This is a healthy and nutritious recipe that can be served hot as a side dish or cold as a terrific alternative to pasta salad. By: Rock Recipes Yield: 6 servings 1 cup quinoa 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups water 2 diced tomatoes 1 cup diced bell peppers 1 cup diced cucumber 1 cup … [Read more...]
Protein Requirements
Protein is one of the three macronutrients. The current recommendation, based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, is that 10-35% of your calories come from protein. To be more specific, the suggested amount of protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, for an average and moderately … [Read more...]
Building a Healthy Plate
To ensure adequate and optimal nutrition, focus on balanced meals that contain a variety of foods. No single food contains all the essential nutrients the body needs to be healthy and function efficiently. The nutritional value of a person’s diet depends on the overall balance of foods over time, … [Read more...]