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Connie Limon's Articles in Nutrition-Diet

  • Nutrition Facts: Alcohol, Antioxidants, Caffeine And Calcium
    In this article you will learn some simple nutrition facts about alcohol, antioxidants, caffeine and calcium.

    Too much alcohol can raise the levels of fats in the blood, lead to high blood pressure, heart failure and increased calories. Too many calories lead to obesity and a higher risk of developing diabetes. Excessive and binge drinking can lead to stroke.

    The American Heart Association recommends if you drink alcohol, do so in moderation. Moderation means an aver...
  • Nutrition Facts: Cholesterol, Fiber, Oat Bran, Fat And Fat Substitutes
    There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble. Fruits, vegetables, some whole-grain foods, beans and legumes are good sources of dietary fiber.

    Soluble fiber has been shown to help lower blood cholesterol when regularly eaten as part of a diet low in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol. Good sources of soluble fiber include:

    •Oat bran
    •Oatmeal
    •Beans
    •Peas
    •Rice bran
    •Barley
    •Citrus fruits
    •Strawberries
    •Apple pulp

    Insoluble fiber does not seem to ...

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