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.
Many herbal remedies can be consumed as a tea, including chamomile. Though chamomile is often used to ease insomnia and promote calm, it has also been touted for its possible beneficial effects on inflammation.
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Alcohol is the oldest drug still used today. People have enjoyed its various incarnations since the discovery of fermentation, and the effects alcohol has on the body have been experienced to some degree by many.
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Biotin, also referred to as vitamin B-7 or vitamin H, is a water-soluble vitamin that is important for optimal health, especially in children and adolescents.
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Flax seed oil contains an omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid. Your body has to convert ALA into eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid -- EPA and DHA -- before it can be used. Flax seed oil may be helpful for reducing high cholesterol, minimizing inflammation and lowering your risk of heart disease.
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Both canned salmon and canned tuna can provide you with omega-3 fatty acids, the essential fatty acids that must come from your diet since your body can't manufacture them.
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Meat, or animal flesh that is consumed as food, is composed of skeletal muscle and fat. Different animals have different body compositions, and therefore their meat varies in nutrient profile.
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An allergy to peanuts is one of the most common food-related allergies, according to KidsHealth. In some people, an allergy to peanuts can be so pronounced that it is life-threatening.
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Collard greens are generally considered a healthy food due to their high content of dietary fiber and vitamin C. As part of the cabbage family, collard greens are also a low-calorie food. However, the high fiber content of collard greens can lead to bloating, particularly if you have a sensitive stomach.
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The idea of a low-calorie diet might tempt you because it seems like the quickest, surest way to lose weight. It certainly isn't easy, but it will get results. However, many negative side effects come along with restricting your calorie intake below 1,200.
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Flaxseeds are high in fiber, vitamins, healthy fats and several minerals. They blend in easily with smoothies, cereals and baked goods to help give you a boost on your fiber and nutrient intake. Even though flaxseeds are a highly beneficial addition to your diet, eating too many can give you a bellyache.
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Gas normally occurs after eating too fast, not chewing thoroughly or after eating gas-producing foods. However, gas can also occur due to gastritis, acid reflux, food intolerance and irritable bowel syndrome. These conditions flare up when certain foods are eaten that irritate the stomach.
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Your gallbladder is a fairly small but important organ. It holds and empties bile, which is necessary during the digestion process because it breaks down fats. Produced in the liver, bile is comprised of water, bile salts, cholesterol and lecithin, a special kind of fat.
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Extracted from the nut of the coconut palm, coconut oil has been used for thousands of years in tropical cultures across the globe. Today, it serves not only as a cooking ingredient but as a medicinal tool, a moisturizer and a cosmetics base.
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African mango, or Irvingia gabonensis, is indigenous to tropical rain forests of Guinea and while the flesh of the fruit has nutritional value, it is the pit, or the dikanut, that has been extensively studied for its medicinal properties.
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In general, most fruits contain little iron -- a nutrient needed to make proteins in your muscles and blood. Bananas are no exception. However, they are loaded with plenty of other beneficial nutrients.
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Fruits, whole grains and vegetables typically contain some element of fiber, a carbohydrate in your diet that promotes digestive regularity when you eat the recommended intake. However, fiber can have adverse side effects, including loose stools, when you eat it in certain patterns.
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A healthy person has a minimum of three bowel movements per week, according to Medline Plus, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Fewer bowel movements may indicate you are constipated.
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Pan fried noodles are a popular dish throughout Asia, as they provide a starchy base for meat, vegetables or other toppings. Pan fried noodles are rich in carbohydrates and high in calories, so they're not ideal for all diets.
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There is anecdotal evidence that celery seed is good for gout, but very little research exists to support the claim. Celery has been used in herbal medicine for thousand of years to treat ailments such as arthritis, indigestion and colds. Gout is a form of arthritis.
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Protein is a nutrient essential for maintaining your muscle mass, keeping your immune system strong and allowing vital reactions to occur in your body. Most American adults get more protein than necessary, but you may have reason to focus on your intake if you need to gain weight or if you are a hard-training athlete.
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