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Acid ash hypothesis
The ash-diet hypothesis says that some foods containing acid-forming substances (such as animal protein from milk or meat and some plant foods) cause the blood pH to drop or become…
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(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) RDA – Recommended Dietary Allowance AI – Adequate Intake UL – Upper Limit Rating system of nutrients in foods (uses standard…
Water
Reduced sensitivity to thirst may cause dehydration in elderly
Dehydration in elderly is not uncommon. Some research shows that the elderly drink less water (including more palatable beverages) after a period of water abstinence. Drinking less water is a…
Diet Related Diseases
Being picky with food may indicate “avoidance-restrictive eating disorder”.
Do you avoid whole groups of foods such as vegetables? Do you only eat a very limited variety of foods? In 2013, a new eating disorder was named by scientists…
Vegetables
Alfalfa Sprouts Nutrition Facts
Nutritional information for Alfalfa Sprouts (per 1 cup – 33g serving)
Other
Nutrition facts and nutrition myths: evidence based
The following article explains how nutrition myths are created and what are the currently proven nutrition facts. You will find here a summary of the most common myths and nutrition-related…