Horny goat weed, or epimedium, is an ornamental herb from Asia and the Mediterranean. It is traditionally used as a libido booster. There is little research concerning how horny goat weed works, although Dr. Ray Sahelian, author of "Natural Sex Boosters,"
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Noni is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and Polynesia. Its fruit is yellow-green and mango-sized. Noni fruit has a bitter taste and is most commonly juiced and marketed as a general health tonic with some manufacturers making unsubstantiated health claims about it.
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A toothache is an aching pain in or near a tooth that is caused by decay. Tooth decay is caused by sticky plaque that clings to and eats through the enamel of your teeth, causing pain and sometimes creating a cavity. According to Suresh Babu, author of "A Treatise on Home Remedies,"
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If you think acorns are only for squirrels, think again. Acorns are tasty and nutritious and also easy to harvest. You can gather them from oak trees in the fall and roast them to make a delicious snack. However, you need to treat them before roasting, since they contain tannin, which is slightly bitter.
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Tofu is basically coagulated and pressed milk of soy. Many varieties of tofu exist, including soft, firm pressed and silken tofu. Silken tofu has less soy and greater water content and is more fragile than either soft or firm tofu, and is usually used in salads and soups.
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Bangus, also known as milkfish, is considered to be the national fish of the Philippines. Although cooked bangus has many needle-like bones, you can use it to prepare a tasty and healthful meal for you and your family or friends. One 3-oz.
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Bright-orange carrot sticks do more for your body than just add a crunch to meals. Carrots are a low-calorie food that also provides essential dietary fiber, making them a filling addition to any weight-management plan.
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A cesarean section, or C-section, is a surgical delivery of a baby made by incisions in the mother's abdominal wall and uterus. Because it's a major abdominal surgery involving anesthesia, side effects like gas or constipation may occur and recovery time can take six to eight weeks.
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Vitamin K is an essential nutrient for maintaining proper blood clotting and healthy bones. It's a fat-soluble vitamin present naturally in many foods. Healthy bacteria that live in your intestines can also manufacture vitamin K. Your body can store vitamin K in the liver and fat tissues, making deficiency rare.
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Iron and vitamin C are essential nutrients that your body needs to ensure proper wound healing, prevent anemia, maintain energy levels and support immune function. Your body is unable to synthesize these nutrients, so they must come from your diet. Very few foods provide a good source of both.
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The number of supplements available in vitamin and health food stores can make selecting the right supplement overwhelming. Iron comes as an individual supplement, or it may be combined with other vitamins and minerals. Your doctor may recommend an iron supplement if you have certain health conditions, such as anemia.
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Multiple food allergies and intolerances can make meal selections a challenge. Following a gluten-free, wheat-free and dairy-free diet means avoiding all wheat, rye, barley and dairy products and foods made from them.
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High blood pressure is serious condition that can increase your chances of developing atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, heart attack, stroke or kidney disease. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, about one in three Americans suffers from high blood pressure.
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With all the information about low-carbohydrate diets, it can be tough to determine which carbohydrates and how much of them are healthy to eat. According to the Institute of Medicine, 45 percent to 65 percent of your total calorie intake should come from carbohydrates.
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Sea scallops, a form of mollusk, have many nutritional benefits, including having lean protein, and various vitamins and minerals. They make a good addition to a weight-management plan, as they're low in calories.
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Red potatoes provide you with essential vitamins, minerals and energy you need to fuel your busy day. They're a root vegetable that makes a healthy addition to any well-balanced diet. You'll get the most nutritional benefits from red potatoes by eating their thin skin, along with the white flesh.
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If you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, your doctor may require you to follow a low-potassium diet to prevent side effects such as an irregular heartbeat or a heart attack. Some potassium is essential for maintaining your heartbeat, muscle contractions and blood pressure.
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The exact number of calories in your peanut butter and jam sandwich probably varies from day to day. Unless you're measuring the exact amount of peanut butter and jam before spreading them onto the bread, there is no way to know exactly how many calories you're eating.
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With unlimited options on the market, choosing the right sweetener can be overwhelming. Some of the more popular options include sugar, honey, maple syrup, agave or a variety of artificial sweeteners.
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Drinking water from a fresh coconut does more than just quench your thirst; it replaces electrolytes essential to maintaining your overall health. You'll often see fresh coconuts for sale on the beach in tropical vacation destinations, but coconut water is also available in cans or tetra packs in most grocery stores.
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