that help neutralize the acidity or at least that subsides. Should be included in the rest of the weekly meals soft rice dishes, cooked carrots and cooked or baked apples, which by its simple and smooth digestion contribute to neutralize the acidity as it desinflama before irritated the gastrointestinal mucosa. For breakfast or snacks, mid-morning or mid-afternoon, you can include rolled oats, rich in mucilage, a type of fiber with emollient effect.
These foods are added a few simple guidelines:
* Distribute food in five or more meals a day to reduce the volume of food intake and do not let more than three hours without eating or drinking something, improve stomach upset.
* Eat slowly and chew each bite enough.
* Leave at least two hours after eating dinner or bedtime.
* Eating foods that just need fat juicy or prolonged cooking.
* Reduce consumption of fatty foods and avoid highly salted, smoked or pickled.
* Limit high-fat sauces made with eggs, excess oil, cream or cheese, mayonnaise, carbonara or Dutch.
* Avoid foods that stimulate gastric acid secretion such as coffee or acidic (tomato sauce, acidic fruits and juices).
* Not very often consume excessive amounts of sugar or sweets, because it slows digestion.
Essential for health food
While it is true that foods essential to health include fruits, vegetables, tubers, liquids, milk and meat and fish, now also see that each of the foods that are provided to our body substances that are essential to its operation and development.
Essential for health food
Food and health: nutrients essential for life
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Fiber| Your New Best Friend
What does this title? It simply means that we should plan to eat more fiber we eat now. Thirty to forty grams is currently twice what is consumed in those days.
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Four Foods With “Bad Press”
We can say that there are foods that have had “bad publicity.” Often categorized as “unhealthy” foods that really are not so, and if we knew we could consume in our diets include no problem.
Within these foods with “negative press” are nuts, bread, frozen vegetables, and egg.
Nuts have a bad reputation due to its high calorific value, when in reality, our bodies also provide good quality fatty acids, vegetable proteins and fibers. In addition to vitamins and minerals.
The bread, enough alone to believe that fat. The nutrients that gives the bread is very healthy, his presence is important in our diet. The bread does not harm our health.
Frozen vegetables, is believed to be frozen for lost nutrients. In truth, they are plant, period. Frozen vegetables give us the ability to access them throughout the year, even when food is not at the station.
Egg, the belief that the egg is high in fat made this food for years was “marginalized.” However, the egg is rich in proteins, vitamins, iron and other minerals.
What is important for achieving a healthy diet is to combine all foods without removing any. Include all and any in excess, thus achieving a balanced diet.
The Diet of Fiber
Fiber-rich foods play a major role for good nutrition.
Well known for its low calorie, fibrous foods like celery, green leafy vegetables, vegetables, apples, also have major benefits for weight control. Require more time to chew properly and are evacuated from the stomach more slowly, which helps to control feelings of hunger.
This plan will allow us to eat rich, while at the same time, control cholesterol and down some extra kilos.
Consuming foods rich in fiber will reduce the symptoms of constipation, diverticulosis and some types of intestinal irritation. Fiber without being absorbed by our body, remains in the intestine, stimulating peristalsis, increasing stool bulk, thus the daily evacuation is well benefit.
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Healthy Eating
Fruits and Vegetables
Why is it important to consume fruits and vegetables daily?
The latest national survey on eating habits in childhood and adolescence (Study enKid, 1998-2000), in which more than 3,500 people between 2 and 24 years of age, shows something that is new, although its significance: the fruit and vegetable consumption among children and adolescents is inadequate. Fruits and vegetables are foods that are a significant source of variety of vitamins (folic acid, C, pro-vitamin A. …), minerals (potassium, magnesium), water, fiber and antioxidants.
Their consumption is important because, if you include them in adequate amounts in your diet, you are contributing to the health of the whole family, helping to reduce the risk of diseases such as constipation, hypertension, high cholesterol and even certain types cancer. Do not forget to include in your diet every day.
The 5 Golden Rules for Healthy Eating
1. Avoid skipping meals
The intake must be spread into 3 meals throughout the day. A real breakfast prevents the pump stroke of 10 o’clock, lunch (which does not rhyme with sandwich every day) and dinner, friendly but lighter because it is followed by any significant amount of energy before bedtime.
2. Associate vegetables, starch and protein at every meal
It is the synergy of these three food groups that will help you avoid fatigue and blows snacks! If the lunch break is reduced to a sandwich prefer it mixed with vegetables, bread or cereal track.
3. Do not overdo fat
For cooking, choose vegetable fats (oils, margarine) with animal fats (butter, cream). Think also of cooking methods that require little fat (steam curls, grill), salad dressings or sauces house less fat than ready.
4. Reduce salt intake
It should not consume more than 8 grams per day! Ressala Do not have tasted before. Think of herbs and spices that often “fall” dishes without adding any additional salt. Be careful on the salt “hidden” in most meals.
5. Limit sugary foods
Sodas, cakes, dessert creams, are full and it is too! Without giving up your tasty treats, avoid overlapping dangerous or opt for the pastry-house, which is always less saturated than processed sugar industry.
Fiber-Rich Foods Preventing Constipation
Adopt a diet rich in fiber. The plant foods – fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds, seaweed – all contain fiber, while those of animal origin do not. There are two types of fiber: insoluble and soluble fiber. Generally, plants contain both types of fibers, with dominance for the insoluble fiber. Some only contain soluble fiber in large quantity.
The cellulose, Hemicellulose and Lignin are insoluble. They prevent constipation by absorbing much water, which stimulates contractions of the intestine. Must accompany the consumption of these fibers plenty of fluids to avoid obstruction of the digestive tract.
Pectin, gums and mucilages are soluble fibers. Psyllium is one of the few plants to contain mostly soluble fiber. Oats and barley also contain. This type of fiber helps prevent constipation by absorbing water and creating a gel. They also help control blood sugar and lower cholesterol.
Recall that according to the Food Guide, we should consume 6 to 8 servings of grain products per day, preferably whole grain or enriched.