Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
Lentils are a healthy, versatile food rich in vitamins, fiber and minerals. Cooked lentils can be served as a side dish to a variety of different meals including roasted or baked meats, fish or vegetarian options like tofu, and they can also be used to spruce up salads, soups and rice dishes.
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Your body makes chains of amino acids to create new proteins, and creatine is one such amino acid. You can produce your own supply of creatine, and the nutrient is also present in meats. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe creatine supplements to help with a medical condition or to treat a deficiency.
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Bean sprouts, which are the edible offshoots of beans, are frequently used as a salad ingredient and a topping in sandwiches. They are highly nutritious, an excellent source of fiber, and high in both folate and vitamin C.
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A griddle was an important feature on a large, old cookstove. As new types of cookware and smaller kitchen cooking areas became popular, griddles became accessories. A cast-iron griddle works on any stove top, but for consistently brown burgers, try an electric version with thermostatically controlled heat.
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Caffeine's stimulating powers can help you clear away a fog of fatigue and become more mentally alert and focused. The drug is found in several different foods and beverages, especially coffee. Caffeine can also lead to side effects, particularly when the stimulant is taken in large doses.
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Prilosec, a brand name for the drug omeprazole, is available both over the counter and in a higher-strength prescription form. Prilosec is used to treat disorders involving stomach acid, including gastroesophageal reflux disease, known as GERD, and frequent heartburn.
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While not common in North American diets, bone gristle -- also referred to as tendon or cartilage -- is often found in Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines. It can be used as a soup or stew ingredient, as a thickener for broths or eaten seasoned on its own.
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Sodium borate is a form of boron, a naturally occurring element usually found in sediments and sedimentary rock formations, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In the U.S., boron compounds are used in glass, ceramics, soaps, detergents, water treatment, fertilizers, pesticides and flame retardants.
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Bodybuilders try to gain as much muscle as possible while keeping gain of body-fat to a minimum. Two commonly consumed protein sources in bodybuilding are chicken and turkey.
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When you consider what it takes to transform soybeans into a meat analogue -- protein isolation, fiber removal and curd formation -- you can appreciate the versatility and convenience it offers. You have to treat soya meat like a starch when you cook it.
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Protein powder supplements can be expensive, so it is important to choose a protein powder that not only works effectively but tastes great as well. You are less likely to use the protein if it tastes bad. Protein powders come in two types. Traditional "pure protein"
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Oxtail is the common name for a cow’s tail. It is used in a variety of cuisines, including traditional Jamaican and Chinese recipes. Oxtail is most often served as part of a stew or a soup, as the fat, cartilage and bone marrow add plenty of flavor.
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Older adults are vulnerable to nutrient deficiency due to factors such as reduced intestinal nutrient absorption from food and lower calorie intake. While men over 70 generally require fewer calories than when they were younger, their need for certain micronutrients increases.
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Frozen bread is a convenient way to enjoy the taste of freshly baked bread. You can also make and then freeze the dough to keep it fresh until you are ready to use it. Store-bought frozen bread usually comes in two varieties: self-rising dough and ready-to-bake bread.
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A rich, white cheese made with cream and cow’s milk, cream cheese is not ripened or aged, which makes it more perishable.
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Occipital neuralgia is pain resulting from trauma to the lesser and/or greater occipital nerves, located in the back of the head. This pain can be felt in the upper back, neck and behind the ears and is usually sharp and shock-like in nature. Numbness can also occur in these regions.
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Blending a scoop of protein powder with 8 ozs. of orange juice provides a nutritious meal replacement or an optimal post-exercise recovery snack. Most protein powder manufacturers suggest mixing one scoop of protein powder with 6 to 8 ozs. of water, milk or fruit juice for a palatable beverage.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's publication "Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010" emphasizes three major goals for Americans, one of which is to decrease consumption of foods containing high amounts of saturated fat.
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Vitamin B-12 helps your body produce red blood cells, and aids in transporting oxygen to energize your body. Thus, this vitamin does not make you tired. On the contrary, vitamin B-12 can help fight fatigue, because it prevents the fatigue-inducing anemia associated with a B-12 deficiency.
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The average adult who engages in moderate exercise needs about 1 gram of protein for every kilogram of body weight. Endurance and strength-training athletes need 1.2 to 1.7 grams per kilogram, according to the American Dietetic Association.
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