Category: Health

There has been a lot of controversial data in the last few years in and around gluten. Common questions asked are ,is gluten bad for me? Why should I go gluten free? Do I have gluten intolerance? This article will help you understand the difference between celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. What is Celiac […]

Use alternative options to make your groceries last longer, such as: Freezing food is one of the best ways to combat food waste and keep plenty of food on hand for an extended period of time. However, there are a few tricks and tips before freezing foods to keep in mind to ensure maximum flavor […]

Did you know? Iron is an essential mineral that is important for healthy Immune System. There are two types of iron in food – heme and non-heme. Our bodies absorb heme iron best. Heme iron is found in animal foods such as meat, seafood, poultry and eggs. Non-heme iron is found in plant foods like […]

Did you know? Omega-3 fats are healthy unsaturated fats which maintains healthy Immune System. There are three types of omega-3 fats: • ALA (alpha linoleic acid) • DHA (Docosahexanoic acid) • EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) You need a minimum of 1.1-1.6 g/day (for adults 19 years and older). Omega-3 fats are found in: fatty fish like […]

Did you know? Vitamin A is a Fat -soluble vitamin that is stored on our liver and maintains a healthy immune system. You need a minimum of 700-900 microgram/day (for adults 19 years and older). The best sources of Vitamin A are cod liver oil, chicken liver, sweet potato, pumpkin, carrots, spinach, dried apricots and […]

Did you know? Vitamin C is a Water-soluble vitamin that maintains a healthy immune system. You need a minimum of 75-90 mg/day (for adults 19 years and older). The best sources of vitamin C are vegetables and fruit. Other food groups do not contain much vitamin C. Some examples are Red and Green bell peppers, […]

Did you know? Copper is an essential trace mineral that maintains a healthy immune system. You need a minimum of 900mcg /day. The best sources of copper are • Nuts (such as cashews), seeds (such as sesame and sunflower), and chocolate • Wheat-bran cereals and whole-grain products • Potatoes, mushrooms, avocados, chickpeas, and tofu • […]

Did you know? Zinc is an essential trace mineral that maintains a healthy immune system. You need a minimum of 8-11 mg/day. The best sources of zinc are Oysters, Beef, Pork, lentils and cheese Include these following foods in your diet and build a STRONGER IMMUNE SYSTEM! 1/2 Cup/125 ml of Ricotta cheese may have […]

Did you know? Selenium is an essential trace mineral that maintains a healthy immune system. You need a minimum of 55 mcg/day. The selenium content in foods is affected by the soil where the animal was raised or the plant was grown. The best sources of selenium are brazil nuts, pork, couscous, oyster and eggs. […]

Did you know? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that maintains a healthy immune system. You need a minimum of 15 mg/day. Vitamin E is found mainly in foods that contain fat. Some examples are nuts, seeds, avocado, vegetable oils and wheat germ. Some dark leafy greens and fish are also sources of vitamin E. […]