Thursday 6 November 2014

[www.keralites.net] Health: Better Food Substitutes

 



Whether you're health conscious or a little overweight or blessed with a speedy metabolic rate, keeping an eye on your diet is always recommended. Cutting down your food intake isn't always the answer. All it takes is a sensible substitute. Here are a few suggestions for healthy substitutions:



 
 
Healthy Food Substitutes
 
Gelatine desserts vs. cakes and brownies

We all know just how rich cakes and brownies can be and that these rich delicacies leave us poorer in health. Gelatine desserts can be a delicious and healthy alternative. They not only leave you with stronger and shinier hair and nails, but are said to help with metabolism and muscle growth. The collagen that gelatine contains in said to be excellent for joint movement as well as moisturizing skin, keeping it smooth and fi rm .
 
Yogurt vs. cream

Yogurt contains bacteria which helps in digestion. This bacteria also boosts the immune system and prevents the growth of a lot of ha rm ful bacteria. Yogurt also feels a lot lighter than cream.
 
Healthy Food Substitutes
 
Brown bread vs. White bread

White bread is white because it lacks the bran and ge rm that is present in brown bread. With the absence of the bran and ge rm , the nutritional value goes down leaving white bread with fewer amounts of zinc, fiber, thiamin, niacin, trace elements and good fats and oils.
 
Red sauces vs. white sauces

Apart from the obvious reason that creamy white sauces are more likely to add on the kilos than the tangy red ones, the cooked tomatoes that make up the red sauce are said to contain the antioxidant lycopene which is good at preventing cancer and heart diseases.
 
Granola bar vs. candy bar

Granola bars usually contain oats, nuts, honey, grains and dried fruits and is a rich source of vitamins and fibre. Candy bars are usually loaded with fat, sugar and artificial colour. Granola bars are the clear winners.
Healthy Food Substitutes
 
White meat vs. red meat
Red meat as we know contains a lot of harmful fats that lead to heart diseases. White meat on the other hand has no such issues and is also a good source of proteins.
 
Brown rice vs. white rice

As in the case of white bread and brown bread, white rice lacks the vitamins, minerals and fibre present in the brown rice.
 
Frozen yogurt vs. ice cream

Frozen yogurt and ice cream aren't very different. They both contain similar sweeteners and about the same calories. They are both sources of calcium and protein. The difference lies in the cultures present in the yogurt. As mentioned above, these cultures assist in many digestive functions. Although frozen yogurt is a narrowly healthier choice when compared to ice cream, it should be kept in mind that this type of food is as fattening as ice cream.
 
Healthy Food Substitutes
 
Olive oil vs. margarine
Olive oil like margarine is fattening. The difference lies in olive oil's antioxidant properties. These properties reduce the risk of heart diseases by lowering LDL cholesterol levels and increasing HDL cholesterol levels. Margarine on the other hand increases HDL levels thereby increasing the risk of heart disease.
 
Soya-based products vs. meat
It sure looks like it! Soya products match meat when it comes to protein content. Soya also contains fibre which helps with digestion. They also contain lesser calories than meat products and make a wiser option for the weight-conscious.
Fresh fruits vs. canned fruits

Instead of picking up that can with fruits swimming, no wait, drowning in syrup, just pick up some fresh fruits which retain the enzymes and vitamins which are otherwise lost during the canning process, as well as keep your weight down.
 
Healthy Food Substitutes
 
Honey vs. sugar

Have you ever heard the phrase, 'sugar is a polluted sweetner'? It is in a way. In the production of sugar, a lot vitamins and minerals are lost. Honey has no such problem.
 
Hummus vs. mayonnaise

Hummus contains less fat and more sodium when compared to mayonnaise. Mayonnaise as we know can contribute to our bad cholesterol levels in a ha rm ful way, so hummus makes a good substitute.
 
Dark chocolate vs. regular chocolate

Dark chocolate has better antioxidant properties when compared to milk chocolate. This benefits the heart as well blood flow and not to mention gives you
 
that additional mood-boost. Dark chocolate also contains less sugar and is a much better option for figure-conscious chocoholics.
 
Source: Unknwn
 

 

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[www.keralites.net] The Most Beautiful Winter Places...

 

The Most Beautiful Winter Places...

Old man winter is coming. Normally, he's not the best thing for vacations. He pours some rain, flicks a few lightning bolts around, spreads some snow, and suddenly vacation hotspots are closing. However, some places actually become more beautiful and more attractive as tourist attractions when they are in the midst of winter. For them, old man winter is always a welcome guest.
Feast your eyes of some of the most beautiful winter landscapes on this orb we call earth and maybe it'll give you ideas of places to visit this or any other winter...

Lake Tahoe, California
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St. John's, Newfoundland
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The Tadami River in Fukushima, Japan
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Bern, Switzerland
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Gullfoss, Iceland
 
 
The Norwegian Boreal Forest
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Bergen, Norway
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The Italian Dolomites
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Buskerud Fylke, Norway
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Northern British Columbia, Canada
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Yosemite National Park
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The French Alps 
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Prague, Czech Republic 
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Hallstatt, Austria 
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Lake Bled, Slovenia 
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The Plitvice Lakes in Croatia 
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Bavaria, Germany 
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Alcázar de Segovia, Spain 
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Moraine Lake, Banff National Park, Canada 
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South Yorkshire, UK 
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Lapland, Finland 
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The Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan 
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Southern Sweden 
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Cariboos, British Columbia 
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The Banff Springs Hotel in Alberta, Canada 
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Steamboat Springs, Colorado 
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Lake Darashkol in the Altay Mountains, Russia 
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Blefjell, Norway 
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Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada 
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Boulder, Colorado 
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Knife River, Minnesota 
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The Nubble Lighthouse in York, Maine
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