Also known as sweet root, licorice has been used for centuries for medicinal, health and beverage purposes. Licorice root is used in modern times, as well, for conditions such as peptic ulcers, canker sores, eczema, indigestion, colds and coughs, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Vegetables should have a starring role in your daily diet, and putting them between two slices of bread is one smart way to boost your intake of these nutritious foods. A vegetable sandwich can also be low in calories, which is a plus if you're watching your weight or trying to shed excess pounds.
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A trace element that's essential for thyroid function, iodine is present in few foods, but dairy foods are one nutritious source of iodine.
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Folic acid, zinc, copper and niacin are all essential nutrients that support various functions that keep your body working efficiently. If you eat a well-balanced diet filled with a variety of foods, you're probably getting all the folic acid, zinc, copper and niacin you need for good health.
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Packed with fresh greens, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, chicken, onions, bacon and blue cheese, a Cobb salad is a well-loved dish that appears on many menus in American restaurants.
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Aloe vera water, often called aloe vera juice, is made from the aloe vera plant, which has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. The water has certain nutritional and health benefits, but the story isn't all good for certain kinds and flavors of aloe vera water.
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Wendy's is a popular fast food restaurant chain that offers a variety of menu items, including hamburgers, chicken, soups, salads and desserts. Breakfast is served at select Wendy's locations and offers options such as egg sandwiches, breakfast meats, fruit and potatoes.
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Many people find themselves wandering into the kitchen for a late-night snack, and that's not usually something to worry about as long as you're making healthy choices.
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Sesame chicken is often battered, deep-fried and coated in a sweet sauce, and then liberally sprinkled with sesame seeds just before serving. The number of calories in sesame chicken depends on whether you're eating it at a restaurant, enjoying a frozen dinner or making your own.
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Up to 1/5 of the population comes down with the flu each year, says Chrystle Fiedler, author of "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Natural Remedies." The flu is often accompanied by symptoms such as headache, fever, chills, body aches, cough and runny nose.
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While Cracker Barrel doesn't offer exact nutritional values for the food on its menu, it is possible to determine which items are the most nutritious and which items to skip.
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If you're like most consumers, you might not have heard of a nutrient called vanadium or know its importance and which foods to consume to get vanadium. In fact, vanadium is a trace mineral found in many foods you already eat.
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Once you see the spiny body of a sea urchin, the last thing you might want to do is get close enough to touch it, let alone eat it. Sea urchins, however, are edible. In fact, the uni, or soft tissues of the sea creature, are a delicacy, according to the Pacific Urchin Harvesters Association.
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Diet cherry limeade is just one of the many beverage options at Sonic, a fast-food chain restaurant that serves burgers and shakes. Being a diet drink makes it lower in sugar and calories than the traditional cherry lemonade, but that doesn't mean it's healthy.
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Discovered in 1879 and 300 to 500 times sweeter than table sugar, saccharin is added to some foods to reduce the calorie count without stripping the food of its sweet flavor. Though there is some controversy about the use of artificial sweeteners and health, saccharin is recognized as safe by the U.S.
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Citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruits, such as oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes, as well as other types of fruit including pineapple and tomatoes. Citric acid is often added to products to make them taste sour, to ferment them or to help preserve them.
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Your body requires protein for survival. Adult women need about 46 grams of protein each day and men should aim for 56 grams, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, eating too much protein can cause weight gain, dehydration and calcium loss, according to the American Council on Exercise.
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Made from bark of the birch tree, xylitol is a sweetener that gives many sugar-free foods their sweet taste. Because most Americans eat far more sugar than what's healthy, choosing foods that contain xylitol allows you to cut your sugar intake without having to give up all of your favorite foods and drinks.
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Malted milk is a sweetener made from whole milk and other ingredients such as malted barley and wheat flour. It's added to dessert products like ice cream and candy to enhance the flavor and make them sweet-tasting. Because it contains milk, malted milk is a good source of several essential vitamins and minerals.
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A chain restaurant with locations throughout the world, Subway offers a range of hot and cold sub sandwiches. The menu includes subs with a variety of deli meats, cheeses and toppings. Many of the sandwiches also include a sauce or dressing to enhance the flavor.
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