Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
You have probably heard the recommendation that you drink several glasses of water each day for proper health and hydration, but you may be wondering if water is the only beverage you can have to meet this quota.
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Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a bit of a medical mystery. It produces a variety of unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms including diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain and bloating without actually damaging the digestive tract. IBS has no known cause or cure, but changing your diet can ameliorate the symptoms.
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The United States Department of Agriculture sets recommendations for daily requirements of macro-nutrients such as carbohydrates, fats and protein as well as for vitamins and minerals. The Recommended Daily Allowance, or RDA, is intended to help people obtain adequate nutrition for health and wellness.
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The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that in 2009, there were 4.6 million drug-related emergency room visits nationwide. Fifty percent of these visits were due to adverse drug reactions from prescription medication.
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If you encountered pure malic acid, the dry powder could seriously damage your eyes, irritate your skin and affect your breathing. But for most people, malic acid is safe. It's an organic acid naturally found in fruits and vegetables. Malic acid is also produced commercially and added to foods, beverages and candy.
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Alpha-lipoic acid and conjugated linoleic acid share a few things in common, most notably the fact that they're both fatty acids. They both impact blood sugar control in people with diabetes, but only one of them -- conjugated linoleic acid -- may make it difficult to keep blood sugar balanced.
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Hyperpigmentation occurs when the body produces excess amounts of melanin, usually due to skin damage or hormonal fluctuations, resulting in dark patches of skin. Commonly known as age or liver spots, hyperpigmentation may also be in the form of freckles.
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Muscle Milk is the brand name of a protein-rich supplement. Manufacturer, CytoSport, states that you may consume Muscle Milk as a meal replacement, though many athletes merely consume it as a source of protein in addition to regular meals.
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Children do the most unusual things with their mouths, leaving parents to wonder why. Young kids like to explore their environment and naturally lick or put items in their mouths. However, habitual or unusual licking could be concerning. In some instances, it could be a sign of a vitamin deficiency.
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People of all ages are familiar with the distinct red and white Coke logo. Coca-Cola is a carbonated soft drink that has endured for more than a century, despite having been given a run for its money by competitors such as Pepsi, another cola-flavored beverage. You might love the taste and fizziness of the "Real Thing.
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Bright green and spherical, limes are found in most supermarkets, as well as at almost every ethnic grocery store. Sour tasting and full of juice, limes can be used in place of vinegar or lemon to add tartness to a dish. You can also use limes instead of lemons to flavor water.
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A vegan diet — one that avoids all meat, dairy and animal byproducts — offers many benefits, including improved gallbladder heath and function. The gallbladder is one of the smallest organs in the body; this pear-shaped sac containing bile is located on the underside of the liver.
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If you have ever had a meal or snack that was heavy on carbs, only to find yourself "crashing" a little later and feeling more tired than before you had the snack, you're far from alone. The post-carb letdown is a real phenomenon, but you can do something about it to minimize the effect or avoid it altogether.
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Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B-3, is a water-soluble vitamin necessary for metabolism and maintenance of healthy skin and nerve cells. Niacinamide supplements are often used to treat vitamin B-3 deficiency and a related wasting disease called pellagra. It can be used to treat high cholesterol and skin conditions.
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A box cake mix is supposed to make the process of baking easier, but you can still make a mistake even with the simplest of mixes. A thin batter can lead to a cake that wrinkles or shrinks while in the oven. Removing some of the liquid or adding a few extras to the batter can thicken it up and save your dessert.
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It may be a harmless condition, but a skin rash can be unsightly and bothersome. Unless your rash is caused by a food allergy, there's no special diet or food that's going to help cure your condition. However, there are foods that contain nutrients that might promote skin health and reduce inflammation.
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Putting oatmeal on the dinner menu has the potential to enhance weight loss. Oatmeal is filling, it is packed with ingredients that fight hunger, and it's lower in calories than other whole grains you might normally have for dinner, such as brown rice.
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Frequent urination can be a temporary problem or a chronic issue that varies in severity. Frequent urination can be accompanied by the urgent need to relieve yourself, which can be anxiety-provoking and embarrassing if you are not near a restroom.
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Vitamin B actually refers to a family of eight essential vitamins. Though each B vitamin carries out distinct roles in your body, the B vitamins generally help turn carbohydrates from your diet into fuel for your cells and maintain your nervous system, skin and liver.
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Your nails and skin can tell you a lot about your health. While there may be a number of different reasons why you're nails are ridged or your skin is dry, a vitamin, or even a mineral, deficiency may be the cause.
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