What are? Peas are the seeds of Lathyrus sativus , a herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae (legume) family . Peas are quite common foods throughout the Asian continent and in the western portion of the African continent, where they are widely cultivated both for human consumption and for fodder. In Europe (including Italy) the production of grass peas and…
Cracklings
NB : in the following article the food ” dried cracklings ” will be discussed and not “fresh cracklings or Neapolitan cracklings”. General information and production Cracklings are a type of preserved pork ( S. scrofa domesticus ) meat characterized by a high energy intake due to the notable lipid content. The cracklings, in fact, are obtained from the remnant of the adipose tissue previously used in the…
Cicada: Nutritional Properties, Diet and Cooking
Things What is the sea cicada? The sea cicada, also known as magnosella or batte batte – in English locust lobster, lesser slipper lobster, small European lobster – is one of the most prized saltwater decapod crustaceans in the world. Of the Family Scyllaridae and Genus Scyllarus , the sea cicada “proper” belongs to the arctus species ; nevertheless it is…
Cholesterol-Free Foods: What Are They?
Cholesterol -free foods are varied and belong to various food categories, including: cereals , legumes , vegetables , fruit , mushrooms, vegetable seasoning oils, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks ( excluding milk ). Cholesterol is a white steroid essential for animal life; on the contrary, plants are living beings that do not contain them, but exploit other structurally similar lipids called phytosterols (widely used in hypocholesterolemic therapy ). Consuming mainly cholesterol-free foods can be a good habit, especially in the presence of alterations in…
Healthy Eating Saving Money: Healthy and Affordable Foods
Healthy and cheap foods Following a healthy and balanced diet and doing your shopping well are two fundamental factors in the success of your diet and family budget. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to have healthy food available . Often the healthiest and cheapest foods allow you to fill your cart and eat properly. All it takes is…
Foods Rich in Omega 3
The nutritional intake of omega 3 is a determining factor for the balance of the diet and for guaranteeing the general health of the body. Not all foods have a satisfactory content of omega 3 which, on the other hand, play an indispensable role in the body. Functions of Omega 3 Some of the biological functions of…
Foods Rich in Sugars
Sugars Sugars are energetic macro-nutrients that provide 3.75kcal per 100g. From a chemical point of view, other synonyms of the term “sugars” are: glucides, glycides, carbohydrates and carbon hydrates . In common language, the noun ” sugar ” is used to indicate a caloric sweetener based on crystallized sucrose (the so-called table sugar ). Simple Sugars: What are they? As regards the nutritional sphere, by inserting the adjective “simple” and/or “soluble”,…
Fiber-rich foods that help you lose weight
Why does fiber help you lose weight? There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble dietary fiber is just that: It dissolves in water and forms a gel-like substance in the stomach that is then broken down in the large intestine . This is the type of fiber capable of contributing to the reduction of cholesterol levels in the blood , having a beneficial effect…
Water-rich foods to stay hydrated
Introduction Proper hydration is extremely important for health. Not drinking enough water, in fact, can cause dehydration , which causes fatigue, headaches , skin problems , muscle cramps , low blood pressure , rapid heartbeat , and, in cases of prolonged dehydration, even serious complications such as kidney failure . Water is not just what we pour into the glass: it is also possible to obtain it from foods . There are many healthy…
More protein-rich foods to increase strength
Daily protein requirement Proteins are made up of 20 amino acids , eight of which are essential (+ 1 for children), which means that the body is not able to produce them on its own and it is therefore necessary to introduce them with a balanced and healthy diet. The amount of protein to be consumed daily depends on a variety of factors, including age, sex…