Pears are a great source of soluble fiber, vitamin C, B2 and E, copper and potassium. This fruit is good for people who suffer from diabetes as it helps to control blood sugar levels. There are different types of pears that vary in size, shape and color. The most popular are Anjou, Bartlett, Comice and [...]

Brussels sprouts are part of the cabbage family.  They are usually green but some of them tend to turn red.  Brussels sprouts contain a good source of folic acid, vitamin C and K, fiber and potassium. 1 cup (100 grams) of Brussels sprouts contains 65 calories, 6.4 grams of fiber and 5.64 grams of protein.  [...]

Corn is a complex carbohydrate, a good source of essential fatty acids and fiber.  One Cup (100 grams) of corn provides 86 calories, 2.0 grams of fiber and 3.7 grams of protein.  It is also rich in folate, which is good for pregnant women as it helps to generate new cells and is known to [...]

Snap peas are also known as snow peas or sugar snap peas.  Usually they are available in spring and winter.  This vegetable belongs to legume family and it is rich in iron, magnesium and calcium.  It’s also a good source of vitamin C and A, riboflavin, niacin and potassium. Snap peas are low in calories [...]

I have a five year old with a healthy appetite. I have taught her to eat vegetables and it still surprises me that she will. The key to this, I think, is that I ate them myself and also insisted on her eating them when she was young. I had read that all of us [...]

Constipation is well known for being one of the factors that can cause hemorrhoids. This condition is characterized by decrease in the frequency of defecation, straining when defecating, incomplete evacuation, abdominal bloating or pain and hard or small stools. Studies have shown that constipation is more common in children and the elderly. Although the precise [...]

Some people suffer from hemorrhoids because they are undergoing chemotherapy or other medical treatments that may create constipation.  However, most of us get hemorrhoids from low dietary fiber intake. To inspire those of you interested in being healthier longer, here are the benefits you can enjoy if you meet your dietary fiber needs. Decreased intestinal [...]

Nacho chips are made of corn so why don’t they contain more fiber?  Many of us like the smooth and crunchy taste of nacho chips but if we consume them with the whole kernel might not like them so much. The truth is that nachos and cheese without vegetables can cause constipation if eaten in [...]

Knowing how to buy whole grain bread is useful for creating a healthy diet. I have been confused by bread labels when I see all the choices in the supermarket. It is important to eat whole grain bread to avoid hemorrhoid irritation and inflammation. When the label on the bread says 100% whole wheat, it [...]

There are a huge number of cereals to choose from when you walk the cereal isle in the supermarket. One thing to know that is crucial for hemorrhoid sufferers is that cereals such as Fruit Loops, Frosted Flakes and Lucky Charms are not beneficial for simple hemorrhoid healing. These cereals are packed with sugar and [...]