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.
In recent years, the popularity of the Paleo diet – an eating plan modeled after the culinary habits of your Paleolithic ancestors – has skyrocketed. The primal diet, the lesser-known cousin of the Paleo diet, follows the same basic principles, but with one major twist.
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Americans eat more zucchini than any other kind of summer squash, according to the book “Wellness Foods A to Z: An Indispensable Guide for Health-Conscious Food Lovers.” Unlike winter squash, zucchini is harvested before it matures on the vine -- while its skin is still thin, tender and edible.
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If you’ve decided to shun added sugar and flour for health reasons or to lose weight, don't despair. You can still eat most food; the only off-limits products are those that are processed and refined and typically come in a box or bag at the supermarket.
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Your skin is capable of regenerating every 27 days, according to the Cleveland Clinic. In most cases, proper cleansing along with a well-balanced diet and plenty of water will help your skin rejuvenate naturally.
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The average American eats about 53 pounds of bread annually, according to Southern Utah University, and many supermarkets offer 50 or more types for purchase. At the same time, bread is one of the fastest-digesting – or highest glycemic – foods, which means you’ll be hungry again soon after eating.
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When you carve your pumpkin in October, rather than just tossing the seeds, roast them in the oven for a nutritious snack. Pumpkin seeds, also called pepitas, are a natural source of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids. Pumpkin seeds can be boiled, baked or eaten raw.
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Persistent hunger is not just irritating, it can be a major downfall if you're trying to lose or maintain your weight. You might feel like you're eating constantly, but if you're not eating the right types of foods or drinking enough, you will never be able to satisfy your hunger.
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The pituitary gland releases human growth hormone, HGH, into the bloodstream. This release occurs in brief pulses during the daytime hours. Growth hormone also responds to changes in sleep-wake cycle, exercise and diet.
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Cortisol can be your best friend or your sworn enemy. The steroid hormone, which is produced by your adrenal glands, plays a role in the fight-or-flight response -- the physiological loop that gears your body up to fight against danger or run for your life.
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You don't want to look down and see your stomach getting bigger, but sometimes, it happens. As life gets hectic, a healthy diet and lifestyle start to take a back seat, and the number on the scale creeps up.
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3 Ballerina Tea is not made from actual tea leaves. This particular herbal diet tea has only two ingredients: malva verticillata and cassia angustifolia, known respectively as Chinese mallow and senna. Neither herb contains caffeine or ephedrines, but they are both powerful laxatives and diuretics.
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A severe burn is not only painful and traumatizing, but it’s extremely stressful to the body. According to a 2012 report published in the “Surgical Clinics of North America,” the increased metabolic response associated with a severe burn surpasses that of any other disease state.
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Geranium essential oil has been in use for centuries as an herbal remedy for the symptoms of menstruation and menopause. Geraniums contain terpines, which are a natural substance that bugs do not like, so it is also used as a natural insect repellent.
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The value of a digestive system "cleanse" to detoxify the body is controversial, but anecdotal evidence suggests that a short-term cleanse does have benefits in general well-being. One popular detox cleansing drink is the olive oil and lemon juice cleanse.
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Apple cider vinegar is a type of vinegar that is produced from aged, crushed apples. The fruit sugar in the apple is converted into alcohol through a process called yeast fermentation.
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Too much of a good thing is not always good, as the saying goes. A pescatarian diet includes fish but no other meat, along with fruits, vegetables and grains. The American Heart Association recommends you eat two servings of fish a week for heart health.
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Forget the kind you drank in kindergarten -- for grown ups, apple juice is a secret flavor weapon, flavoring everything from pork chops to smoothies. But it can be confusing to distinguish between the myriad varieties of juice and cider that look and taste like apples.
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Omeprazole magnesium, the generic for Prilosec and Prilosec OTC, is a medication available as a prescription and over-the-counter drug. Prescription omeprazole treats stomach ulcers for 4 to 8 weeks. It also treats heartburn and other symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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Mineral oil is a clear liquid that can be bought at any pharmacy or retail store. It has many internal and external uses and is a natural way to treat a variety of medical ailments. Mineral oil can be used alone or it can be mixed with other essential oils to get the desired effect that you are looking for.
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Olive oil is a gourmet ingredient for cooking because it adds flavor, but it also has healthful benefits. Since ancient times, olive oil has been used as a healing ointment and now it is a proven antioxidant. It only takes one tablespoon per day to benefit from olive oil.
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