Food & Nutrition Resource Guide

Food and Nutrition is a huge part of keeping your family happy and healthy. This page is dedicated to that very subject, you'll find recipes and the information about the latest health food developments.

It can seem overwhelming to stay on top of all the changes in what's good for you, what's better for and what's not. But like they always say, knowledge is power, what you don't know might hurt you. Stay on top of nutrition with web pages like this one.

An introduction to Pulses

Pulses - lentils, chick peas and dried peas - are great sources of fiber and are a great meat alternative.

Is anyone in the Family Constipated - Getting enough fiber?

Fiber is the portion of a plant which is resistant to digestion. It actually remains in the intestine as a bulky mass that helps remove the wastes left after food is digested and absorbed. Like a sponge, fiber also absorbs large amounts of water, thus stretching the intestinal wall, promoting regularity.

The Family Needs Calcium

We all know that calcium is required for strong bones and healthy teeth. It is also involved with normal blood clotting and proper functioning of the muscles, nerves and heart.

Make sure that you and your family are getting enough. Here are some great tips to get calcium into your diet.

Flax Seeds as A Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Flax Seeds are the best source of short-chain omega 3 fatty acids from a plant. Consider adding them to your diet.

Fruit Smoothie Recipe - Delicious and Healthy

Fruit Smoothies are a fast and easy way to get some good nutrition into yours family's mouthes. Smoothies are also a great way to sneak in some foods that you and your family might not otherwise eat. Here's a terrific tasty recipe that has a couple of hidden secrets in it that will keep you healthy.


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