- High in complex carbohydrates.
- Many are high in fiber.
- Enriched cereals are high in iron, niacin, thiamineand riboflavin, along with other B vitamins.
- Iron-fortified infant cereals are ideal introductory solid foods.
- Many commercial varieties are high in salt, sugar and fat.
- Bran cereals can reduce the absorption of iron, zinc and other minerals.
- High-bran products may cause bloating and flatulence.
- An excellent source of vitamin C.
- A good source of folate and potassium.
- Low in calories and high in fiber.
- An anticancer food.
- An excellent source of beta catotene, the precursor of vitamin A.
- A good source of dietary fiber and potassium.
- Help prevent night blindness.
- May help lower blood cholesterol levels and protect against cancer.
- Excessive intake can give skin a yellowish tinge.
- Low-calorie, almost fat-free snack or dessert.
- High in pectin, a soluble fiber that lowers cholesterol.
- Can provoke allergic reactions in susceptible people.
- They spoil quickly and are available for only a ew weeks in the summer.
- In small amounts, a good source of quick energy.
- Delicious occasional snacks or desserts.
- Most are high in fat and calories.
- Generally contain low amounts of most vitamins and minerals.
- Often contain trans fatty acids.
- Temporarily enhances mental alertness and concentration.
- Can improve athletic performance by temporarily increasing endurance.
- May abort an asthma attack by relaxing constricted bronchial muscles.
- Is mildly addctive and can result in withdrawal symptoms.
- Can cause insomnia.
- Excessive amounts can produce tremors.
- Palpitations and feelings of anxiety
- Diuretic effect increases urination
- Lowers the body's absorption of calcium by increasing the amount lost in urine and stools
- An excellent source of vitamin C.
- Low in calories and high in fiber.
- May help prevent colon cancer and malignancies
- Stimulated by estrogen.
- Can cause bloating and flatulence.
- Gives off strong, some what unpleasant sulfurous odor when cooked.
- Coleslaw can be high in calories.
- Improve flavour, moistness and texture of baked goods.
- Good sources of vitamins A and D.
- Margarine made with polysaturated oil contains essential fatty acids and vitamin E.
- Some margarines contain the additives.
- Sitostanol or sitosterol which can reduce cholesterol.
- A good source of complex carbohydrates.
- High in niacin, riboflavin, and other B-complex vitamins.
- Some kinds provide good amounts of iron
- Whole-grain breads are high in fiber.
- People with celiac disease cannot tolerate the gluten found in many breads.
- May trigger an adverse reaction in people allergic to molds.
- Often high in salt.
- Some breads made from refined flour may have a high glycemic index
- Causes feelings of aggression in some people.
- It is lower in alcohol concentrations than wine and hard liquor.
- Contains modest amounts of niacin, folate, vitamin B6 and some minerals.
- Over consumption can cause unwanted weight gain and obesity.
- Heavy drinking can lead to inebriation and alcoholism.
- Causes feelings of aggression in some people.