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.
Low alkaline phosphatase is a rare finding on a blood test. It usually results from some sort of malnutrition and is treated by correcting the underlying nutritive cause. Supplements for protein, B vitamins, vitamin C and thyroid hormones are the usual treatment for a low alkaline phosphatase.
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Allergies and food intolerances can be the cause of your chronic urticaria, which is characterized by the presence of reddish and itchy welts on your skin. Working with a registered dietitian experienced with food intolerances can help you identify what compounds in food trigger your chronic urticaria symptoms.
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Brewer’s yeast is derived from the Saccharomyces cerevisiae fungus, which is a common yeast for beer making. The University of Maryland Medical Center states this form of yeast is a good source of B-complex vitamins, protein, chromium and selenium.
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Joint pain is a common complaint that can make you feel like avoiding your favorite activities and staying home all day. Although a number of factors can contribute to or exacerbate joint pain, research has found that a magnesium deficiency can also cause abnormalities in your joints and lead to joint pain.
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High insulin levels could be responsible for the increased prevalence of acne in Western societies because of how they trigger inflammation and stimulate the release of acne-promoting hormones, according to a 2003 review in "Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology."
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Lentils -- a grain legume botanically known as Lens culinaris -- are believed to be among the first crops grown by humans. Historians say they were cultivated as early as 6,500 B.C. A mainstay of Eastern European and Indian cuisine, lentils feature an earthy, nutty taste, and are commonly used in casseroles and soups.
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Magnesium citrate is a form of the mineral magnesium. It is commonly used to correct a severe mineral deficiency, but is most commonly used as a constipation-relief aid.
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Several varieties of junipers are native to the United States, from tall trees to bush-like formations. All have lacy, leathery evergreen foliage. Junipers produce dusky blue berries that are actually cones containing seeds. Birds, foxes and other wild animals eat juniper berries.
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Raisins are a nutritious snack and a tasty topper for salads and oatmeal, but only if you balance your diet with a variety of other healthy foods. By including raisins as part of a diet that includes plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains and lean protein, you'll stay full, satisfied and healthy.
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Juicing may not be the way to go to lose the belly fat. Fresh juice is high in sugar and low in fiber, and that combination may actually cause fat gain, according to Rush University Medical Center.
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Genital herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus, is a common sexually transmitted disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 16.2 percent of Americans 14 to 49 years of age have genital herpes type 2.
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Fiber is an indigestible type of carbohydrate that is not broken down like other carbs. Instead, it travels through your digestive tract, relatively intact, aiding in digestion and keeping you full.
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A plant native to the mountains of the Mediterranean, lavender today is cultivated around the world. Known for its delicate scent and calming effects, it is a common ingredient in soaps, hair products and sachets, and can also be applied to your body as an essential oil.
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Referred to as "sweet root," licorice is used in both Eastern and Western medicine to treat conditions such as peptic ulcers.
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Niacin is also known as vitamin B-3 and helps your body convert food into energy, plays a role in sex and stress hormone production, reduces cholesterol and improves circulation. A niacin deficiency is rare, but a vegetarian diet poses a higher risk since many meats are good sources of this vitamin.
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Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Some people experience hypothyroidism as a result of an autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks its own cells, resulting in diminished thyroid hormone excretion.
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Cottage cheese provides high-quality protein, calcium and vitamin B-12, and you can consume it on its own or in a variety of recipes. However, you might need substitutions for cottage cheese if you get tired of eating it, do not like its taste or are unable to consume dairy products.
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Digestion is the process in which your body decreases the size of the food particles you eat until they are small enough to be absorbed. Absorption occurs when these small molecules of food particles pass from your digestive system, or gut, into your bloodstream so your body can benefit from the nutrients they contain.
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The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland that sits at the front of your throat. Your thyroid uses the mineral iodine and the amino acid tyrosine to produce two primary thyroid hormones known as T3 and T4. These hormones influence the rate at which your body uses energy -- your metabolic rate.
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If you sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on your oatmeal every morning because you’ve heard it’s good for you, you’re not alone.
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