Culinary specialties

Amaranth – a plant of the modern human

Amaranth – a plant of the modern human

Amaranth, although known to mankind for centuries, still remained in the shadow of wheat and slowly began, wrongly, to pass into oblivion. Hardly anyone has heard about it, even less knew what a wealth of vitamins and nutrients it contains, and probably no one has even thought about using it […]

The anabolic window – fact or myth

The anabolic window – fact or myth

The anabolic window is the time immediately after training when the body uses the nutrients most effectively. A meal consumed during the anabolic window ensures proper muscle regeneration and enables faster muscle growth. Muscle growthCarbohydrates after trainingWhen to eat protein after training Muscle growth Every active person who wants to […]

What properties does Jerusalem artichoke (tuberous sunflower) have?

What properties does Jerusalem artichoke (tuberous sunflower) have?

Jerusalem artichoke, otherwise known as Helianthus tuberosus or tuberous sunflower, is a plant originating from North America. What does tuberous sunflower look like?What can we find in Tuberous sunflower?Tuberous sunflower and slimmingJerusalem artichoke and cleansing the body of toxins What does tuberous sunflower look like? Its edible parts are underground […]

Resistant starch – properties and sources

Resistant starch – properties and sources

Resistant starch is a carbohydrate that is resistant to digestive enzymes and passes unchanged into the large intestine. It is a breeding ground for the development of beneficial intestinal bacteria and has many health-promoting functions. Resistant starch – what is it?There are four types of resistant starch (RS).Resistant starch as […]

Vegetable fat – what to choose?

Vegetable fat – what to choose?

Vegetable fats have a great influence on our health. We can choose from olive oil, linseed oil, rapeseed oil and many, many more. See what properties vegetable fats have and which one is the most suitable for you. Fats under attackVegetable fats are the healthiestThe perfect way – a mixtureRefined […]

Parmesan – fatty treasury of healthiness

Parmesan – fatty treasury of healthiness

Parmesan cheese is a very hard cheese obtained from cow’s milk. It is hard to imagine Italian cuisine without its characteristic flavour. Check what nutritional values parmesan cheese has, how many calories it has and what is its use in the kitchen. Parmesan in nutshellWhat does the production process of […]

Chicory – health properties and application

Chicory – health properties and application

Chicory is mainly added to salads, but it tastes equally good when stewed or baked. Although it appears brittle and inconspicuous, it is an excellent source of vitamins, potassium, iron, magnesium, copper, zinc, and folate. Additionally, chicory is perfect for people who are slimming, because it has little calories. How […]

Buckwheat flour – nutritional properties

Buckwheat flour – nutritional properties

Buckwheat flour is gluten-free, so its properties and nutritional values should be appreciated by people on a gluten-free and vegetarian diet. In addition to being gluten-free, it has a low glycemic index, which is why it has been used to balance a blood sugar level. Also, buckwheat flour is a […]

French treasure – camembert cheese

French treasure – camembert cheese

Camembert cheese comes from France and is one of the most famous French cheeses in the world. It is valued for its elastic consistency and intense taste and aroma. In addition to taste, camembert cheese has many health benefits. Where Camembert cheese came from?Benefits of CamembertShould you eat camembert?How to […]

Coeliac disease and gluten

Coeliac disease and gluten

Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition, caused by a reaction to gluten, a protein found in grains such as barley, wheat and rye. The answer for treatment might seem simple but treating coeliac disease is much more than just steering clear of gluten. Coeliac disease suffers face a number of […]

Detox – hot or not?

Detox – hot or not?

Recently, an article titled Detox Delusion has been published in The Science of Biology, whose author, retired professor of nutritional biochemistry – David Bender – states that detox is just an empty marketing slogan that poses a health risk! Is detox a fiction?Detox and slimmingToxins – a novelty for humanity […]

Chocolate for weight loss?

Chocolate for weight loss?

Almost everyone loves it! It is tasty, sweet, melts in the mouth and perfectly improves humor. Chocolate is one of the most popular and favourite of all sweet delicacies. However, we often have to give it up when we’re trying to get in shape or are on a healthy diet. […]

Why it’s worth eating olives?

Why it’s worth eating olives?

Olives are associated mainly with Mediterranean cuisine. Not without reason. Both olive oil and olives are an integral part of it. Olives work great with white cheeses (especially in salads), as an excellent snack, and a great addition to sandwiches, pizzas, meat dishes and fish. Olives are not only tasty […]

How to stop eating at night

How to stop eating at night

Night time is dedicated to sleep and rest.  It’s not a good time to satisfy your appetite and eating snacks. Unfortunately, some people have a problem trying to refrain from eating at night, which results in gaining weight. If you also happen to go on night time adventures to the […]

Salt, harmful or not?

Salt, harmful or not?

Salt is the most infamous seasoning in the world. Recommendations such as “limit the salt intake” or “avoid salt” are common and commonly accepted. Some people even came up with the “salt phobia” and will not add salt even to the blandest tasting meal. Salt guidelines. How much salt shoudl […]

Broccoli and cauliflower support the growth and regeneration of muscles

Broccoli and cauliflower support the growth and regeneration of muscles

Cruciferous vegetables of the Brassica group, which broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage are a part of, contain a significant amount of secondary metabolites: the glucosinolate and myrosinase enzyme. In the process of shredding or later chewing the vegetables, glucosinolates are transformed into isothiocyanates, such as sulforaphane. Sulforaphane protects against cancerEffect on […]

Curcumin. Super spice…?

Curcumin. Super spice…?

What is curcumin?Health BenefitsBioavailability, absorption and metabolism of curcuminCurrent use and clinical trialsReferences: What is curcumin? Curcumin is the pigment found in the spice turmeric which gives it the yellow colour. Approximately 2% of turmeric is curcumin, and it is not readily consumed unless turmeric is added to the diet […]