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  Can you use lard instead of oil for frying? Scientists have found that heating vegetable oils releases chemicals that can contribute to cancer and heart disease. As a healthier alternative, they recommend lard. Dangerous substances in other oils Researchers at De Montfort University in the UK have shown that frying in vegetable oils is detrimental to health (see study). When heated, toxic chemicals are released: aldehydes. These can promote the development of stomach ulcers, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and even dementia. Scientists have studied various oils for more than 20 years, such as lard and vegetable oils. It turned out that fish or chips, which are foods generally fried in sunflower or corn oil, contain up to 200 times more harmful aldehydes than the allowed daily limit set by the World Health Organization. Harmful oils What oils are harmful? British researchers advise against using products that contain polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as sunflower oil or corn oil. ...

What foods are bad for aging skin? Eating fruit and vegetables, apart from the many well-known nutritional benefits it brings, would also have a clear anti-aging function. Eating fruit has multiple health benefits. Just thinking about the great variety that both fruits and vegetables contain, many of them forgotten within the ultra-processed foods that make up the terrible Western Diet, is enough to realize the great nutritional treasure that these foods hide. In fact, many of these ultra-processed ones use advertising messages where they pride themselves on containing X or Y nutrients, trying to imitate fruits and vegetables. One of the many substances that are often mentioned as beneficial when eating fruit or vegetables are usually " flavonoids ", which also accompany the nutritional statements of other foods, such as dark chocolate or even wine; although in the latter case we know that the harms (alcohol) outweigh the benefits. Now, new research, recently published in the...

  Are apples high in estrogen? It is no secret that our bodies and our environment are full of estrogens. Apparently, boys and girls tend to physically mature at an earlier age and estrogens are responsible. Men and women differ for multiple reasons, speaking in terms of the body, but one of the main distinctions is the type of hormones we produce: men, testosterone, and women, instead produce estrogens. Why include foods that contain estrogens The need to include foods that contain estrogens has to do with the role that estrogens have in a woman's body. Since these regulate various aspects such as the menstrual cycle, fertility and the growth of female glands, such as the breasts, among other factors, the main one being that of regulating hormones. Estrogen-containing foods If after a check-up you have been able to verify that your estrogen levels are low, you can use these foods that contain estrogens to help your body to function properly again. You can also use this l...

  Can I eat as much salad as I want and still lose weight? It seems strange to have salads for breakfast, however, more and more people are including them in the morning because they contain everything you need to start the day full of nutrients and energy. We know that having vegetables for breakfast is not very typical in the western diet, but it is quite common in the diets of other parts of the world. But as we've mentioned, having salads for breakfast is a great way to start your day with nutrient-dense foods. A morning salad can boost your productivity and mood, improve your digestion, and also help you lose weight. Health benefits of eating salads for breakfast Breakfast salads generally consist of vegetables topped with various other foods, such as eggs, cheese, fruits, nuts, seeds, grains, and beans. If you don't know how to add more whole foods to your diet, a salad in the morning is an easy way. With this you guarantee a variety of benefits for the health of the body...

  What is alternative for egg for protein? Sometimes we want to lighten our recipes, however, egg intolerance and allergy can really be a puzzle when it comes to readjusting traditional dishes. How can we prepare a cake without eggs? But, on the other hand, if it is salty and sweet recipes, eggs are not 100% essential and there are several substitutes that we can use. The 10 egg substitutes for your recipes Therefore, here are tips to replace eggs without losing the essence of your recipes. 1. Tofu Tofu is one of the substitutes that vegetarians and vegans know very well. Admittedly, this healthy ingredient is very practical and adapts to all culinary situations. This Asian ingredient has a neutral flavor and is similar in texture to eggs. Therefore, tofu is especially recommended for the preparation of creamy desserts and other pastries. Tofu can also be used to prepare a delicious mayonnaise that will accompany several of your favorite dishes. In addition, like the egg, it is ver...

  How does boiling affect nutrients? We talk about how nutrients change when cooking to find out what is the most suitable cooking method to preserve them Eat more vegetables, eat healthy foods, avoid processed foods ... all of them are phrases that in recent years have been repeated in our heads as a mantra. We are all clear that this is what we should try to do. But beware, cooking is a way of processing food and depending on the method used to cook it is possible that the effort that some make to eat, for example, the vegetables they do not like, may not be as good as they think. And it is that food is transformed as we submit it to the different cooking methods. To a greater or lesser extent, temperatures and techniques used in the kitchen cause both vegetables and other foods to undergo changes that can become quite significant both in terms of calories and nutrient content. Food cooking methods ·        Roast in the oven: For dough, vegetables, m...