Goat meat: everything about this tasty and healthy benefit

Goat: everything about this tasty and healthy meat

Many people do not like this type of meat because it has a specific smell, however, if it is properly processed and prepared, the dishes from it are very tasty, nutritious and healthy. This is what my blog is about today.

A bit of history:

Most often goat meat can be found in the Asian and African dishes. This is due to the availability of the meat in these regions. In Europe and America, it is used less frequently – mainly in villages. In large cities, goat meat is rarely found on the shelves of supermarkets; therefore, it is classed as a delicacy.

The history of many nations is tightly connected with this animal. This applies not only to cooking. In Christianity, the goat is associated with the image of Satan – a weakness of the personality. As for the scapegoat, this expression is also associated with religion. Below him hides the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who took upon himself all the sins of humanity. In Judaism, the scapegoat serves as an animal on whom sins were “imposed” and released into the desert.

Nutritional value of goat meat:

Goat meat is a meat containing very low levels of fat. It is recommended for people who are on a diet because of an illness. It is indispensable for people who want to lose weight.

Goat meat is rich in vitamins A, E, B, H and PP and fatty acids. Compared with pork and beef, it contains a minimum amount of harmful cholesterol. It is rich in calcium, iron and magnesium. In goat meat there are no carbohydrates, and the protein content is 27 grams per 100 grams of product, whereas the fat is only 3 grams.

The nutritional value of goat meat is lower than, for example, in lamb or pork, but higher than in beef or deer meat. It is easy to track in the following table with calorie content:

Meat variety – Calories, kcal / 100 g
Goat meat 216
Lamb 223
Fatty pork 490
Lean pork 315
Beef 188
Venison 155
Horse meat 142
Rabbit meat 183

Beneficial properties of goat meat:

Properly cooked tender goat meat has not only a pleasant taste, but also a lot of useful properties:

1. Goat is a lean meat that can be given to young children in the form of complementary foods. Nutritionists advise women and men who want to lose weight to change to eating goat meat. It is easily absorbed without causing discomfort in the stomach and intestines.

2. This meat contains a minimum amount of cholesterol, which is very important for many people who suffer from high cholesterol levels. This prevents blood clots from forming in the vessels.

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What can be made from bananas?

What can be made from bananas? What health benefits do they have?

How are they best stored?

This is what my blog is about today.

There are several ways to enjoy this delicious fruit:

1. Raw – simple peel the banana and eat it fresh.

2. Make your own chilled banana milkshake – the perfect combination of calcium from milk and various nutrients from the banana.

3. If you do not like milkshakes, enjoy a chilled glass of banana smoothie.

4. Make your fruit salad – combine a banana with other fruits.

5. Eat a peanut butter Banana.

6. Children can eat bananas dipped in chocolate.

7. Make a banana pudding or cream.

8. Add some sliced banana to your oatmeal.

9. Banana is good with a portion of muesli and milk.

10. Make your own banana bars – just combine the banana pulp with your favorite nuts and oilseeds – it might make a great snack.

11. A banana is even an excellent sugar substitute.

12. Use banana puree for baking.

13. You can also replace eggs with banana pulp when baking cakes.

We should also mention the possibility of cooking with banana chips and creating banana smoothies.

To make banana chips, peel and slice 6 bananas. Spread them on a greased baking sheet, then sprinkle with cinnamon and bake for almost 10 minutes in a hot oven.

For the smoothie, take one large banana, chop the fruit in a blender, add 1 tablespoon of honey, add 150ml of a cold bottle and mix thoroughly. Drink before meals once per day.

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Wheat shakes: some interesting facts

Wheat shakes: some interesting facts

This blog will discuss the many useful properties of wheat shakes.

1. Improved blood circulation

Poor blood circulation provokes weakness and fatigue. You start to feel exhausted. Shakes made from wheat increase blood circulation, because they are rich in iron, a mineral element that increases the number of red blood cells in the blood.

2. Wheat is a unique product

What makes it unique? Wheat grains contain a huge supply of nutrients: vitamins A, B, C and E, antioxidants, amino acids.

3. Wheat shakes as a source of natural energy

Do you feel tired and apathetic but do not want to drink coffee? Then try a wheat shake. It is rich in chlorophyll, which will help your immune system as well as increase the levels of oxygen in the body.

4. Effectively cleanses the liver

It’s no secret that the liver is the most overloaded organ. But oddly enough, we are more concerned about the health of the heart and brain. And our liver? This organ does all the dirty work in our body, and if you do not provide it with useful substances then your liver will soon refuse to function.

An overloaded and sick liver can seriously impair your life, so drink a wheat shake which is rich in fiber and is designed to remove toxins before they have time to be absorbed into the blood.

5. Enhances the immune system

You need to constantly take care of your immune system. If you eat junk food, are unmotivated to play sports and walk, then the body will sooner or later begin to falter. You can help it by drinking a wheat shake. This drink contains two times more vitamins C and A than orange and carrots. Thus, you will be provided with the most important vitamins, even in winter.

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Champignons and weight loss: nutritionists’ opinions and recommendations

Champignons have long been attributed as popular products and indispensable ingredients in a variety of dishes. However, it makes sense to ask the question: how appropriate are these mushrooms for diet programs? Their qualities, which make it possible to quickly cope with the feeling of hunger, make it possible to judge mushrooms as diet foods. This is confirmed by other properties. This is what my post is about today.

Champignons are rich in valuable components for the body. First of all, we are talking about vitamins. This applies to ascorbic acid, vitamins Bs, as well as fat-soluble cholecalciferol and ergocalciferol (vitamins from group D). In addition, a large number of fatty acids and a modest content of carbohydrate components in the composition of mushrooms complement their beneficial properties.

Mineral substances, as well as compounds on the basis of which proteins are formed, are also an important component of these fungi. Mushrooms also have a fairly large amount of phosphorus compounds, and this, in turn, gives them the qualities that seafood also has.

Since champignons contain vegetable protein, it is justifiable to include such mushrooms in weight-loss programs for vegetarians too. As a result, the muscles and their tone will receive proper support. This protein serves as a substitute for the proteins that make up meat products.

The content of sugary components in mushrooms is extremely small. As a result – a short list of contraindications to the use of these mushrooms for dietary purposes can be found. Moreover, they can be included in diabetic’s diets too.

Champignons have a beneficial effect on the hair and skin. Thanks to them, skin conditions can often be reduced and the skin’s appearance and color improve. In addition, vitamin B9, a component of mushrooms (also called folic acid), provides powerful support to the immune system and the functioning of the circulatory system, as well as the normalization of hormonal metabolism in women.

Being a low-calorie product, champignons are actively used in the development of diet menus. 100 grams of mushrooms account for about 30 kcal, which is a beneficial effect on the figure. Specially developed weight-loss programs with the participation of these mushrooms, include fasting. A significant share in the composition of mushrooms is water. This figure is close to 85%.

Based on a number of studies, it was found that if you replace a traditional menu with a small portion of mushrooms (it is about 160 grams), then in 30 days you can lose 2-3 kilograms of excess weight. You should not be embarrassed by such a modest portion in volume, since these mushrooms do an excellent job with the feeling of hunger and provide a steady sense of satiety.

The filling feeling that comes from eating mushrooms is achieved thanks to the fiberous nature of the vegetable. In addition, these components contribute to the normalization of metabolic processes. Additionally, energy metabolism is also activated, and the body will not face the problem of the lack of substances required for its vital activity.

As champignons combine well with other foods, they weigh in favor of the inclusion of mushrooms in diets aimed at losing weight. Mushrooms can be found in almost any grocery store, and their cost does not destroy the budget.

As a rule, mushrooms contribute to improving the taste of dishes. Cooking these mushrooms is easy enough, you do not need special skills.

As for the choice of which type of champignons is best for dieting, the prevailing opinion is that it is best to use fresh mushrooms. This conclusion was made by experts who analyzed feedback from people who have tried this weight loss program. However, this condition is not mandatory and strict. You can make a choice to use the frozen version, or use dried mushrooms in cooking. The only disadvantage with this approach would be the loss of flavor, however, the mushroom’s valuable components will remain.

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Iced coffee with almond milk: the latest trend

Iced coffee with almond milk: the latest trend

Iced coffee is an exquisite drink that will help you feel more invigorated and refresh yourself on a hot summer day. It is low-calorie, which means that the drink will not ruin your figure either.

According to legend, ancestors of today’s Oromo people in a region of Kaffa in Ethiopia were believed to have been the first to recognize the energizing effect of the coffee plant, though no direct evidence has been found indicating where in Africa coffee first grew or who among the native populations might have used it as a stimulant, earlier than the 15th century. The story of Kaldi, the 9th-century Ethiopian goatherd who discovered coffee when he noticed how excited his goats became after eating the beans from a coffee plant, did not appear in writing until 1671 and is probably apocryphal.

Other accounts attribute the discovery of coffee to Sheikh Omar. According to an ancient chronicle (preserved in the Abd-Al-Kadir manuscript), Omar, who was known for his ability to cure the sick through prayer, was once exiled from Mocha in Yemen to a desert cave near Ousab (modern-day Wusab, about 90 km east of Zabid). Starving, Omar chewed berries from nearby shrubbery but found them to be bitter. He tried roasting the seeds to improve the flavor, but they became hard. He then tried boiling them to soften the seed, which resulted in a fragrant brown liquid. Upon drinking the liquid Omar was revitalized and sustained for days. As stories of this “miracle drug” reached Mocha, Omar was asked to return and was made a saint.

This recipe for cold coffee does not require a set of exotic and expensive products, so everyone can make it. This drink is served in chic restaurants with Michelin stars, so you can also pleasantly surprise your guests at your next dinner party.

So, for the ingredients you will need:

1. Ground coffee.
2. Milk made from almond, coconut or cow’s milk.
3. Honey.
4. Ice
5. Cinnamon and vanilla to taste.

First, brew a pot of strong coffee such as an american or espresso. Be sure to boil ground coffee in coffee pot. No freeze-dried coffee, it will only spoil the taste.

Then pour the coffee into a shaker (blender or other container) and add one cup of milk (coconut, almond, cow).

After that, we put ice cubes into a shaker. 5-6 pieces will be enough.

Then, instead of sugar, add 2 teaspoons of honey and beat with a mixer.

Add a few teaspoons of honey, cinnamon or vanilla extract for a little sweetness if desired.

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