‘Minerals’

Food recommendations for Pregnant women

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

It is therefore recommended to mothers to increase consumption of grains and fruits and reduce trans fats, refined oils and industrial bakery, among other tips. It also highlights the lack of Omega-3 fatty acids, an essential for full development and operation of the human brain and which is contained in various foods.

I think these are tips to follow at any time in our lives, but especially during pregnancy and lactation, and not just for the baby but for the health of women. However, answering the question asked by the title, I am of the opinion that, in general, we tend not eating well or caring too much our diet during lactation or pregnancy, or in any other period, no men or women. (more…)

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Lemon

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Lemon

Fruit citrus lemon trees blooming in the Mediterranean giving health and delicious flavor to many dishes.

There lemons around there is a deep cultural tradition that make them excellent companions of salads, rice, fish, delicious desserts … taking advantage of its acidity and remarkable health properties. It is also effective for slimming diets.

Lemon belongs to the Rutaceae family, the genus Citrus. Imported from China in the twelfth century is spreading throughout the world and especially in the Mediterranean. The province of Murcia and Alicante southern lemons produce some excellent varieties of all kinds. Also in Anadalucia and the rest of C. Valenciana.

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