Category Nutrition

Should You Detoxify?

Should you detoxify? In this post, we will determine whether you should.What does it involve?Is it necessary?Is it even good for you? I meet various individuals who frequently ask me whether they should detoxify themselves. I dig deeper to find…

Kcals Vs Cals

In this post we will distinguish between the terms kilocalories (Kcals) and Calories(C).  What is a Kcal? This is the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 Kilogram of water by a degree Celsius. Within the nutrition…

Is Organic Food Better For You?

What Are Organic Foods? These are foods and beverages grown with the application of methods compliant with the regulations of organic farming. They comprise:farm produce, dairy and meat products, as well as certain processed foods.The key distinction is that they…

Who is At Most Risk of Nutrient Deficiencies?

In this post, we will review the groups at most risk of nutrient deficiencies. Among them are: Pregnant and lactating women-Pregnant women have increased needs for various nutrients including Vitamin A, Iron  etc due to foetal development. They need to…

Do Supplements Work?

In recent previous posts, we briefly tackled the various supplements and their implications. We recognized the essence of only utilizing  them when required. We also determined the repercussions of exceeding their intake.In this post ,we will want to identify whether…

What are natural supplements? And are they good for you?

What are natural supplements?These are majorly supplements that are obtained from plants, majorly from herbs. They are normally intended for treatment and may have health benefits. Individuals use them for varied reasons including to manage symptoms such as sleeping problems,…

Key Nutrition Principles

In this blog post ,we will examine the main principles of nutrition, particularly when planning meals. They include: Variety Whereas different foods contain different nutrients, not one has all nutrients. Therefore; the importance of variety becomes integral. You should aim…

Food Supplements: Are They Good For You?

What are food supplements? Food supplements are substances that provide nutrients -either as vitamins, minerals , amino acids or fatty acids that come in form of liquids, or tablets. Uses of food supplements Supplements are indicated for individuals diagnosed with…

Foods You Shouldn’t Refreeze Once Thawed

In this post, we will identify particular foods you should not defrost once thawed. Further, we will outline reasons why these foods should not be defrosted. Freezing is a food preservation method that allows food that would otherwise spoil at…

Is Air Frying Better Compared To Frying?

What is air-frying? Air frying is a cooking method that involves the frying of food using an appliance that allows the circulation of hot air around food. Unlike other frying methods, it utilizes less amount of oils. Which foods can…