Folate is a water-soluble B vitamin which is naturally present in some foods. However, it is always added as a dietary supplement and its found in fortified foods. Fortified Foods are foods loaded with extra nutrients to help people meet their daily nutrition intake of certain vitamin/minerals. Cereals Milks Yogurt Oatmeal Margarine Hot Cocoa Fortified …
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Low-Fat Diet Risks
Don't ELIMINATE fats from your daily nutrition. Fats are extremely essential because your body has Fat-Soluble vitamins which are vitamins (A,D,E,K) require fat for absorption. Vitamin A: essential for growth, vision, reproduction, and immune function. Vitamin D: maintains blood levels of calcium/phosphorous(works with calcium to build bones Vitamin E: powerful antioxidant Vitamin K: plays an …
Intellectual, Social, Financial & Personal Capital?
When you hear the word "capital" you may think about investing, businesses or wealth. However, intellectual, social and financial capital are more about connections. Intellectual Capital: What you know? What makes you valuable? What makes you stand out from others? What knowledge you obtain? Social Capital: Who you know and who knows you? What connections …
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My Phase in LIFE
Currently, I work for a vegan restaurant called Chicago Raw and I'm a full time trainer w/ AthleticKonnection. I decided to take a step back on doing the 9-5 because I realized that wasn't who I am and besides the great income; It wasn't my calling. Now, I am happier because I am not doing …
Fats Role in the Body
They're has been so many myths and misconceptions about the role of fat in your eating lifestyle. In the l950s, there was a low-fat diet being promoted and which caused a large amount of people to think fat was bad. Individuals start to exclude a major macronutrient from their body and made sure their fat …
Proteins Role in the BODY
Protein has a very important role in the human body. Protein and their sidekick (amino acids) are known as the building blocks of life. They help to form cellular organelles Act as enzymes - breaking things down They assist in the structural role, known as protein collagen - which is located in joints, tendons and …
Simple v. Complex Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are essential for everyday life. Carbohydrates provide energy for your brain and for your body. They also help the body process fat and helps with smooth elimination (Digestion). Types of Carbohydrates Sugar Starch Fiber Simple Carbohydrates are composed of one or two sugars. Meaning they can be released and digested very quickly into the …
Complex Carbohydrates
Complex Carbohydrates can be found in vegetables and whole grains. They provide longer-lasting energy than simple carbohydrates. They act as a long-term fuel source and they contribute to energy production. Complex Carbohydrates are composed of three or more sugars. Complex carbohydrates take much longer to digest than simple sugars, so they don't rise your blood …
Simple Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are a primary source of energy for cells. Carbohydrates are carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Carbohydrates are made up of fiber, starch and sugar. Simple carbohydrates release glucose aka sugar into your system quicker than complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates can lead to sugar spikes and even insulin resistance. Simple Carbohydrates are made up of one …
STEP UP YOUR LEG DAY (Home Workout)
NO WEIGHTS NEEDED, JUST WORK ETHIC 7 ROUNDS OF 7 EXERCISES SQUATS X 20 REPS WALL SITS X 30 SECONDS LUNGES X 30 SECONDS SIDE LUNGES X 30 SECONDS SINGLE LEG BRIDGES X 15 REPS ( EACH SIDE) LEG RAISES X 15 REPS (EACH SIDE) CALF RAISES X 20 REPS
