Ice cream is the most widely consumed frozen desserts. According to the IDFA (International Dairy Foods Association), the ice cream has been known around the 2nd century BC, though the original inventor is not certainty recorded. In the days of the Roman Empire, the Emperor Nero (54-86 BC) also frequently sent runners into the snow […]
Milk for Kids: Full Cream or Low Fat?
Milk is the normal secretion of milking animals obtained from one or more milkings without either addition to it or extraction from it intended for consumption as liquid milk or for further processing (CODEX STAN 206-1999). At the young mammals, including human infants, milk is the first food that can be digested (Varnam & […]
The Incredible Olive Oil
Olive oil is the oil obtained from the fruit that comes from the olive tree (Olea Europaea). These plants are usually found in the Mediterranean region such as the Middle East, Italy, Spain, Greece, and other countries in the vicinity and become the major component of Mediterranean diet. Many studies have uncovered the benefits […]
Food Processing Guidelines for Fiber Rich Food
Dietary fiber is becoming very popular these days. The benefits of dietary fiber to maintain the function of digestive system, stabilizes blood sugar levels, lower cholesterol levels and the risk of cardiovascular disease, even prevent colon cancer are well known by the public. Even BPOM (Indonesian FDA) already allow nutrition and health claims on […]
Nursing While Pregnant and Tandem Nursing
Nursing While Pregnant It is very rare to get pregnant during the period of exclusive breastfeeding. However, sometimes it happens and the mothers have to decide whether they will continue nursing during pregnancy or weaning the baby. It will bring mixed emotions and they may get conflicting advice from family, friends and health care providers. […]
The Best Diet Tips Ever!
Here are some of the best diet tips ever! Start eating when you feel hungry & stop eating before you feel full. Eat balance diet (see page: “Diet Guidelines”) with various foods to ensure you get all essential nutrients (including: carbohydrate, fat, protein, vitamins, minerals & water) After finishing 1 portion, wait for a […]