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.
Dried peas and lentils transform from inedible to delicious when cooked in water or stock and enriched with aromatic vegetables. Split peas and lentils are the edible fruits of pulse crops. Pulses derive their name from the Latin puls, meaning thick soup.
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Cactus leaf, known also as nopal, prickly pear cactus or its scientific name, Opuntia, has been a food staple in Latin America for centuries. It is a common vegetable served in eggs, salads, chili and stir-fry dishes.
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Hyponatremia, or low salt content in the blood, can be a serious medical problem. Salt is an important electrolyte that regulates water balance in the body. A low salt content in the blood typically means that there is too much fluid in the bloodstream, which can be placing stress on the heart and other organs.
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Native to the Mediterranean, saffron is a orange-yellow spice commonly used as both a food additive and as a medicinal treatment. Traditionally, saffron has been used to alleviate menstruation discomfort, mood problems and muscle spasms. More research is needed, however, to support these purported medicinal benefits.
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If you've ever read the back of a cake mix package, you might be wondering why cook times are different depending on whether you use a glass or metal pan. The science has to do with how a pan heats up, holds its temperature and distributes heat.
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Monster Energy is an energy drink made by Hansen Natural Corporation. The company markets several versions of this drink, and all of them contain taurine, an amino acid. Companies that market energy drinks claim taurine improves mental performance and gives you energy.
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Bread made with soy flour and linseed, or flaxseed, can be a good alternative to white bread if you are looking for some extra nutrition or if you have gluten sensitivities and cannot eat wheat products.
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If you have moderate lactose intolerance, consider drinking buttermilk as a suitable alternative. Buttermilk contains less lactose than regular milk and may not cause common lactose intolerance symptoms in some people. Your doctor may recommend a "challenge diet"
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Tamales are traditional Mexican foods often served at New Yearβs Eve or Christmas Eve dinners. They are steamed bundles of corn dough stuffed with tasty fillings that range from spinach and mushrooms or cheese and green chiles to beef, pork or chicken.
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Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. This condition is characterized by the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus that causes heartburn and irritation. Omeprazole is also used to treat stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers and Zollinger-Ellison disorder.
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When you're cooking breakfast for a large family or a large group of people, toast often becomes a problem. Even with a large four-slice toaster, you are often left making many batches of toast or faced with serving people cold pieces.
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Stuffed peppers can take several hours to make, standing over a pot of boiling water and baking, but the microwave makes a convenient alternative to save time and prevent your kitchen from overheating on a hot day.
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Ground beef hamburgers in American date back to the late 1800s, though no one is certain who actually made the first hamburger and bun. The most popular story is that the hamburger was first sold by a Texan at the 1904 St. Louis World Fair.
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Pork chops are a versatile cut of meat, suitable for pretty much any cooking method you desire, including a long, slow session in a Crock-Pot.
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Sodium nitrite is a common ingredient added to processed meats and fish that helps preserve the food and prevent bacterial growth that can cause botulism. This food additive also adds attractive color to meat and fish.
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India is a large country where diverse cultures converge and a rich culinary heritage has developed. India is divided into four regions, with the cuisine varying from area to area based on climate and agriculture. Cuisine from northern India uses cream and oil.
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You've taken the first step to improve your health and lose weight by making exercise a regular part of your life. Now it's time to work on the diet. Making the right food choices can keep you energized without making you go hungry.
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High urine protein, also called proteinuria, is a red flag for chronic kidney disease. Often this goes on for years, until picked up during a routine physical or life insurance exam. In some instances, it can be controlled by diet.
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Your body, especially your digestive system, can react negatively or positively to the food you eat. While certain foods may worsen the symptoms associated with diarrhea, vegetables are not typically one of them. In fact, vegetables may even help to reduce the pain, bloating and loose bowels that come from diarrhea.
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Propolis is a resinous substance that is collected from a variety of plants by bees. Royal jelly is a thick, milky substance that is secreted by the worker bees to feed the queen and her larvae. Both propolis and royal jelly have a long history of medicinal use and can be consumed fresh or taken in supplement form.
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