Health Conditions & Diets and Grains and Other foods

What do those with diabetes need to avoid?

For years people with diabetes were told to avoid foods that contain sugar. According to Drs. They recommend to keep carbs , protein and fats to a certain percent intake daily.

What do those with hypertension need to avoid

Avoid excess sodium

What do those with lactose intolerance need to avoid?

Avoid lactose-containing dairy.

What do those with celiac disease need to avoid? What are some examples of what grains they can eat, and the ones they can't?

Avoid gluten (protein in wheat, barley, rye). They can eat rice, corn, and oats labeled gluten free. They cannot eat wheat products( bread, pasta) , barley , and rye.

 What is the difference between grains today and grains from hundreds of years ago?

 Modern grains are more processed, refined, and often stripped of nutrients. Older grains were consumed whole, minimally processed, and contained more fiber and micronutrients.

What is the nutritional value of soybeans?

 They are an excellent source of all three macronutrients, supplying high-quality protein, iron, magnesium, vitamin E, riboflavin, thiamin, and folate.soybeans are higher in fat but also contain antioxidants called isoflavones, which have been linked to reduced risk for some cancers, osteoporosis, and heart disease

Butter, cream, and many cheeses contain significant amounts of what?

 Saturated Fats

Dark chocolate contains more of what than milk chocolate?

Contains more cocoa solids so more higher antioxidants, less sugar 

What percentage of unsaturated fats do nuts contain?

Over 80 % or 90% is unsaturated (healthy Fats)

What does brown rice contain more of than white rice?

Has more fiber and higher in Vitamins and minerals than white rice