Diet & Nutrition

Definition of Protein  Proteins are large biomolecules, or macromolecules, consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues Proteins are required for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs. Each protein has unique functions. Proteins are essential components of muscles, skin, bones and the body as a whole.             Protein  perform a wide range of functions and also provide energy (4 Kcal/g). Daily requirement of protein          The amount of protein you need in your diet depends on your  Weight, Age & Health . The recommended dietary intake (RDI) for protein (measured in grams per kilogram of body weight) is 0.75 g/kg for adult women 0.84 g/kg for adult men Around 1 g/kg for pregnant and breastfeeding women, and for men and women over 70 years.  Benefit Of Protein  Reduces Appetite and Hunger Levels  Increases Muscle Mass and Strength  Good for Your Bones Reduces Cravings a

Carbohydrates  It is a group of organic compounds occurring in living tissues and foods in the form of starch, cellulose, and sugars. The ratio of oxygen and hydrogen in carbohydrates is the same as in water i.e. 2:1. It typically breaks down in the animal body to release energy. Mainly sugars and starches, together constituting one of the three principal types of nutrients used as energy sources (calories) by the body. Carbohydrates can also be defined chemically as neutral compounds of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Classification of Carbohydrates The main classification of carbohydrate is done on the basis of hydrolysis . This classification is as follow: Monosaccharides : These are the simplest form of carbohydrate that cannot be hydrolyzed any further. They have the general formula of (CH2O)n. Some common examples are glucose, Ribose etc. Oligosaccharides : Carbohydrates that on hydrolysis yield two to ten smaller units or monosaccharides are oligo

Body Mass Index ( BMI ) Body mass index, or BMI, is a measure of body size. It combines a person's weight with their height. The results of a BMI measurement can give an idea about whether a person has the correct weight for their height. Body mass index (BMI) formula The following table shows standard weight status categories associated with BMI ranges for adults. Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) The rate at which energy is used by an organism at complete rest, measured in humans by the heat given off per unit time, and expressed as the calories released per kilogram of body weight or per square meter of body surface per hour.     The B.M.R. of an average Indian man is 1800-1900 Kcal/day. How to calculate your calories Calorie The calorie is a unit of energy. The energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water through 1 °C (now usually defined as 4.1868 joules). The calories needed to maintain

                 Balance body's pH     Since acidic body pH has harmful effect on overall health and well being, alkalizing or ‘balancing the pH of your body’ will help to maintain optimal health.     Bacteria & disease, especially cancer cells, cannot thrive in an alkaline body The two biggest contributors to acidity in the body are: 1) Food we consume, and 2) stress.      Including alkaline food in your diet will help maintain a healthy weight, improve the function of your immune system, boost your ability to absorb vitamins, and reduce chronic inflammation. Here are some tips to alkalize body in a natural way: Dietary alterations: • Make sure you eat a lot of leafy greens and sprouts, which will help alkalize. Include more of green leafy vegetables like spinach, celery , wheat grass , veggies like tomato, cucumber fruits like citrus fruits, ripe banana, avocado, herbs like ginger, garlic • Reduce your intake of grains. Avoid processed sugar, processed meat, h