The Right Tuna for Pregnancy
Can Pregnant Women Eat Tuna? Whole fish contain vital nutrients including Omega-3 fatty acid (DHA and EPA), protein, vitamins, and minerals such as iron. These nutrients are essential, particularly for pregnant moms and kids, as they foster healthy fetal, infant and childhood development. Tuna is higher in Omega 3s and nutrients than most...
Breast Cancer Awarness
Breast Cancer Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. Breast cancer can occur in both men and women, but it is far more common in women. It is the most common cancer diagnosis among women in Jordan. Substantial support for breast cancer awareness and research...
The Pros and Cons of Vegetarian Diets
Eating plant-based foods sounds healthy, but there are still drawbacks to this type of diet. Many people follow a vegetarian diet in an effort to improve their health. The health-related benefits of vegetarian diets are well-documented. But there are downsides to this type of eating style, too. If you are...
Does Organic Food lower your cancer risk?
DOES ORGANIC FOOD LOWER YOUR CANCER RISK? Posted under Food & Health by Mary Wales on December 14, 2018 A new study, published this past October, has found eating organic foods can contribute to lowering cancer risk. The study, which was published in JAMA Internal Medicine, followed nearly 70,000 French adults, most of them women, for a...
What does Organic & Non-GMO mean?
What does Organic & Non-GMO mean?Organic food is produced without using harmful or toxic pesticides, sewage sludge or petroleum-based synthetic fertilizers, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), bioengineering, or ionizing radiation.This means any food that is Certified Organic is guaranteed to also be Non-GMO. But not vice-versa. Organically farmed food is also...
What is the Keto Diet?
Most of what we eat goes to supplying our bodies with energy—and we need a lot of energy. More specifically, our brains need a lot of energy. While our brains only make up 2% of our body’s mass, they consume 20% of our total energy requirement. All the foods we...
What is coeliac disease?
What is coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects around 1% of the population. It is triggered by gluten. Consuming gluten-containing cereals such as wheat, rye, spelt and barley leads to inflammation of the small bowel. Even tiny amounts of gluten can cause symptoms. If the...
Healthy & Vegan Non-Perishable Foods
Healthy Living on May 3, 2020 by Bob's Red Mill Healthy & Vegan Non-Perishable Foods Many shelf-stable foods are full of preservatives, and sifting through the non-perishable items to find healthy options can seem like a daunting task. Whether you're preparing for an emergency, purchasing foods to donate, or packing for a camping...