What is kombucha? Kombucha is a lightly effervescent, cider-like beverage, made by fermenting sweetened tea. It is produced using a starter culture of bacteria and yeasts called a SCOBY (Symbiotic Colony of Bacteria and Yeast). A mature SCOBY resembles a flat, jelly-like pancake, often referred to as a ‘mushroom’ or […]
Tag: nutrition
Understanding Health Claims on Food Labels
Health Claim Definitions In addition to the nutrition facts and ingredient information found on packaged foods, some foods may also be labeled with health-related claims. There are three main categories of claims defined by and regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA): #1- Health claims describe a relationship between a food or […]
Timing of Meals and Snacks for Athletes
Timing Your Nutrition What you put into your body before, during, and after exercise can help you train longer and perform better. The right food at the right time also helps to decrease your risk of injury, improve your strength, and help you recover more quickly. Get the timing right […]
