Ancient grains – a brand-new grain of truth to better health

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Ancient grains – a brand-new grain of truth to better health

Amaranth, teff, spelt, kamut, freekeh, farro – strange sounding words for grains most mainstream shoppers were unfamiliar with just a few years ago.  But now, they are turning the grocery store grain aisle into a hotspot attracting consumers looking for healthier alternatives to wheat. 

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Study says low-fat and low-carb diet may not be helpful

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Study says low-fat and low-carb diet may not be helpful

While some diets say eating less fat is better for losing weight, other say eating less carbs is the key. According to a new study, it may not really matter which diet you choose. Researchers were trying to figure out which diet may be better than the other – a topic that has long been controversial. Many people who are looking for a new diet often wonder which diet is best or which one is better than another.

 

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The positives and negatives of soy

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The positives and negatives of soy

oy is a protein made from the soybean plant. It has garnered much attention and almost become somewhat trendy in the food and health industry as being a nutritiously edible bean with multiple uses. It is rich in omega-3 fats, B-vitamins, zinc, iron, polyunsaturated fat, fiber, phytochemicals and antioxidants. Soy is most popular among vegetarians as they use soy protein as a replacement for animal protein. Soy can be found in foods such as edamame, tofu, soy milk, and tempeh.

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