When you are hungry for a snack, protein-rich foods are an excellent choice. Proteins are very satisfying and will help you feeling full without overeating. No matter whether your goal is to gain weight, weight maintenance of even losing weight, a protein snack is the way to go. However, it is important to chose the…
I am going to recommend consuming on Brazil nut every day: why? Because one Brazil is rich in Selenium and just one nut contains approximately 70-90 microgram of selenium. The daily value of selenium we need is about 55 micrograms and one nut will get you covered preventing deficiency. What is selenium? It is an…
In this article I will reveal some little known facts about the fibers and the beneficial effect they have over your body. First of all let me explain what fiber is… Fiber is an indigestible part of all plant foods. It is found in fruits, vegetables, grains and beans. Your digestive system cannot stomach fiber,…
At prohealthyx we care about the health of our clients, readers and followers. In these difficult times, exercising is key to maintain general health. However, a solid nutrition sets the fundaments to stay healthy, fit and strong. My clients know that when I develop a plan, macronutrients (proteins, fat and carbohydrates) are as important as…
Unfiltered Coffee. Several studies over the past decade have shown a link between coffee and cholesterol. There are evidences that coffee oils (known as diterpenes), such as cafestol and kahweol, are to blame. Coffee oils are naturally found in caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee. Research indicates that cafestol affects the body’s ability to metabolize and regulate…
It is not yet very common on our tables but lately nutritionists and fitness enthusiastic have started to recommend a certain variant of rice called “the black rice”.The deep black/purple hue of this rice is a marker of its high antioxidant properties. The outermost layer of the grain (the bran and the hull), contains very…
Legumes have a remarkable nutritional profile and are a rich source of healthy fibers and protein. They contain vitamins, especially B1, B3, B5, and B6 covering about 10-15% of the Daily Recommended Intake within a portion of ca. 200 g. What’s more, they are rich in phosphorus and various minerals such as zinc, copper, manganese…
Every day, billions of people consume some coffee. Whether it is to go through your night shift or starting your day, coffee is part of our every day life making it one of the most used ingredient in the world. The caffeine contained in regular coffee is often avoided for its negative effects on sleep…
Fibers are complex carbohydrates that are not digested and not absorbed by the small intestine. Fibers play many important roles in our diets such as efficient intestinal functioning. There are two main types of fibers, mostly found in plant foods: Soluble fibers. They dissolve in water forming a gel-like substance in the stomach and provide…
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