Preparing Ingredients for Optimum Health »
From Inform | 2009-07-02 14:30:45
Fruits, vegetables, and cereals are all part of a healthy diet, but how much should we be concerned about whether they are raw, cooked, or processed? Recent research shows that for many foods, the method of preparation matters more than we might suspect. This past month, scientists at Newcastle University in London learned that anti-cancer benefits of carrots increased 25 percent when cooked whole instead of chopped. According to their study, “chopping your carrots increases the surface area so more of the nutrients leach out into the water while they ...
Transitioning from Purees to Solids »
From Inform | 2009-07-02 14:30:45
Like many storebought products, baby food is easy to make from scratch. It is cost-efficient and allows you to completely monitor what goes into your baby\'s body. Being able to control texture is also a benefit of homemade baby food. As babies grow, it is convenient to be able to create thicker, chunkier purees that will help complete the transition into solid food. The first type of baby food that you will probably want to make will be a thin puree, using either water or breast milk to create ...
Baby Crib Buying Guide »
From Inform | 2009-07-02 14:30:45
When buying a baby crib, the most important factor to consider is safety. A poorly-made crib can mean the difference between a soundly-sleeping child and an injured one. Many sources recommend buying a new crib, although a used crib in good condition can serve just as well. The style of the crib also influences the level of safety; depending on your child\'s behavior and idiosyncrasies, one type of crib may not be as good a fit as another. Cribs normally come in four styles: standard (rectangular, with single or ...
Beating Cancer One Bite at a Time »
From Inform | 2009-07-02 14:30:45
In an age of technological advancement, where high-tech devices are replaced as quickly as they’re produced, the fight against cancer has changed drastically over the past 10 years. From new procedures to new equipment, it’s easy to believe that the cure to saving lives lies in the hands of technology, and while the benefits of science are undeniable, it may be the smallest and most simple of measures that make the biggest impact on our health; food. Trading bytes for bites, the benefits of cancer-fighting foods are just ...
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