Is trans fat better
than other types of fat?
Trans fat is the end result
of a process called hydrogenation. The process involves turning
oil into a more solidified form of fat. Despite the natural
occurrence of trans fats in animal food, the trans fat found
in fried and snacking foods has been found to elevate LDL cholesterol
(bad cholesterol). As a result, it heightens the incidence of
heart disease.
Are frozen vegetables less
nutritionally valuable than fresh ones?
It is a misnomer that, frozen
vegetables are not as nutritiously valuable as fresh ones. As
freshly picked vegetables contain more vitamins and minerals,
a few nutrients are lost during the storage and shipping process.
Alternatively, because frozen vegetables are flash frozen prior
to packaging; they are able to retain a higher volume of nutrients.
In
an effort to reduce caloric intake, is it better to eat dry
roasted nuts versus roasted ones?
Although it’s true that dry
roasted nuts contain fewer calories than oil roasted nuts, the
difference is not significant enough to make a difference. The
best way to approach nut consumption is to mind your portions.
Remember is portion is a handful.
Should pork consumption be
avoided because of it high fat content?
Although pork foods such as
spareribs, sausage and bacon are scrumptiously fattening meats,
pork tenderloin represents a highly lean mean alternative. Verisimilar
to a boneless and skinless piece of chicken breast, three ounces
of cooked pork tenderloin contains roughly the same caloric
value, 140 Cal.
Should
everyone regardless of age and weight ingest a minimum of 64-ounces
of water per day?
Contrary to popular belief,
everyone’s water requirements differ based on age and weight.
Tea, coffee, milk juice and soft drinks contribute to the body’s
fluid requirements.
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