Food & Nutrition:
Understanding How What We Eat
Affects Our Mind & Body
What do you know about the nutritional value of the foods you eat?
Can you names the important parts of nutrition?
In case you aren't sure they are the following:
- Macronutrients
- Micronutrients
- Vitamins
- Minerals
What about the categories of foods?
- Vegetables
- Fruits
- Grains
- Protein Foods
- Dairy
- Oils & Solid Fats
- Added Sugars
- Beverages
It is likely that you know some about these different topics. But do you understand them well enough to make food choices based on what you want for your health?
This section will contain articles that look at the different health benefits (or problems) of different foods.
The articles will have affiliate links which will provide commissions to support this site. The links will be related to the topic of the article. You are not required to click through unless you are interested.
Nuts, Beans, & Seeds
Learn about the various nuts, beans, and seeds that will provide flavor, texture, and health benefits.
Amazing Vegetables
Vegetables can be very tasty and even addictive, if given a chance.
Learn about the health benefits that they also offer.
Awesome Fruits
Fruits are superfoods. They are filled with vitamins and anti-oxidants to keep us healthy.
Health Hearty Grains
Grains are where we get our fiber. Fiber is a warrior against heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers.
Liquids for Hydration
I am always amazed when I hear people say how few fluids they drink daily as if it is something to be proud about.
In this website section, I will cover our need for hydration.
So, while checking out this site, get yourself a glass of water, a cup of tea, or a slice of watermelon.
