Cook proteins in this non-toxic cookware but don’t cook two high proteins together. Know why

Protein is an essential nutrient for healthy functioning of your body. Proteins are part of every cell in your body. They are responsible for building and repairing muscle, tissue, skin, nails and hair. Proteins also help build hormones and enzymes.

An adult needs 0.36 grams of protein for every pound of body weight. Children, pregnant women and breastfeeding women need even more. Plant-based protein foods can provide more fiber and less saturated fat than other types of protein foods. This can be beneficial for your heart health.

If you are eating enough calories and including a variety of protein-rich foods, your body functions perform optimally. But how you cook your proteins makes a great difference. Keep reading to learn more.

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How are beans and lentils different? And what is the best way to cook them?

Lentils and beans are part of the nutritious legume family. They are low in fat and high in proteins and essential vitamins. These can be great vegan substitutes for meat and are a must in your daily diet. Since both lentils and beans have a plant origin, they contain incomplete proteins. Therefore, it is best to combine these with fiber rich whole grains like rice and oats to make a complete vegetarian meal. Both come in dried, canned, fresh, roasted or pre-cooked versions.

The distinction between lentils and beans is not obvious to many, so this article explains the key differences in detail.

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The benefits of cooking Moong Dal (Mung Bean) for growing babies in a clay pot

Is it time to introduce your little one to solid food? If so, Moong Dal is an ideal food to start with. Based on data from USDA, the nutritional composition of moong dal/lentils is similar to mother’s milk. Keep reading to learn how this great food can do wonders for your baby’s growth and why you must cook it in MEC healthiest cookware.

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Why is it best to cook lentils in a clay pot?

Lentils are protein and fiber rich foods from the legume family. They come in red, brown, green and black varieties and look like a tiny bean. Lentils are low cost and easy to cook, which makes them quite popular worldwide. Keep reading to learn more about their many health benefits and the best way to cook these.

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Here are 3 Lentils Recipes to try but first, get the Best Pressure Cooker

Lentils are tiny beans belonging to the legume family. They come in black, green, red, white, yellow, and brown shades, and are available throughout the year. You may store them fresh in airtight containers for up to 2 years!

The Health Benefits of including Lentils in Your Diet

Lentils are a plentiful source of fiber, folic acid, and potassium. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) recommends including foods rich in potassium, calcium, and magnesium, such as lentils into our diets. They aid in bringing down blood pressure and add essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber to the diet. Cooking a combination of lentils makes your meal mighty nutritious.

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Best Pots and Pans for Healthy Cooking outdoors this Summer

The aroma of your food cooking on a grill and the joy of eating in the open air… It is a great summer pleasure that one must experience often with friends and family. It becomes a great social event and allows you to spend quality time with people you like. You no longer have to worry about turning on the oven and heating up your kitchen. And you get to cook healthy foods in your favorite pots and pans in the pleasant weather. Moreover, you do not have a lot to clean up after the party is over.

For all these reasons, many home chefs take cooking outdoors during the summer months. Which pots and pans would be best for the job? Keep reading to learn more.

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Best Rice Cooker for Cooking Exotic Rice Dishes (+4 Amazing Recipes)

In the heat of summer, we often look to dishes that appeal to larger crowds, are on the lighter side and are versatile. Read on to learn how to cook rice dishes from around the world that appeal to many palates, are delicious, healthy, and easy to cook in MEC clay pots.

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Eat Homemade Yogurt Rice to Cool Your Gut this Summer

Summer is the time when your gut would like to thank you for eating some cool and soothing meals. And Yogurt Rice is one such food. Besides giving your inner systems some relief from the summer heat, it will also strengthen your body with essential nutrients like complex carbs from rice and healthy probiotics and proteins from yogurt. Consuming homemade yogurt rice restores healthy microbial balance which, in turn, helps with better digestion. And it replenishes your energy levels that drop because of the heat.

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Use MEC clay pot to cook meats for healthy summer dishes

Including meat in your diet has many health benefits – it is good for skin, boosts the immune system, provides energy, and improves iron absorption in the body. It aids in the production of hemoglobin and is a rich source of protein and other essential amino acids.

It is also a rich source of protein, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, sodium, and zinc. Meat also may contain various vitamins like thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin B12, A, E, D, and various fatty acids.

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Cook Summer Chowders in the Best Slow Cooker — on stovetop or on the beach

The real fun of summer starts when you spend time out on the beach while enjoying your favorite foods with friends and family. And summer chowders are a great option for they are healthy, nutritious, and hydrating – just what you need to neutralize the summer heat.

For that, the first step is to plan a weekend on the beach with your family and close friends. And get the best slow cooker to cook your summer chowders. We are sure you can easily make a list of friends to invite on your own. In this article, we will discuss the best slow cooker for healthy, rich, and delicious summer chowders, along with some useful cooking tips.

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