FOOD TRIVIA: 30 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT FOOD!

Did you know for example, that avocado can serve as a substitute for butter? Or that seagull eggs are considered a real delicacy in the UK? of its vitamins? Or that watermelon seeds are edible and also packed with many benefits?
These are just some of the many food curiosities that you find below.

For starters, here's a video of healthy foods that hide large amounts of calories ...

1. Poppy seeds help counter stress

Try sprinkling some poppy seeds on your yogurt. In fact, these can act as a relaxant of the nervous system, thus going to fight stress in a natural way.

2. Avocado, a good substitute for butter

Did you know that avocado can replace butter? Use a small amount, avoiding its color turning green, and you can prepare your recipes in a healthier way.

3. Eating slowly helps you be happy

In addition to avoiding poor digestion, eating slower helps you get rid of stress and allows you to not overeat, as you learn to stop when you are no longer hungry.

4. White or blue fish?

The two types of fish differ in the amount of fat they contain. Blue fish usually exceed 10%, while white fish do not reach 5%. But beware, this does not mean that the blue ones are less recommendable, as most of their fats are healthy.

5. Oranges are not the foods with the most vitamin C

If you want to help prevent colds, oranges aren't your only allies. In fact, parsley, chili, broccoli or papaya have more vitamin C. Include them in your diet!

6. The anti-aging power of red fruits and vegetables

The reddish color that fruits and vegetables receive is due to lycopene, a powerful antioxidant, so eating tomatoes, peppers or watermelon helps prevent cellular aging.

7. Honey to fill you with energy

If you are looking for a healthy alternative to table sugar, honey is a great option. Among its many properties, this food is a great source of energy or can help soothe a cough. Try it!

8. Melon and watermelon, best at noon

Although they are delicious and a great summer dessert, they are not recommended for dinner, as due to their large amount of water they ferment very quickly in the stomach and can cause indigestion.

9. Milk improves teeth health

Surprisingly, some dairy products, such as cheese, milk or yogurt, are great for booca health, thanks to the presence of lactic acid, which also takes care of our gums and helps keep our teeth in top shape.

10. The thousand properties of pumpkin seeds

They are a source of magnesium, zinc, omega-3s and tryptophan. Their benefits are numerous and their flavor and their versatility make them perfect to be inserted in desserts, yogurt, stews, vegetables ... in short, good and healthy!

11. A thousand ways to eat fiber

In addition to being present in countless fruits and vegetables, fiber is also found in unsuspecting foods, such as popcorn, olives, pepper, pumpkin seeds or nuts.

12. Fresh cheeses, the favorites!

Did you know that fresh and semi-mature cheeses are the most consumed? Perhaps this is due to the fact that they also represent the healthiest and cheapest ones.

13. The various types of eggs

We are used to chicken eggs, but there is a great variety. Ostrich eggs, for example, are so large they could fit four people. Seagulls, on the other hand, are considered a delicacy in countries like the UK and Norway However, it is not recommended to eat more than four or five eggs per week.

14. Foods rich in calcium: not just milk!

Although milk is an undisputed source of calcium, there are many other foods in which this mineral can be found. These include spinach, onion, broccoli, legumes, nuts, yogurt, cheese, eggs, sardines, and seafood.

15. Do not throw away the yogurt liquid

Many people tend to throw away the liquid from the yogurt that is seen when opening it. However, its protein content is very important: it is composed of water and mineral salts and is rich in calcium and phosphorus. Better eat it all!

16. Ginger and saffron, friends of passion

Both ginger and saffron have aphrodisiac properties, and would therefore be able to arouse sexual desire.

17. Eat watermelon seeds

Did you know that watermelon seeds are edible and have countless properties? They are a source of fiber, magnesium, zinc, polyunsaturated fats, vegetable proteins ... Think twice before throwing them away!

18. Tomatoes, better cooked

Although many vegetables lose vitamins and minerals at high temperatures, a study in the journal Hospital Nutrition explained that, when heated, the lycopene in tomatoes intensifies their antioxidant potential.

19. Spinach salad, a winning option

The leaves of the vegetables look similar but are very different from each other. Cabbage, for example, helps to combat fatigue, watercress is rich in vitamins A and C and lettuce is suitable for the intestine. Spinach, on the other hand, is an inexhaustible source of vitamins A, C, E, magnesium, iron and acid. folic.

20. There are good fats!

Not all fats are bad for our body. Unsaturated fats are healthy and reduce bad cholesterol, so their consumption is highly recommended. They are present in foods such as salmon, tuna, avocado, walnuts, almonds, pistachios, sesame and olive oil.

21. Chocolate to wake up to

Interestingly, chocolate, although in a lower concentration than coffee or black tea, does contain caffeine, so it can be used as the perfect (albeit milder) stimulant and delicious alternative.

22. Green light to sushi!

In addition to being delicious, eating raw fish is very beneficial for health, as it contains those properties and vitamins that are lost when food is heated during cooking.

23. Chia and quinoa seeds for the heart

In addition to being an ideal complement to your yogurt or desserts, chia and quinoa seeds are rich in Omega 3, which promote good cholesterol and help our cardiovascular health.

24. Spices contain iron

When we talk about foods with iron we always think of lentils or clams, but the truth is that spices contain this mineral in large quantities: thyme, cumin, dill, oregano, bay leaf, basil, ground cinnamon ... to your recipes!

25. Thirst or hungry?

Strange as it may seem, many of us confuse thirst with hunger, which leads us to eat more. For this reason it is recommended to drink a glass of water before meals, in order to calm hunger and not eat more than necessary.

26. Food to help you sleep like a baby

If you want to sleep better, you can also count on the help of some foods. Whole grains (rice, oats, wheat or corn) and dairy products (fresh cheese, yogurt and milk) are rich in tryptophan, which helps boost melatonin, a sleep-promoting hormone.

27. Green tea to aid digestion

Green tea is rich in beneficial properties: it is a source of antioxidants, an excellent purifying ally and a great help for perfect digestion.

28. Fruit, better natural and whole!

When we peel or cut the fruits, we change their properties. This happens because the contact with light and especially with the air produces oxidation and loss of vitamin C, so if we do not intend to eat it immediately, it is better not to handle the fruit.

29. Vitamins are stored for a long time

How many times have you been told to drink fruit juice because the vitamins are gone? C "is a false belief that vitamin C evaporates from the juice, but the truth is that this only happens under extreme conditions (heating it a lot), so vitamins are stored for up to 12 hours after squeezing the juice.