Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health

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.

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How to Grill Steak on a Foreman

Cooking a steak on a George Foreman indoor grill couldn't be easier, and is ideal for apartment dwellers and others that don't want to break out the traditional grill.

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Calories in a 6-Ounce Glass of Merlot Wine

Alcohol in beverages contains seven calories per gram, compared to nine calories per gram in dietary fat, and four calories per gram in protein and carbohydrates.

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High Antioxidant Fruits & Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are high in antioxidants, which deliver numerous health benefits. For one, antioxidants protect cells against free radical damage.

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10 Mason Jar Salads That Will Make Your Co-Workers Jealous

Want a surefire way to save your salad from lunchtime sogginess? Get yourself some Mason jars. But before you start tossing salad ingredients in, you'll want to ensure that your dressing doesn't wilt your greens. First, pour your dressing into the jar, and then layer β€œhard” foods like raw veggies.

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How to Make Ribs in a Slow Cooker in 4 Hours

Spare ribs cook in a slow cooker with moist heat for tender meat that you can cut with a fork. Slow-cooker ribs require little prep time, and do not heat up the house like oven-cooked ribs.

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Does Eating Protein Burn Fat?

Neither protein nor any other nutrient can burn fat β€” only your body has this capability. But here's how protein can help in the process.

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