by Mira | May 29, 2010 | diabetes, glycemic index, legumes, whole grains
I am sure you heard about Glycemic Index foods! And more specifically people suffering from diabetes, and even more specifically, people suffering from type- 2 diabetes (that occurs at later stages because insulin released from pancreas is not working, not because...
by Mira | May 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
I was browsing the net, and found this quiz ! It talks about diet personalities or if you want, different ways of thinking towards diets and food choices. Here is my result: Your diet personality: Holistic Congrats, you’re on the right...
by Mira | May 22, 2010 | alcohol, calcium, calories, fiber, iron, Nutrition, vit D deficiency
Pregnant women need a special diet. They must eat healthy, first of all for them and second for the baby. But who told you that they have to eat for two?? This is absolutely wrong! During the first trimester, pregnant women don’t have to gain weight. Weight gain...
by Mira | May 19, 2010 | Uncategorized
I was in Beirut a few days ago and of course wanted to try new restaurants. One of the good restaurants I tried was the new Asian one that has opened in Gemayze. Its name is OISHI The place is so classy, very romantic and the service is excellent. We didn’t know what...
by Mira | May 16, 2010 | body mass index: BMI, more weight, Nutrition, underweight
This question may sound weird for you, but yes diet and nutrition don’t always have to mean weight loss, fitness, low- fat and all of these terms. A lot of people just wish they can increase their body weight despite all the big amounts of food they ingest! Wow how...