By Mirna Masri
True or False?
1- White or Brown bread, pasta, rice...?
Calorie-wise, same portion size contains around the same number of calories but whole-wheat products contain a higher amount of nutrients, vitamins and minerals, and considerably more fibers, therefore slower sugar or glucose absorption. That makes their consumption a better option for diabetic people and for those who want to lose weight since they give a higher feeling of satiety.
2- So, in this case, is brown sugar healthier?
One teaspoon of either white or brown sugar has around the same number of calories and they both raise blood sugar level! The only difference is that the real brown sugar is more natural and less refined than the white sugar, and sometimes contains small traces of minerals coming from the added molasses.
3- Healthy fats a Gogo?
It is True that olives, olive oils, avocados and nuts are rich in MUFA (mono unsaturated fatty acids) and are known as healthy or “good” fats for their heart protection benefit, but this doesn’t mean that we can over consume them because eventually they are very high in calories.
4- will hot water burn fat?
Water temperature has no effect whatsoever on weight loss or gain; and while some people may feel a discomfort if they drink water while eating, this scientifically has no effect on digestion. It is only the case, for people with digestion problems, like bloating or acid reflux...
5- Are Vegetarians Protein Deficient?
Meat, chicken and fish are not the only sources of proteins; vegetarian foods like legumes, beans, grains, nuts, complex carbs (corn, peas and potatoes), and dairy products also contain a good amount of proteins and are sometimes richer in fibers than animal sources.