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We have all heard that low glycaemic index (GI) foods are better for you and many doctors now advice their patients to have food products low in GI – what does all this really mean?
Amino acids, often referred to as the building blocks of the human body, are compounds that play many critical roles in nutrition. They’re needed for vital processes like the building of proteins and synthesis of hormones and neurotransmitters.
Every person must exercise. So many young adults today have insulin resistance and are at risk of developing diabetes mellitus, particularly if one or both of their parents are diabetic.
Healthy snacks include those that have significant vitamins, are low in fat, added sugars, and sodium. Examples of healthy snacks include: Fruits, nuts and seeds
Snacking is one of those things that most of us love. While we’re watching television, or even working, chances are we’ll always have something savoury or sweet, crunchy and often-times calorie laden right there within reach. Snacking in itself isn’t inherently bad, however, packaged snacks are often a quagmire of fats, sugars and calories. So are there healthier, more conscientious, maybe even protein rich foods we can snack on? This article is a definitive guide to how and what to snack on, without compromising your protein requirement .