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…
Food Safety And Quality:Basic Principles And Importance
This post will cover the basic principles you should integrate to promote safe and quality foods in the household.Put differently, we will assess the critical measures you require to ensure less likelihood of food spoilage and food infections. Why is…
Viruses And Food Infections
In this blog post, we will evaluate the main viruses that cause food borne-illnesses. There are notably 4 major viruses that cause food infections including: Rotavirus Norovirus Hepatitis A Hepatitis E Norovirus Infection from this virus mainly occurs from the…
Parasites And Food Infections
In this post we will focus on how parasites cause food infections, identify the common parasites and how they are transmitted. Parasites Parasites are another group of micro- organisms that cause food infections. They are organisms that are found in…