Diet and Nutrition

A succulent member of the lily family, Liliaceae, a topical application of aloe vera offers healing benefits for burns and skin abrasions. Aloe grows commercially in the United States, primarily in Texas, California and Florida. People with allergies to other…
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Overview Hitting a weight loss plateau can be frustrating. Many people can do well, initially, losing weight through diet and/or aerobic exercise. Eventually, the weight loss may stop despite continued efforts to lose weight, this is considered a weight-loss plateau….
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Burning calories to rid belly fat can be achieved in a variety of ways, including exercise or nutrition. Proper nutrition that incorporates eating the top foods to get rid of belly fat can help you lose inches on your waistline….
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Turmeric is a common cooking spice in South Asia and has also been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. A member of the ginger family, this bright yellow spice comes from the roots or rhizomes of the turmeric…
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Liver oil is derived from the liver of cod fish, while fish oil comes from the tissue of oily fish, such as sardines, tuna, mackerel and trout. Liver oil and fish oil are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, including eicosapentaenoic…
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Building a healthy meal plan involves choosing a wide variety of foods from many different food groups. One way to get the most vitamins and minerals while balancing your diet successfully is by following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recommended…
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Weight loss is a common personal goal but can be difficult to achieve , considering all variety of food options available for public consumption. To solve the weight loss problem, many companies, such as Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers,…
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Overview Turmeric is an herb that belongs in the ginger family and grows on bushes in India, Africa and parts of Asia. It has a golden color and a warm, bitter taste. Turmeric is used for dying fabric and in…
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Overview The key to eating healthy at Burger King is to make good choices based on a diet plan designed around variety, moderation and balancing food with physical activity. Apply federal dietary recommendations by focusing on fruits, vegetables, whole grains,…
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Overview Green tea extract is the herbal by-product of the green tea leaf. Green tea is one of best plant sources of antioxidants, with the active ingredients of polyphenols, flavonols and epigallocathechin gallate (EGCG). By weight, green tea extract has…
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Overview With interval training, you perform short bursts of intense exercise, then take a longer period to recover. For example, sprint all out for 20 seconds, then walk for 60 seconds. Interval training burns more calories because of the intense…
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For more than 5,000 years, green tea has been valued for its numerous health benefits and nutritional value. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, green tea has traditionally been associated with meditation and enlightenment. Today, health experts continue…
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1. Take It in Stages Be aware that your diet after gastric bypass is a progression. Right after surgery, you will not be allowed anything. After two days, you can start on a liquid diet consisting mostly of clear broth,…
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Overview Digestion is the body’s method of taking the food we eat and breaking it down to obtain vital nutrients that will allow us to live and be healthy. A healthy digestive system is able to process food in an…
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Massage is an ancient modality that has been practiced as far back as 3000 BC, as seen in the historic Chinese book Cong-Fu of the Toa-Tse. As history progressed, massage evolved into several different modalities, each with their own therapeutic…
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It is still not clear if herbs are truly effective as treatments for the bloating, mood swings, migraines and other symptoms often associated with premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. Limited clinical trials, most lasting no more than six months, leave scientists…
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Overview Some people grow up with a constant or reappearing rash on the skin that looks like goosebumps, but do not know what the condition is or where it came from. The condition does not pose a problem for most,…
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Overview The Atkins Nutritional Approach is essentially a low-carbohydrate diet studied by several prestigious medical and educational institutions worldwide, with mixed reviews. The Atkins plan is a four-phase approach: the “Induction” phase, the “Ongoing Weight Loss” or OWL phase, the…
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Burns can be caused by fire, the sun’s radiation, or exposure to heat, chemicals or electricity. Burns hurt more than most wounds because they damage directly a large number of nerve endings, causing intense pain. If you’ve suffered a small…
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Calcium-channel blockers (CCBs) are drugs used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and an irregular heartbeat, according to the Mayo Clinic. This class of drugs works by preventing calcium from entering cells. Through various complex biochemical reactions, this calcium block…
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Substituting satisfying high-density foods for less healthy lower-density foods can help you lose weight without feeling like you’re on a diet. In fact, a study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that dieters who ate high-density foods, such…
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Overview An egg yolk is the part of a fertilized egg that supports the developing embryo. It has a very different nutritional content from the white of an egg. It contains all of the fat and cholesterol in the egg,…
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1. Definition of Organic Food Diet As the name implies, an organic food diet is one in which all of the foods that a person eats are organic. In order to qualify as organic, food must be produced without the…
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Overview Along with getting regular exercise and being physically active, eating a healthy and varied diet is one of the most important steps you can take to improve and maintain your health. Seeking variety in the foods you choose and…
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Overview Subway is a fast-food restaurant that allowing patrons to choose items for their own subs. According to the Subway website, patrons who eat a balanced and reduced calorie diet that includes subway sandwiches offering 6 g or less of…
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Overview Yeast infections are caused by yeast of the Candida family. Candida albicans is the main culprit. To combat a candida infection, two avenues must be used–medicinal and diet. Adhering to a proper anti-candida diet raises the effectiveness of the…
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Derived and extracted from a plant native to North America, primrose oil has long been used by many alternative medicine doctors and their patients for the treatment of minor diseases and disorders, according to the National Center of Complimentary and…
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Overview Red yeast rice, which originated in China, has been used for hundreds of years to prevent diarrhea, eliminate gastrointestinal discomfort and improve circulation. Currently, red yeast rice is being analyzed to determine its effectiveness in lowering serum cholesterol. At…
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New diets appear to pop up several times a year, so there are many choices for people who have a bit of weight to lose. Finding a healthy, long-lasting way to shed pounds is a little more difficult. Physicians at…
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Overview Teens should perform regular resistance exercise to build muscle mass and strength, according to strength and conditioning specialists Thomas Baechle and Roger Earle. Resistance training for teens has been a controversial topic due to concerns about disrupting normal growth…
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