10 Surprising Nutrition Facts About Romaine Lettuce
Crisp romaine lettuce is a highly nutritious leafy green to use in a green smoothie. It has a mild flavor that is easily masked by fruit so it’s perfect if you’re new to green smoothies or making it for picky eaters. You can add an entire head of lettuce to a fruit smoothie and not [...]
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Green Smoothie Nutrition Section Launches
We all know that green smoothies are nutrient-rich sources of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and many other phytonutrients. They provide a rich source of fiber, protein, fat and carbohydrates. But just what exactly is in your green smoothie? Find out on our new Green Smoothie Nutrition section! Nutrient Profiles Do you ever wonder how much vitamin [...]
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What Is In Artificial Flavoring?
I am reading Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser. It is a fascinating read about the fast food industry and how it has evolved from humble roots as hot dog stands in southern California in the 1930′s to the multi-billion dollar industry it is today. Of particular interest is the chapter on “Why The Fries [...]
The Health Benefits Of A Whole Foods Diet
It’s hard to know what to eat these days. We’ve got good fats, trans fats, bad carbs, good carbs and a new fad diet taking the Internet by storm nearly every day. We’ve got diet pills, super supplements and exotic health remedies. We’re counting calories, points and carbs. We all want to eat better, but [...]
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Green Smoothie Nutrition – Disclaimer & Sources
I created the Green Smoothie Nutrition section of Incredible Smoothies to provide some basic information to help you target certain nutrients in your green smoothies. The nutrient profiles and health articles are for informational purposes only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease. You should talk to a licensed medical [...]
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The Importance Of Eating Green Leafy Vegetables (Greens)
Dark green leafy vegetables are perhaps the most potent superfood on the planet. They are also the most ignored and avoided foods as well. If you consider the powerful dose of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients that we get from spinach, kale, chard, collards, dandelion and other greens, it’s a wonder we can live without [...]
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What Are Good Carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are not the enemy despite what some fad diets might tell you. If you embrace good carbohydrates and reduce the bad ones, you can eat what you like and stay healthy, fit and slim. The Best Carbohydrates For Energy Fruit and vegetables are the best carbohydrates because they are loaded with fiber and healthy [...]
Quality Protein From Plant Sources
When most people think of protein, they think of meat. It might surprise you that there is protein in just about every food, including fruits and vegetables. Just because a food is not in the “meat group” doesn’t mean it is lacking in protein. Do You Need To Eat Meat? While meat and dairy products [...]
Daily Protein Requirements and Intake
Protein is an essential macronutrient that supports a healthy immune system, helps the body produce enzymes and maintains muscle, hair, skin and nails. There is no set protein requirement that fits everybody. The amount of protein you need each day varies and is based on your height and ideal body weight. Based on dietary guidelines [...]
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Healthy Fats That Won’t Make You Fat
Fats are perhaps the most controversial macro-nutrient in our diet. It is important to get healthy fat in foods that we eat. They facilitate absorption of important fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K. They are a source of essential fatty acids. They provide energy reserves and play an important role in the [...]
