Ice cream and frozen yogurt are similar in many ways but differ in a few key areas. It’s like comparing a decadent slice of chocolate cake to a light Greek yogurt parfait. While both treats can satisfy your sweet tooth, the former is heavy on indulgence while the latter offers a healthier alternative. Both ice… Read More »
Location Avocado Production Major Grower Organizations Mexico 2.03 million tonnes in 2017; 86% from México, Morelos, Nayarit, Puebla and Michoacan California 24,000 hectares (59,000 acres) in 2015; 80% located in Southern California; 60% in San Diego County. The California Avocado Commission, the California Avocado Society and Calavo Growers. Peru Thousands of hectares in central and… Read More »
Nutrient Amount per Avocado (DV%) Vitamin K: 26.2 mcg/avocado (32% DV) Vitamin C: 10.1 mg/avocado (17% DV) Folate: 81 mcg/avocado (20% DV) Vitamin B5: 1.3mg/avocado (13% DV) Potassium: 485 mg/avocado (14% DV) Vitamin B6: 0.2mg/avocado (10% DV) Vitamin E: 2.7mg/avocado (18% DV) Magnesium: 58mg/avocado (15% DV) Manganese: 0.4mg/avocado (19%) Copper: 0.3 mg/ avocado(17%) Vitamin B1:… Read More »
GL and GI of an Avocado Avocado Amount (100 g) Calories 160 kcal (669 kJ) Proteins 2.0 g Carbohydrates 9.0 g Fats 15.0 g Vitamin C 4.6 mg (5% DV) Folate 361 mcg (90% DV) Magnesium 13 mg (4% DV) Iron 3 mg (17% DV) Potassium 262 mg (7% DV) Calcium 14 mg (1% DV)… Read More »
GL and GI of An Apricot Apricot Amount per 100 g Glycemic index (GI) 34 Glycemic load (GL) 3.8 Calories (kcal) 48 Protein (g) 1.4 Carbohydrates (g) 11.1 Fats (g) 0.4 Apricots are like the sun, with their bright orange color and sweet taste. They bring a warm and happy feeling when enjoyed, just as… Read More »
Asparagus Nutrition Per Serving (100g) Calories 40 Glycemic Index (GI) 15 Glycemic Load (GL) 4 Protein 2g Fiber 2g Vitamin A 11% Vitamin C 12% Vitamin K 33% Asparagus stalks reach for the sky, like fingers stretching out to grasp the sun’s warmth. Their slender bodies sway in the wind, heads tipped back in a… Read More »
The renowned artichoke is not only a flavorful, succulent treat – it also has the nutrition to back up its popularity! Its glycemic index (GI) of 20 makes it officially a low GI food; and for those interested in Glycemic Loads, you can rest assured that such measures are just as covered with an equal… Read More »
Consumption of EPA and DHA oils is recommended by health organizations for healthy adults, with a range of 250 to 500 mg in intake each day. Beneficial eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid oils can be found in fish, algae, and other types of marine creatures. Our body needs these types of omega-3 fatty acids to… Read More »
Following a standard low-carb diet is one of the most effective ways to lose weight quickly. Not only does it significantly reduce your daily calorie intake, but it also limits the type foods you can eat, making it easier to stick with in the long run. Low-carb diets are better at suppressing hunger and improving… Read More »
It can be hard to know just how low carb you should go when trying to lose weight. It’s important to understand the differences between standard low-carb diets and ketogenic diets as they can offer different levels of carb restriction. Generally speaking, standard low-carb diets involve carbohydrate restriction where typically less than 40 percent of… Read More »