FAQ’s about Nutrition:
Q.What is a “Whole Food”?
A. “Whole Foods” are foods that are not processed. Whole grains, vegetables, beans and fruit. Fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables from the organic market are optimal, but do the best you can. Whole foods keep insulin levels low – they provide a slow infusion of sugars into the bloodstream, which helps keep energy levels even and steady.
Q. What is a whole grain?
A. A whole grain, such as oats, barley, wheat, millet, brown rice and others contain every part of the grain: the bran (outer layer), the endosperm (middle layer) and the germ (inner layer). Refined grains such as white flour products are stripped of these health-promoting parts.
Q. Which foods provide antioxidants?
A. Antioxidants pack a powerful punch against free radicals – to protect our genes and promote health. Pigments that give plants their bright colors are called phytonutients – these contain antioxidants. Colorful fruits and vegetables are full of antioxidants, such as blueberries, cherries, raspeberries, oranges, seeded grapes, asparagus, broccoli, and cabbage.
Q. Are Nuts a healthy snack and are they high in fat?
A. Healthy nuts include walnuts, almonds, pecans, and hazelnuts, along with sesame, sunflower and pumpkin seeds. Yes, nuts are high in fat, but eaten in moderation, nuts are a great energy snack. Walnuts in particular are full of omega-3 fatty acids, which are an essential nutrient. Nuts are also an abundant source of vitamin E, magnesium, protein, potassium and fiber.
Q. Should I be getting calcium from dairy products or are there other food sources of calcium?
A. Dairy foods do have calcium and it is a matter of personal preference whether you choose to get calcium from dairy. However, there are wonderful greens that are an excellent source of calcium; namely greens - collards, kale, broccoli rabe, and broccoli to name a few.
Q. What is “targeted nutritional supplementation”?
A. Targeted nutritional supplementation is the art and science of utilizing the knowledge of human biochemistry and the latest scientific research to help assess which vitamins, minerals or herbs could most benefit the individual.
Q. What is an “anti-nutrient”?
A. An anti-nutrient is any foodstuff that requires additional vitamins, minerals, enzymes or other nutrients to break them down. This excessive detoxification takes away from the body’s vitality and eventually leads to chronic disease and organ failure.
Q. What are the most common anti-nutrients?
A. Unfortunately, there are many. Too many to list here, but the most common ones are caffeine, nicotine, white flour, salt, sugar, soda, and partially hydrogenated oils.
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