A 60-minute Zumba workout session burns an average of 369 calories, which is more than cardio kickboxing or step aerobics. Zumba workout is where you groove to the beats of salsa music. It feels more like a dance party than a workout. Zumba is a high-energy dance workout that involves moves on Latin and international...
What is scurvy? Scurvy is usually treated with a diet change, vitamin supplements, or an ascorbic acid injectable. Many have heard of scurvy but do not know exactly what it is. Often, scurvy is thought of as “the pirate disease” due to lack of nutrition overseas. However, over the last three millennia, scurvy has been...
Avocados grow on trees but are not classified as tree nuts Technically, tree nuts are the seeds of certain fruit-bearing trees. You’ve probably heard of tree nuts like almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, pistachios, brazil nuts, pecans, cashews, etc., all of which grow on trees. But even though avocados grow on trees, they are not classified as...
About 60 percent of the body is made up of water. It forms a major part of the blood. The cells and the body cannot function right if the water levels go down. Drinking cold water often causes “cold stress” in the body. About 60 percent of the body is made up of water. It...
Food Safety Strategies From The Market to the Table By Miranda Hitti WebMD Weight Loss Clinic – Feature Reviewed By Louise Chang, MD Tainted animal feed. Spinach scares. Peanut butter recalls. Food safety has been big news lately, which is making many people think twice about what’s on their plates. First, the facts. The FDA...
Food & Grocery Shopping Read the labels, and fill your cart with the most nutritious foods By Sylvia Davis WebMD Weight Loss Clinic – Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD It all starts in the grocery store. The foods you choose to stock your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer are the foundation for your diet. Grocery...
Turmeric is a staple in many cuisines in eastern parts of the world. Turmeric is known to interact with blood-thinning medications, diabetes medications and antacids. Turmeric is a staple in many cuisines in eastern parts of the world. The west better knows turmeric for its turmeric lattes. Eating turmeric regularly through food is generally considered...
Pistachios are a great source of protein, antioxidants, fiber, good fats and other nutrients Pistachios are a great source of protein, antioxidants, fiber, good fats and other nutrients. Nuts like pistachios are one of the main components of a healthy Mediterranean diet, which is associated with a lower risk of heart diseases, respiratory illnesses and...
Special Diets & Recipes Learn about special diets as well as healthy foods to meet your changing dietary needs as you age. You’ll also find recipes to suit your diet. By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic – Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Making small changes to your diet or eating plan...
Chestnuts are rich in dietary fibers, minerals, good fats, vitamins and antioxidants Chestnuts are rich in dietary fibers, minerals, good fats, vitamins, antioxidants and other important nutrients. They are also low in fat and high in vitamin C and are more similar to fruits than other nuts. These unique nuts have a spiny husk and...