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 [...]

Asparagus has been used in the treatment of rheumatism and arthritis, but they are also good if you are suffering from hemorrhoids, as they are a great source of dietary fiber.  They are also rich in iron, phosphorous, vitamin K, A and C, folic acid and potassium.  On the other hand asparagus provides more protein [...]

Green beans offer great health benefits and the best thing is that they are very low in calories.  They are an excellent source of vitamin C, K, and A, magnesium, thiamin, calcium, protein, phosphorus, omega-3 fatty acids and niacin. Green beans help to maintain strong bones due to the vitamin K provided by them plus [...]

Avocados are a delicious fruit that contain monosaturated and polyunsaturated fats the body needs. Oils provided by an avocado are oleic acid and linoleic, which may help to reduce cholesterol levels. Avocados also provide vital nutrients such as vitamins B, C, E and K, potassium and fiber.  A half avocado contains approximately 160 calories, 2.0 [...]

There are a lot of bad things about having a hemorrhoid flare-up.  Immobility, lack of appetite, moodiness and the worst — PAIN. The last thing you’d want to do during a hemorrhoid flare-up is to cook and since it is so important to eat well during hemorrhoid inflammation, I’ve done research on frozen meals that [...]

Eating bread several times a week is common in an American diet. For those who suffer from hemorrhoids, using the right hemorrhoid treatment may not be enough if they are not also eating the right bread for hemorrhoid prevention. Some people think that they cannot do without their white bread but there are many options [...]

One of my biggest dietary fears has always been when the doctors say, “Stay away from white flour.” Of course, we all want to eat the best possible diet but some of us also want to enjoy pasta once in a while without having to pay a price later. Staying away from pasta is not [...]