A craving, unlike an urge or desire for a specific food, persists longer than a day or a meal. Constant, pervasive cravings for certain types of foods can indicate nutrient deficiencies. Craving an entire category of nutrients, such as protein, requires careful examination.
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Medical authorities agree that drinking an excessive amount of alcohol is not safe for pregnant women because it puts the fetus at risk for fetal alcohol syndrome and other health problems. Whether consuming small amounts of alcohol poses risks remains a matter of contention.
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A properly baked or roasted chicken is a highly satisfying dish for the cook. It will have a beautifully crisp, golden skin, savory aroma and tender, moist flesh. The trick is to cook the chicken so that it's done all the way through without allowing any portion of the bird to become overcooked.
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How fast your body metabolizes protein probably comes up if you're trying to build muscle, gain weight or consume the right amount of protein to ensure your muscles recover properly following an intense workout. The rate of metabolism is influenced by many factors, so it's not a simple story.
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During workouts, your muscles use and produce energy through a serious of aerobic and anaerobic processes. When oxygen flows constantly through the working muscles, waste byproducts formed as part of muscle metabolism are removed efficiently. However, when oxygen is limited, the byproducts accumulate.
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Gastritis, the inflammation of the lining of the stomach, is aggravated by strong foods you ingest, so common sense should keep you away from cider and all vinegar because of its acidic nature. Yet, at least one doctor of chiropractic recommends cider vinegar as a cure for gastritis.
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Plantains, known as the cooking bananas, are a good source of potassium and vitamins C, B-6 and A, but they also have disadvantages. Though plantains are a type of banana, the American Diabetes Association considers them starchy vegetables that must be added into your mealtime carb count.
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With its striking black appearance, venere rice is the “rice of the emperors” with Chinese roots and modern Italian applications. This black rice goes by many names, including “emperor’s rice” and “forbidden rice,” and is grown in both China and Italy.
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Bodybuilders practice a variety of weightlifting techniques, each with its own specific purpose. Both supersets and burnout sets are meant to help build muscle, as opposed to focusing on building strength, but they differ slightly in how they accomplish that goal.
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A malar rash, often called a butterfly rash, is a skin irritation extending across your face in the shape of a butterfly. The wings cover your cheeks, and the butterfly's body extends down the bridge of your nose. A butterfly rash is not a condition in itself, but rather a symptom of a larger disease.
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Sweet potatoes are powerhouses of nutrition packed into one medium serving. As an alternative to white potatoes, the baked sweet potato is flavorful on its own, without additional dressing or fluff such as butter and sour cream.
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Trying to understand the sundry studies of vitamins can make anyone's head spin. But according to the Harvard School of Public Health, the message is simple: Taking vitamins and supplements can be an easy way for you to get your essential nutrients, especially the ones that are lacking in most foods.
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Doctors use the word vascularity in connection with the venous system, or veins. For bodybuilders, however, the word takes on a specific meaning concerning the visibility of your veins under your skin. Ideally, they stand out in sharp relief against your muscles, giving your body a rugged, fit appearance.
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Pull-ups are among the most effective exercises to strengthen your upper body, arms and core, according to Brett Stewart, author of “7 Weeks to 50 Pull-Ups.” When performed accurately, a pull-up safely challenges your biceps, lats, traps, rhomboids and abdominals.
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The idea that all weight exercises make you turn out looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger is just a myth. You can actually determine if you gain lean muscle mass or make big muscle gains and bulk up.
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The ripening and decay process of fruit is a continuum of enzymatic activity, meaning anything beyond the peak of ripeness indicates some degree of fermenting. Fermentation converts fruit's sugar into alcohol enzymes and carbon dioxide, both of which cause decay.
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Although it's creamy and delicious, butter is a rich source of saturated fat. This is the type that can raise levels of unhealthy LDL cholesterol and increase your risk of heart disease. The American Heart Association recommends limiting your saturated fat intake to no more than 5 or 6 percent of your daily calories.
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Many people are familiar with using thermos bottles for hot beverages, like coffee or cocoa, but many thermoses are designed specifically for hot food. Using a thermos increases your options for taking lunch with you.
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Ectopic heartbeats develop due to heart rate irregularities that often result in additional heartbeats or skipped beats. This variation in heartbeats generally causes an irregular pulse that can be checked by a nurse or doctor.
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Your legs are powerful body parts that support movements of all kinds, including exercise like running and riding your bike. When you exert yourself more than normal, your legs may feel rubbery once you have finished your workout. Rubbery legs are common and usually do not signal a problem.
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