Giving up soft drinks in favor of a warm cup of tea after a meal may help soothe your stomach. Both green and herbal teas can help aid in digestion and reduce or eliminate symptoms, such as bloating and gas. However, some forms of herbal tea may interact with supplements, other herbs and medication.
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Energy drinks have become a very popular part of our culture, and many people substitute them for a morning cup of coffee or use them as a "pick me up" in the late hours of the afternoon. These drinks are extremely high in caffeine, a compound that has direct effects on the brain and on motor control.
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When taking certain prescription medications, you may need to change your intake of vitamins, minerals or other supplements you usually consume to avoid negative interactions or side effects. Doxycycline is a drug that interacts with multiple substances, including calcium.
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Relatively cheap and safe, creatine helps to replenish ATP -- the main energy source for cells -- during intense exercise. Unlike with many supplements, you do not experience the effects of creatine instantaneously. Your cells store creatine for future use, keeping your muscles saturated for when you need it the most.
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Water is essential to human life, but drinking an excessive amount can lead to a potentially life threatening loss in the mineral potassium. Nutrition professor with North Dakota State University Julie Garden-Robinson, Ph.D.
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The chia seed is grown in Mexico and parts of Central and South America. It is an edible seed of the salvia hispanica plant, a member of the mint family. Salba, also from the salvia hispanica plant, grown in the Amazon basin in Peru, is an heirloom form of the chia seed.
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Don't let the similarities between cucumbers and zucchini confuse you. Even though both cylindrical vegetables are dark green with white flesh, they are distinctively different species. Both cucumbers and zucchini belong to the Curcurbit family, which also counts gourds, melons, pumpkins and squash among its members.
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Your colon is a critical part of your digestive system where the process of absorbing nutrients and producing waste is completed so that the stool can then be discharged from your body. The colon is prone to certain diseases, especially if you do not eat enough fiber.
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If you're feeling gassy and bloated, drinking club soda won't help. In fact, it might make things worse. The carbon dioxide added to plain water to make club soda can actually cause gas and bloating. Consult your doctor if your abdominal pain and distention lasts for several days.
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Nutritional yeast and active dry yeast are not interchangeable ingredients. Although both have "yeast" in their names, that's where their similarities end. Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast that is used, especially by vegans, to thicken sauces and mimic the flavor of Parmesan cheese.
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A variety of drinks, foods and medications contain caffeine, including coffee, tea, soda, energy drinks, power bars, cocoa, chocolate and some pain medications. People react differently to caffeine, with some people being so sensitive to its effects that they cannot tolerate even small amounts.
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Corn chips are a snack food made from whole corn, corn oil and salt. Because corn chips are made out of the starchy vegetable corn, they are rich in carbohydrate. Carbohydrate is a type of nutrient that, unlike protein and fat, turns into sugar.
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Cayenne pepper contains a number of compounds, including capsaicin. The presence of capsaicin accounts for the spiciness or burning of cayenne pepper on the palette, since the compound interacts with nerve cells responsible for sensing heat. In addition to its spicy properties, capsaicin can also benefit your health.
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In certain instances, what you eat and drink can change the color of your urine. Certain foods, such as carrots, rhubarb and juices can influence the color of your urine. Urine normally has a yellow hue but some foods, and even vitamins, can cause your urine to turn yellow, dark brown or fluorescent green.
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If you are like many people, you might drink caffeinated drinks such as coffee or tea in the morning or throughout the day to wake up and for an extra boost of energy.
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Basil allergies are rare, but the symptoms of this malady can be just as distressing as those of common food sensitivities. Reactions can cause hives, welts on the face and mouth, runny nose, itchy eyes, shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting shortly after consumption.
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Grilled vegetables are a delicious side for BBQ chicken, lean beef burgers, kabobs or other light summer dishes. However, if you're craving grilled food and the weather isn't cooperating, don't worry.
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Garlic and ginger are herbs that can help you lose weight, but don't expect any miracles. Creating a calorie deficit with a balanced diet and exercising regularly are vital for effective weight loss. Some studies have shown that ginger and garlic may help support weight-loss efforts in several ways.
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Cubed pork forms the basis for a quick meal. The cubes of pork, trimmed of fat and already in bite-sized pieces, cook fast and can be used in a variety of stews, stir-fries and other dishes. Cubed pork usually is cut from the loin -- the leanest part of the pig.
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Working up a sweat is usually a helpful indicator to let people know they are getting a good workout. If you frequent the gym, you may notice that some people barely sweat at all, while others may be dripping wet.
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