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What are Black Burgers?

Jan 30th 2020 Meynard

There has been a huge rise in the popularity of fast food all around the world, so wherever you go,

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The most expensive watermelons in the world

Oct 5th 2019
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Chips for chips: Can you gamble with food?

Aug 9th 2019
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Pets or plants? Chia Pets!

Apr 10th 2019

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World Cup Diet: What Keeps The Players Fueled?

Jan 11th 2020 Meynard

World Cup is a global sensation, and if the spectators are anxious before each game, especially if they are regulars

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Do athletes need more food than non-athletes?

Nov 2nd 2019
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Weird foods around the world

Aug 26th 2019
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Helpful tips on how to make your diet successful

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Can You Learn How To Cook In Augmented Reality Kitchens?

Mar 1st 2020
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Video Game-Themed Food Items

Feb 27th 2020
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Eat, Drink, and Play Games – Top Fun Restaurants Everyone Should Visit

Feb 7th 2020
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What are Black Burgers?

Jan 30th 2020
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World Cup Diet: What Keeps The Players Fueled?

Jan 11th 2020
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3 Ways to Make Food Prep an Exciting Game

Dec 23rd 2019

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Can You Learn How To Cook In Augmented Reality Kitchens?

Mar 1st 2020 Meynard

We have always relied on technology to fill our gaps in knowledge, skill, mobility, and health, so, it was only a matter of time when the digitalization would work its way into our kitchen to the point where it becomes a personal cooking trainer. An augmented kitchen can help us

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Video Game-Themed Food Items

Feb 27th 2020 Meynard

Video games have been a dominating force for a long time now, and video game enthusiasts are not shy to show just how much they love their favorite games. They often make fan art or dress up as their favorite characters to show their love and support, but did you

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Eat, Drink, and Play Games – Top Fun Restaurants Everyone Should Visit

Feb 7th 2020 Meynard

Everyone loves to play; after all, we learn and have fun through every game. It also brings a sense of nostalgia, and a chance to compete with either friends or strangers. Everyone also loves having a delicious meal, so having a place that provides gaming experience and food, is a

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Fun Food Stories

What are Black Burgers?

Jan 30th 2020 Meynard

There has been a huge rise in the popularity of fast food all around the world, so wherever you go, you can find French fries, fried chicken, pizza, chicken nuggets, burgers and so on. This isn’t news to most people, but what we are going to talk about here might

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World Cup Diet: What Keeps The Players Fueled?

Jan 11th 2020 Meynard

World Cup is a global sensation, and if the spectators are anxious before each game, especially if they are regulars on sites like bonusnewjersey.com, you can only imagine how the players are feeling. The matches must be truly stressful and exhausting, which maybe makes you wonder, what do players eat

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3 Ways to Make Food Prep an Exciting Game

Dec 23rd 2019 Meynard

”I don’t have enough time” or ”I don’t like cooking” are usually the reasons people use as excuses not to cook during the week. It is more convenient to eat out instead of cooking at home, but eating out every day can also become an unhealthy habit, and an expensive

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How Foodstagramming Changed Our Eating Habits

Dec 6th 2019 Meynard

Before social networks were popular, companies, merchants and artisans, advertised their services mostly via TV, radio, and newspaper. Not that those marketing tactics are no longer present, but digital marketing has a more significant impact. Considering how digital marketing has evolved and gravitates towards more engaging and easy to consume

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Fantastic Vegan Meals and Where to Find Them

Nov 29th 2019 Meynard

Are you on a hunt for some vegan-friendly restaurants and eateries where you can have delicious meals? Then keep reading this fantastic guide that will lead you straight to the places where you can eat tofu, kale, avocados, and all the delicious vegan food! Fancy Radish The address of this

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Do athletes need more food than non-athletes?

Nov 2nd 2019 Meynard

For both athletes and non-athletes, it is important to have a diet consisting of a variety of foods. Following a diet that excludes certain foods won’t cut it. All people need the same basic nutrients. These nutrients include carbohydrates, fats, and protein. They are essential when it comes to leading

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5 Educational Cooking Games for Your Child

Oct 24th 2019 Meynard

In a world that we are living today, lack of physical activity, obesity, and other health issues are the main concern of many doctors and nutritionists. Developing healthy eating habits is of the utmost importance and these habits are best developed in youth. It is quite normal for children to

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    • Can You Learn How To Cook In  Augmented Reality Kitchens?
      Can You Learn How To Cook In Augmented Reality Kitchens?Mar 1st 2020Food & TechnologyWe have always relied on technology to fill our gaps in knowledge, skill, mobility, and health, so, it was only a matter of time when the digitalization would work its way into our kitchen to the point where it becomes a personal cooking trainer. An augmented kitchen can help us improve our cooking through gamification of the whole process. However the entire concept is quite new, so we have to ask ourselves if “the rumors are true?” Here we will explore the current capabilities of augmented reality kitchen, and go over the things it can and cannot do. Hopefully, we will be able to ascertain whether it can help chef novices achieve mastery in their passion. What Is Augmented Reality Kitchen?   Augmented reality kitchen relies on apps and devices to help you keep your fridge fully stocked, to give you cooking instructions, and various other things depending on the setup. When it comes to cooking it can read the recipes out loud, or remind you for how long a meal has been in the oven, but now it can do much more. For example, the new app acts as a guide to help cut fish and remove its entrails. In other words, the goal is to create an app that can help the user throughout the entire cooking process not just reading the instructions out loud. Furthermore, you will be able to keep track of what is available in terms of food supplies, so if you need specific ingredients for a recipe, you will know exactly what should be on your shopping list. Can It Help You Learn How To Cook? Cooking is so much more than merely following written instructions. You need to frequently taste the food, check if it needs more salt, or sugar or any other ingredient. Furthermore, you should check if the meal you are preparing needs to stay in the oven or on the stove for a few more minutes. These are the things that the app cannot do, and this is what you learn through personal experience. In other words, the app cannot turn you into a master chef on your first try, but it will help you to some extent, as it will give you instructions to ensure the prepared meal tastes okay. To sum up, the augmented kitchen is useful when it comes to teaching inexperienced people how to prepare food. Especially, if you have additional guidelines and reminders during the whole process. It is also helpful in the sense that you can ask which brands of products to use to ensure the result to be more delicious. However, we should think of it like training wheels on a bike, something that helps you build confidence before you can truly start cooking and mastering that skill on your own.     ...
    • Video Game-Themed Food Items
      Video Game-Themed Food ItemsFeb 27th 2020Food in GamesVideo games have been a dominating force for a long time now, and video game enthusiasts are not shy to show just how much they love their favorite games. They often make fan art or dress up as their favorite characters to show their love and support, but did you know they’ve gotten so creative that they are even making food inspired by video games? It is probably the perfect way to combine one’s love for food and cooking with the love for video games. So, if you love to cook, you might find your inspiration in one of your favorite games and if not, you can simply appreciate and maybe try some of these food items that could easily be considered works of art. Bear Stew from Red Dead Redemption 2 Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of those games that is so realistic that you even need to hunt and cook or steal food for yourself every day. This action-adventure game is great because of its western inspired theme and realistic characters and settings. Moreover, it has been a good source for all those cooks that love to show off their creativity in the kitchen. One of the meals that came from this game is the bear stew that is made out of venison, rabbit meat, and bear meat together with other ingredients, such as vegetables and flour. The cooking process is relatively easy, but it might take up a bit of your time, roughly around two hours. The recipe is available online for anyone who would like to experiment in the kitchen and try firsthand what their favorite character was eating in the game. Monster Cake from Zelda: Breath of the Wild The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an action-adventure video game that features the character Link who wakes up after 100 years and has an important mission to accomplish. The players are given tasks and instructions, but rather than that they can explore the world however they want, and cooking is a part of it. If you take some of the recipes from the game they might result in a fine meal or dessert, just switch the open fire with your stove for practical reasons. One of those desserts you can come across if you play this game is the Monster Cake that is in reality as delicious as it looks. Although it has the word ‘monster’ in its name, it is neither bad nor difficult to make and it guarantees that the children are going to love it too. Kirby Macaroons and Super Mario Appetizers 4 These aren’t actual meals from the video games, but they are quite impressive food items inspired by various video games. There is almost every video game character you can think of, from Kirby made out of macaroons and Angry Birds sandwiches to Minecraft crispy rice cakes and Pac-Man pizza. Even the mushrooms and the flowers from Super Mario have been made into food. So, if you are nostalgic for an old video game you loved, or just cannot express your obsession for the new releases enough, try some of these character inspired food items, or make your original creation. One thing is sure, you will definitely have fun doing it....
    • Eat, Drink, and Play Games – Top Fun Restaurants Everyone Should Visit
      Eat, Drink, and Play Games – Top Fun Restaurants Everyone Should VisitFeb 7th 2020Cool Food PlacesEveryone loves to play; after all, we learn and have fun through every game. It also brings a sense of nostalgia, and a chance to compete with either friends or strangers. Everyone also loves having a delicious meal, so having a place that provides gaming experience and food, is a brilliant idea. Luckily, that idea has been successfully implemented in numerous instances, and you can read the reviews for both the games and restaurants all over the internet. Here we will go over the best places where you can have a great snack and enjoy a fun and engaging play session with your friends and family.  Dave & Buster’s  Dave & Buster’s has an impressive game selection and a fantastic prize pool. You can play all sorts of arcade games, video games, VR, bowling, billiards, etc. In other words, there is something anyone can appreciate, regardless of the age or the type of games you like to play. To top it all, Dave & Buster’s, has delicious food on their menu, especially if you like steak or burgers. So, if you fancy yourself a pro gamer, and love to win awesome prizes, then Dave & Buster’s is a place to go. Up & Up It got its name after the two flights of stairs. To be specific, guests had to enter the building and climb up the narrow stairway to get to the bar. The original place is on Saco’s Main Street, and it somewhat resembles a recording studio. Here guests can enjoy a variety of tabletop board games, or play Pac-Man and PlayStation in booths designated for those machines. The place also serves a variety of different cocktails, wines, and beers, and when it comes to food, there are chicken wings, grilled cheese, popcorn, chips, salsa, and chili. Bayside Bowl If you are wondering where you should spend your time on a cold winter night, then look no further than Bayside Bowl. Much like the name suggests, this is a bowling alley, so you can rest assured that there will be plenty of beer and entertainment to go around. If you are famished, do not shy away from ordering an exceptional bowling alley grub, or BBQ pork cigars or a Cuban sandwich. So far, the customers have deemed their tater tots as the best meal option, therefore you cannot go wrong if you decide to order it. On weekends there is also live music here, so you should visit them even if the bowling isn’t your thing. Two Bit Circus Finally, if you are looking for a place that is both loaded with the game and meal selections then Two Bit Circus, is the best option by far. Arcade, VR, consoles, karaoke, and loads of other virtual attractions await those who choose to dine here. As far as the food goes, they have an outstanding menu with BBQ and pizza specialties, as well as vegan meal options. If you are low on energy, you can also order desserts or sweet cocktails. Or if you want to chill go for beer or wine, as there is a wide array of both in store.  ...
    • What are Black Burgers?
      What are Black Burgers?Jan 30th 2020Fun Food StoriesThere has been a huge rise in the popularity of fast food all around the world, so wherever you go, you can find French fries, fried chicken, pizza, chicken nuggets, burgers and so on. This isn’t news to most people, but what we are going to talk about here might have slipped under your radar and that is the black burger. What are black burgers? Simply put, black burgers are burgers with black buns. Basically, they aren’t much different from regular burgers, but they surely look more exotic and interesting. The black buns give the burger a new modern look, which makes this food more attractive. No wonder that people line up as soon as they see black burgers as they quickly get curious and want to try them out. The rise of black burgers Black burgers have taken social media by storm since 2012 when they were first sold in Japan. The international food chain Burger King decided to introduce their very new all-black burgers with black cheese and black sauce to the food industry. Since the day of their release, numerous restaurants started taking note of the new and popular trend and began adding it to their menus. Soon after that, with the help of social media, of course, the trend, slowly but surely, started spreading all around the world. The secret ingredient – activated charcoal You are probably wondering how the food chain managed to achieve this new look? How were they able to make the buns look black? Usually, when we see black food that isn’t supposed to be black, the first thing that comes to mind is that the food may be spoiled, not edible or at least quite risky to eat. So what is it that makes the buns all black and yet, at the same time, it doesn’t mess up our stomachs? The answer to this question is activated charcoal. Mixing a little bit of this edible charcoal before baking the buns seems to be more than enough to make them black and tempting to taste. The same ingredient has been used in other foods as well. As we have already mentioned, cheese and sauce can be blackened too with the use of activated charcoal, further increasing the attractiveness of the black burger and customers’ interest and hunger. If you are worried about the safety of eating activated charcoal, you should know that it can have beneficial effects on your health when taken in proper doses, and black burgers surely don’t contain a lot of it and are perfectly safe to eat. If you love burgers and like to try out new food, black burgers are something you shouldn’t miss out on.  ...
    • World Cup Diet: What Keeps The Players Fueled?
      World Cup Diet: What Keeps The Players Fueled?Jan 11th 2020Diets & Eating HabitsWorld Cup is a global sensation, and if the spectators are anxious before each game, especially if they are regulars on sites like bonusnewjersey.com, you can only imagine how the players are feeling. The matches must be truly stressful and exhausting, which maybe makes you wonder, what do players eat during the world cup? You can probably guess that all of them have a professional nutritionist and some teams even have a professional chef, but the question is what do they eat? Here we will go over the meals of champions, and discuss the diet of top echelon athletes during the World Cup. Glycogen Intake    The most crucial element for football players’ diet is glycogen. It is assimilated through carbs, and therefore the food that the players eat is rich in fat. Of course, this is not something they would consume before the game, but it is a good choice to eat fat-rich food a few hours before the training. Their training includes a lot of sprinting and jumping, and depending on the player’s position on the team they burn around 3500 calories per training and about 1200 during the match. Energy Bars and Cereal During the match players run approximately 12 to 13 km, but for those who play in the middle of the field that distance can easily go up to 20 km, especially if the match is extended. Attackers, on the other hand, cover the range of 9 to 10 km, but their position necessitates a lot of sprints or speed bursts, which consumes more stamina. It is essential for them to have more carbohydrates in their diet to keep up their performance. So it is not unusual for these players to have a quick carb-rich snack during the half-time break. Energy bars or cereals are easy to digest and contain up to 60g of carbohydrates, and this what they eat during that break. Food On The Day Of The Game On the day of the game, players tend to eat basic meals such as fish, grilled chicken, rice, potato, etc. They also eat fruit or vegetable salads a few hours before the game starts. Generally speaking, players opt for a meal that is a safe bet. The last thing they want is for a meal to make them sick, or to be heavy on the stomach, or that can interfere with their performance in any way. Meals After The Game Even after the game is finished, the players will opt for a healthy snack. In 80% of the time, it will be a meal with high nutritional value, but just like any other person on the planet, players want to eat fun and tasty meals. So, in 20% of the time players might go for a pizza night or grilled chicken, or a burger, as you see in a movie or a TV show. It wouldn’t come as a surprise that they would have those meals in case of losing a match, as sort of a silver lining to the overall outcome. Also, players usually eat 3 or 4 hours after the game.  ...
    • 3 Ways to Make Food Prep an Exciting Game
      3 Ways to Make Food Prep an Exciting GameDec 23rd 2019Food in Games”I don’t have enough time” or ”I don’t like cooking” are usually the reasons people use as excuses not to cook during the week. It is more convenient to eat out instead of cooking at home, but eating out every day can also become an unhealthy habit, and an expensive one. That is why food prepping has become a popular ritual for all those who want to eat healthier but do not want to cook every day. Cooking doesn’t seem as daunting as before when you make it into a fun and exciting game that you can even look forward to.     Make it into a race If you are a person who does well under pressure, then something like a timer that is going to measure your food prep time can be a good idea for you. You can even make a bigger challenge out of it by pretending that you are in a race and that you have to beat your previous score. After all, there isn’t one great cooking show without that time pressure element – that is why they are so interesting to watch. If you have that competitive spark in you, you can do this with a family member to see who is going to be faster. Try out new cuisines Food prep can also become a more interesting habit when you try out new recipes and new cuisines. You can imagine you are in a cooking contest again, but this time, you will be both a contestant and the judge.  Pick a theme for each day of the week and stick with that plan. Every day you can give a certain number of stars to the cuisine you are trying out that day depending on how much you enjoyed it. By the end of the week, you can see which cuisines are going to the next round. After a couple of weeks, you will have a winner and a new favorite cuisine. Make a party out of it If you are just looking to make your food prepping time more enjoyable and exciting, there isn’t a better way than to make it into a party. You can play some uplifting music and dance around your kitchen while you prepare your favorite meals. If you invited some of your friends over, or maybe your family members decide to join you, even better! This way, cooking won’t be another chore you need to finish that day, but a fun experience for you and those around you, that is both relaxing and fun, and will definitely put you in a better mood.  ...
    • How Foodstagramming Changed Our Eating Habits
      How Foodstagramming Changed Our Eating HabitsDec 6th 2019Food & TechnologyBefore social networks were popular, companies, merchants and artisans, advertised their services mostly via TV, radio, and newspaper. Not that those marketing tactics are no longer present, but digital marketing has a more significant impact. Considering how digital marketing has evolved and gravitates towards more engaging and easy to consume content, it should come as no surprise that the number of food videos has spiked over the past few years. Today we have so many image filters, and video editing apps that it is easy to create a captivating image or a video of a meal, and deliver instructions on how to make it. Of course, this is not the only reason why our eating habits have changed. Here we will explore all the factors that have influenced our daily lives and changed how we prepare or order our food.    More Food Vendors Food vendors are now way more widespread than back in the day. Many factors contributed to this change. First, food vendors can market their product using budget-friendly tactics. Second, using online data more demographics are available, and we can know with more certainty just what kind of food sells more. Therefore food vendors can open their shop and pick a food niche that will be more impactful on a particular neighborhood. Considering how vendors also want to be competitive, they are continually improving their service and menu options. So, nowadays when you are thinking of what you can eat there will undoubtedly be 5 or 6 options nearby that prepare the type of food you like. It is also worth mentioning that food is ordered way more accessible nowadays since all it takes is a few touches on your smartphone app. So, it should come as no surprise that people eat more frequently today, as delicious food is so accessible.   More easy to follow recipes In addition to more food vendors, our eating habits were affected by the food recipes we see online. Today, even someone who thinks of themselves as a lazy person can find an easy to follow a recipe for a delicious meal. These continuously pop up in your social media feed, either as a sponsored video, or an Instagram story for example. Back in the day, if you wanted to find an easy-to-cook meal, you would have to open the dusty cookbook, or even browse different websites before you can find the recipe that is compatible with your lifestyle, However, nowadays, these recipes fall into your lap.   Better appliances Finally, there are more appliances today that help us prepare food quicker. Those same appliances are not expensive and can be ordered online, so a modern kitchen contains lots of these handy gadgets that make it convenient for us to cook. Not only that but the latest trend is known as augmented reality kitchen can encourage anyone to learn how to cook. The augmented kitchen relies on gamification to turn cooking into a more engaging and exciting activity.   All of the factors mentioned above played an essential role in the change in our eating habits. We are more likely to prepare our meals and to order food nowadays. Moreover, new food trends are constantly emerging, and we want to try something new, which is why we are no longer eating just because we are hungry, we are eating to feed our curiosity as well.  ...
    • Fantastic Vegan Meals and Where to Find Them
      Fantastic Vegan Meals and Where to Find ThemNov 29th 2019Cool Food PlacesAre you on a hunt for some vegan-friendly restaurants and eateries where you can have delicious meals? Then keep reading this fantastic guide that will lead you straight to the places where you can eat tofu, kale, avocados, and all the delicious vegan food! Fancy Radish The address of this fantastic restaurant is 600 H Street, NE in Washington, DC, and here you can find different vitamin and mineral-rich dishes that will blow your mind! When you step into this beautiful vegetable restaurant the first thing you will notice is the amazing interior decor – a perfect mix of urban industrial decor and verdant garden will have you reaching for your camera. The best thing about this place is that their menu changes with the season, so you can always expect only the freshest natural ingredients in their signature dishes. Homegrown Smoker Who says vegan food is not soul food? At Homegrown Smoker in Portland Oregon you can have tasty vegan BBQ and feel like you are in one of the episodes of Epic Meal Time (only this one is vegan-friendly). Choose your favorite among all the appetizers, sandwiches, salads, burgers, sides and their HGS favorites! A note from a friend: Even though they offer gluten-free meals not all of their food is completely gluten-free. Shizen Dear vegans, if you happen to be in San Francisco in California, you have to check out this place! The ultimately instagrammable food decor, vegan sushi dishes and happy faces you can see at the tables around you will make you want to try all the colorful beauties from their entirely plant-based menu! Do you want art on your plate? Here you can get that combined with all the healthiest vegan ingredients! Let’s not forget to mention their cozy wooden interior with cute little vertical gardens on the walls, that will make your experience even better! Crossroads If you are at the crossroads of Melrose and Sweetzer in Los Angeles, you can find this vegan restaurant right at the corner! There are no obvious hints that will make you think this is a vegan-friendly restaurant; actually, many “non-vegans” come by this place regularly because the food is so delicious! Here you can find everything from raw food to baked specialties and guilty pleasure desserts! Once you try the food at the Crossroads, you will definitely make this your go-to place! Charlie Was A Sinner Dine at this all-vegan bar in Philadelphia where they serve vegan-friendly pasta, grilled vegetables, pickled goodies, and cocktails. If you feel like going out with your friends, but you would love to nibble on some vegan snacks, Charlie Was A Sinner is a perfect place for you! Their menu is rich with plant-based dishes and drinks you will love! Make sure you check out this vegan restaurant/bar if you are passing through this area!  ...
    • Do athletes need more food than non-athletes?
      Do athletes need more food than non-athletes?Nov 2nd 2019Diets & Eating HabitsFor both athletes and non-athletes, it is important to have a diet consisting of a variety of foods. Following a diet that excludes certain foods won’t cut it. All people need the same basic nutrients. These nutrients include carbohydrates, fats, and protein. They are essential when it comes to leading a healthy lifestyle, and both athletes and non-athletes should include them in their diets. Do athletes need to eat more? It depends. High-intensity performance requires a diet higher in calories. Fats and carbohydrates are essential for building muscle. The more muscular you are, the more your body requires both fats and carbs. Depriving your body of these nutrients, especially during a high-intensity workout, is a ticket to fatigue and low energy levels. This is why sports drinks exist! If a workout lasts longer than ninety minutes, it is probably a good idea to take something with higher sugar levels, some simple carbs such as an energy bar or a sports drink. Even though we’ve all heard that food containing a lot of sugar is bad for us, because the energy it gives us is short-lasting, having a burst of energy will boost your performance and help you finish your workout session. Some athletes practice avoiding sugary foods a few days before a competition and when they need to boost their performance, they take something sweet. Water Water intake also differs when you compare athletes and non-athletes. Depending on your muscle weight, your body consists of 50% to 70% of water. Exercising makes you sweat and this way your body loses water. Depending on the amount of water you lose, you need to hydrate your body more to keep its fluid levels stable. It is essential that athletes drink water before, during, and after their workout session. Iron Iron is really important to athletes. It is the main component of hemoglobin, which is essential for carrying oxygen throughout your body and oxygen is essential to performing well. A lack of iron leads to getting tired more quickly and to experiencing fatigue and dizziness, headaches as well. It is obvious that all of this decreases your performance, which is why athletes need to consume more iron-rich foods, such as fatty fish, red, and other kinds of meat. You should keep in mind that this does not mean that all athletes need to consume more food. It depends on their muscle weight, activity, performance, and other factors. We should all strive to eat as much healthy food as possible, in accordance with our bodily needs and lifestyle, of course. After all, each body is different and it needs different nutrients to function at an optimal level.          ...
    • 5 Educational Cooking Games for Your Child
      5 Educational Cooking Games for Your ChildOct 24th 2019Food in GamesIn a world that we are living today, lack of physical activity, obesity, and other health issues are the main concern of many doctors and nutritionists. Developing healthy eating habits is of the utmost importance and these habits are best developed in youth. It is quite normal for children to be more interested in their games than in nutrition and cooking healthy food, but do not worry because there are great educational cooking games out there to help you with that exact problem. Cooking Mama Let’s Cook! Everybody knows that a home cooked meal is the best there is – and this game teaches your children how to make their own meals that all moms and dads out there can be proud of. Cooking Mama Let’s Cook is available both for Android and iOS and it includes about 30 healthy recipes that your child can prepare. More than that, your child is responsible for harvesting or collecting the needed food, and also serving it in their restaurant. Toca Kitchen 2 If you are familiar with the predecessor of this game, Toca Kitchen 1, you will be pleased to know that the sequel is even better. This game is great for children who do not want to simply follow someone’s recipes and instead want to be more free and creative in the kitchen. Your children can be as experimental with their dishes as they want, and they will receive a variety of genuine reactions from their guests. It teaches your child that cooking can be a fun and inventive process where they can express their creativity. Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Cooking Club for Nintendo DS Using a cartoon character to teach young children new things is a great tool because they will actually enjoy it, and Dora the Explorer is one of the characters children love the most. Dora’s Cooking Club is ideal for preschoolers because while they prepare their meals, Dora will also teach them shapes, patterns, math, and measurement skills. Cooking and learning simultaneously won’t feel like a chore anymore! Restaurant Dash: Gordon Ramsay Professional chefs are becoming celebrities these days, and even children know and love Gordon Ramsay and his shows. He has reached his stardom by helping young chefs in their goal of becoming professionals and making the best dishes possible. This game allows your child to be taught by chef Ramsay and to improve their culinary skills just like the contestants do on his show. Restaurant Dash: Gordon Ramsay is free to play for both Android and iOS users. Nicolas’ Garden This is another one of the educational games that can teach your child about healthy choices and how to implement them in their lives. Nicolas is a creative 8-year-old who can encourage your children to cook and make them excited about healthy food and recipes. Your children can prepare their own grocery lists before you take them shopping and discover how fun cooking can be with some easy-to-use recipes that Nicolas is going to give them.  ...

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