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Vitamin B3: Benefits, Deficiency, and Food Sources

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 Vitamin B3: Benefits, Deficiency, and Food Sources When we talk about staying healthy, vitamins play a big role in keeping our body strong and energized. One of these essential vitamins is Vitamin B3, also known as niacin. This important nutrient helps our body in many ways and is especially important for energy, skin, and brain health. Let's explore what Vitamin B3 does, how we can get it from food, and what happens if we don’t get enough. What is Vitamin B3? Vitamin B3 is a water-soluble vitamin, which means our body doesn’t store it, and we need to get it regularly from food. It comes in three forms: Niacin (nicotinic acid) Nicotinamide (niacinamide) Inositol hexanicotinate (a slower-release version often found in supplements) This vitamin helps convert the food we eat into energy. It supports the function of the digestive system, skin, and nerves. It also helps improve circulation and lower cholesterol levels. Benefits of Vitamin B3 1. Boosts Energy Production Vitamin B3 plays...
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Almond's Nutritional Value

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 Almonds  Almonds are among the world’s most popular tree nuts. Almonds are nutrient powerhouses. They are highly nutritious and rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Almonds can be consumed whole, chopped, sliced, or ground into almond flour or almond butter. They can even be made into almond milk. Almonds boast an impressive nutrient profile. 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of almonds contains Fiber: 3.5 grams Protein: 6 grams Fat: 14 grams (9 of which are monounsaturated) Vitamin E: 37% of the RDI Manganese: 32% of the RDI Magnesium: 20% of the RDI (RDI is Recommended Dietary Intake) They also contain a decent amount of copper,vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and phosphorus. This is all from a small handful, which supplies only 161 calories and 2.5 grams of digestible carbohydrates. It is important to note that your body does not absorb 10–15% of their calories because some of the fat is inaccessible to digestive enzymes . Almonds are also high in Phytic acid, a subst...
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Caribbean Fiesta

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 CARIBBEAN FIESTA This recipe offers a lower sodium alternative for tortilla lovers by using the blue corn tortilla chips. Enjoy the crispy texture, fresh vegetables and delicious cheese.  Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 chicken tender, cut into bite-sized pieces (Approx. 2 oz.) Dash of seasonings like curry, allspice. 8 blue or yellow corn tortilla chips ¼ cup pinto and/or black beans, rinsed and drained 4 grape tomatoes, chopped ½ orange bell pepper, seeded and diced green onion, peeled and chopped 1 ounce reduced-fat shredded cheddar jack cheese Directions: In a nonstick skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken, season with optional spices, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until cooked through. Evenly spread the tortilla chips on a plate and evenly distribute chicken, beans, tomatoes, bell peppers, and green onions. Top with cheese and microwave for 1 minute or until cheese is melted.   Nutrition Value:
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False Ideas about Food and Nutrition

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 False Ideas about Foods and Nutrition A false or  Wrong ideas about effect of food on health may be spread deliberately by those, who wish to promote their products. Food fallacies exist because of ignorance of basic scientific information about the subject. Food quacks exploit this ignorance to sell their products. In each region, people have a number of beliefs. These are passed on unquestioned from one generation to the next. It may be wise to consider those in the light of scientific knowledge. Some may have a sound basis, others not. Some Misconceptions about Carbohydrate in the Diet Potatoes are fattening. No particular food is fattening or otherwise. All energy intake in excess of the body's need is stored as fat. Potatoes provide about a kilocalorie per gram, about the same as cooked rice. It is the oil, used in seasoning or frying that contributes to the extra calories of the potato recipes.  Honey is said to contribute significant amounts of minerals and vitami...
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Apple and its Nutritional Value

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 APPLE The apple is a pome, a round fruit that consists of firm, juicy flesh covered by a thin, tough, edible skin and surrounding a cartilaginous, seeded core. The skin color of apples can range from dark green to yellow to bright red, or some combination of these colors. Apples that are just ripe are crisp and juicy, whereas those that are overripe attain an aromatic flavor and a slightly mealy texture. Family Rosaceae Scientific name Malus pumila Malus veris, Pyrus malu Common name apple. Good source of pectin, a soluble fiber that helps reduce blood cholesterol A good source of vitamin C VARIETIES Thousands of varieties of apples are grown worldwide. As a result, apples are avail able in a seemingly endless array of colors. crispness, texture, size, sweetness, and aroma. Some of the more popular varieties in the U.S. marketplace are the Red and Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Fuji, Gala, and Rome Beauty ORIGIN & BOTANICAL FACTS The apple is native to Asia and easter Europe....
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Fruity Green Smoothie

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 Fruity Green  Smoothie This vitamin-packed smoothie is an antioxidant powerhouse, packing 21/2 servings of fruits and veggies in each serving. Servings: 1 Ingredients: 2 cups fresh spinach leaves 1 medium banana, peeled  7-8 strawberries, trimmed ½ cup orange juice 1 cup crushed ice Directions: 1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.  2.Serve in tall glass. Nutritional Information (per serving) Calories: 235 Sodium: 64 mg Protein: 5 g Carbs: 56 g Fat: 1.5 g Sugar: 3.7 g
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Causes of Kidney Disease

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 Causes of Kidney Disease Several ailments may cause kidney disorders. These include infection, degenerative changes, chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disorders such as atherosclerosis, hypertension), medications, toxic metal consumption, cysts, renal stones or trauma. Surgery, burns and poisons are some traumas, which may cause kidney damage. Obesity increases the risk of renal disease. Habitual intake of high protein diet may increase the work of kidneys and cause damage. Reducing weight, decreasing protein intake to normal level can decrease the risk of kidney disease. The most common cause of renal failure is diabetic nephropathy. Some antibiotics and pain medications may cause renal disease. The normal function of the nephrons, the working unit of kidneys may be upset by the above ailments.. Inflammation and Degeneration. The membranes and small blood vessels in the nephrons may get inflamed for a short time due to infection and thus lead to acute glo...
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Kidneys and its functions

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  Kidneys and  its functions Like the liver, kidneys play a vital role in maintaining the body's normal state (homeostasis). There are two kidneys in the human body. The nephron is the basic functional unit of the kidney. Each kidney has about a million nephrons. Each nephron has two main parts. Each nephron functions independently to produce urine.  This means that over 99 percent of the filtered water, all the glucose and vitamin C, almost all amino acids, sodium and other substances are returned to the blood. But if the intake of salt exceeds the body's needs the excess is excreted and extra water is needed to excrete it. Functions of Kidneys The kidneys help to regulate the internal harmony by performing the following functions:  1. Filtration: The kidneys are the filters through which all dissolved substances pass and selectively absorb those to be retained. Figure 30.1 depicts the urinary system. The end products of protein metabolism (urea, creatinine, uric ac...
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