Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Although it may offend delicate sensibilities, flatulence is a fact of life. Everyone passes gas throughout the day to release intestinal gases that build up during the digestive process -- some more than others. The frequency and odor of each individual's gas is as unique as their diet.
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The word hyssop has a Greek origin and is a native eastern Mediterranean semi- woody plant that is a member of the mint family. Hyssop is also found in North America and has many applications that can benefit human health. When consumed in tea form, hyssop tea functions as an expectorant.
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Your bones consist of a complex network of proteins, such as collagen, and minerals like calcium and phosphorus. Certain key nutrients such as vitamin D play a part in bone health. But a variety of vitamins and minerals in your diet help encourage bone growth, density and development.
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When you want a crunchy and cheesy snack, it's tempting to head to the vending machine. Hot Cheetos are not the healthiest snack, because they contain a high amount of calories, sodium and fat, but you can work them into your eating plan as an occasional treat if you keep your portion sizes small.
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Prickly pears are the fruit of the prickly pear cactus. These tasty, oval fruits sprout from the tops of prickly cactus leaves and range in color from yellow-green to deep red or purple.
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Influenza is a common disorder that is highly contagious. The flu occurs when a virus enters your respiratory systemand affects you for roughly two weeks.
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People often turn to fast food because it's quick, convenient and readily available; however, according to information provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, frequent fast-food consumption can contribute to weight gain.
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Some tortilla chips do contain gluten, but not all of them. It depends on what the tortilla chips are made from and how they were handled during processing. Even if you’re certain that your favorite type of tortilla chip is gluten-free, you’ll still need to be wary when you go out to eat.
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You need calcium for proper nerve and muscle function and for forming strong bones. People worried that they aren't getting enough calcium from their diet sometimes take calcium supplements, most often in the form of calcium carbonate.
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While the quality of your skin is determined largely by genetics, the nutrients from your diet will affect the health of your skin. A healthy, balanced diet can possibly help reduce signs of aging and keep your skin supple and fresh. The U.S.
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Dehydration can occur quickly during exercise. This is especially true if you are exercising for long periods of time and/or in hot temperatures. Your body needs to replenish water during and after exercise to prevent dehydration and facilitate normal processes like sweating.
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Coconut flour is produced via a process in which the fat from the coconut meat is removed and the meat is then ground into a flour. You can replace 10 to 30 percent of grain-based flour with coconut flour without affecting a recipe.
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Holy basil is a herbal plant commonly used South Asian Ayurvedic medicine and is known as “tulsi” in Hindi. This plant is used therapeutically for a number of reasons and is thought to help reduce weight due to its medicinal properties.
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You might be most familiar with mung bean sprouts as the main ingredient in chop suey, but they also make up staples in Indian, African and South American cuisines. A cup of sprouts contains just 31 calories, which makes them a welcome addition to calorie-controlled and health-conscious diets.
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As a vitamin, B-12 is distinct from iron, a mineral, in both its composition and function as a nutrient. However, they are interrelated. On the other hand, their relationship with one another is not the extent of their significance.
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If you have been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, you may not be able to take whey protein powder. Whey protein powder is made from cow’s milk. Whey is one of the two primary proteins found in dairy. MayoClinic.com states that diary products are a common food that can trigger IBS symptoms.
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Sugar, a form of carbohydrates, is quickly available to be converted to energy. If sugar calories are not used as energy shortly after they are consumed, however, they are converted into stored body fat by a process known as lipogenesis.
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Citalopram is a prescription medication for the treatment of depression, and is sold under the brand names Celexa and Cipramil. This drug is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor or SSRI antidpressant, which works by balancing the amount of serotonin in the brain.
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Avocado oil, derived from the avocado fruit, boasts some unusual and uniquely healthy properties. Avocado is high in vitamin E and unsaturated fats and contains more protein than any other fruit and more potassium than a banana.
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Sodium is an essential mineral your body needs to maintain bodily fluids. Most people have no trouble meeting the daily requirements for sodium in the diet. In fact, the majority of the population far exceed them and are at risk of serious health complications including high blood pressure, heart attack or stroke.
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