Health profile Chicken consumption increased 113% from 1973 to 2003. Deprived of its skin, this very popular poultry in Canada is lower in fat than certain cuts of red meat. Its white flesh is also less fat than its brown flesh, but both provide more than a dozen essential vitamins and minerals. Active ingredients and properties […]
Read MoreHealth profile Pork contains several nutrients essential for health. It contains high quality protein. It is also rich in zinc, selenium and group B vitamins, especially vitamin B1 (thiamine) whose levels surpass those of other meats. Its fat content varies depending on the cut, but generally pork is considered lean meat. Active ingredients and properties Cardiovascular diseases . Meat is […]
Read MoreHealth profile Pork contains several nutrients essential for health. It contains high quality protein. It is also rich in zinc, selenium and group B vitamins, especially vitamin B1 (thiamine) whose levels surpass those of other meats. Its fat content varies depending on the cut, but generally pork is considered lean meat. Active principles and properties Cardiovascular diseases . Meat is […]
Read MoreHealth profile Like many seafood, the scallop is particularly rich in minerals essential to the body. The high protein and low fat content of this bivalve mollusc gives it an interesting nutritional aspect. Active ingredients and properties The active ingredients of the scallop have not been the subject of specific studies. However, there are some studies showing […]
Read MoreHealth profile The clam is a good source of several minerals including iron, selenium, manganese, copper, zinc and phosphorus. These characteristics, combined with its high protein and low lipid content, give the clam a special place in healthy eating. Active ingredients and properties The active ingredients in clams have not been the subject of specific studies. However, […]
Read MoreHealth profile Goose brings diversity to the menu, although it is still considered a delicacy due to its high price. The goose flesh is delicate and juicy. Wild goose meat is harder than farmed goose because it exercises more than the latter. In Quebec, although the production of farmed goose is still limited, it is possible to obtain […]
Read MoreHealth profile Egg: understand everything in 2 min In recent years, nutrition experts have faced a dilemma: limiting consumption of eggs, given their high cholesterol content, or recommending it, given their high content of high quality protein as well as in several vitamins and minerals. Recent scientific data tend to show that the egg is a […]
Read MoreMackerel is a saltwater fish, highly prized for its flesh. It belongs to the same family as the tuna. It is very nutritious, inexpensive and can be consumed in various ways. Characteristics of mackerel: Rich in omega 3; Source of vitamin D; Source of group B vitamins; Source of iron, iodine and selenium; Rich in protein. What […]
Read MoreCharacteristics of the sheep: Rich in iron and zinc; Source of phosphorus; Rich in vitamin B2 and B12; Rich in protein; High content of saturated fatty acids. What is sheep? Sheep identity card Type: Meat; Family: Goats; Origin: From Europe to New Zealand; Color: Red meat; Flavor: Pronounced. Differences with nearby foods Sheep should not […]
Read MoreHealth profile Grouper, a lean fish, is an excellent source of iron, phosphorus and vitamin B2. In addition, like all fish, it contains an appreciable amount of complete proteins. This tropical fish deserves to be discovered. Active ingredients and properties The grouper is a fish with little fat and is therefore considered a lean fish. The regular consumption of […]
Read MoreVersatile, they lend themselves to preparations inspired by the great cuisines of the world. Add herbs, saffron, curry, garlic, tomato, or coconut milk. Easy to prepare, they can transform a simple dish into a gourmet meal. Farmed mussels are eaten all year round while wild mussels are harvested and consumed during the months of March, April, May, October […]
Read MoreThe cod is amazing, prepared in brandade with which we will stuff a pepper or a zucchini. It is healthy and good simply poached and accompanied by some vegetables and an aioli to give it a little vigor. Unless you prefer your eggs, the Greeks prepare taramosalata. Characteristics of cod: Rich in proteins that contain the nine […]
Read MoreRabbit is a white meat combining a delicate taste and several nutritional qualities. This meat has its place in the context of a healthy diet when it can be eaten. The rabbit is easy to cook and goes with a multitude of foods. Characteristics of the rabbit: Rich in animal proteins; Low in fat; Source of group […]
Read MoreHealth profile Milk: understand everything in 2 min For several years, there has been controversy about the positive health effects of milk consumption. There is an abundance of scientific literature on the relationship between milk and the onset, prevention or treatment of certain diseases. This is why it is important to make a critical and objective judgment. The […]
Read MoreHealth profile The oyster, which is a bivalve mollusc (a valve, each of the two parts of their shell), is an excellent source of vitamin B12 , copper , iron , zinc , as well as several other nutrients. In addition, the lipid content of the oyster, slightly higher than that of other seafood, gives it the advantage of being a good source of vitamins […]
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