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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Your Brain on Fats With Dr. Will Cole

Dr. Will Cole, functional medical expert and author of “Ketotarian,” breaks down how to make the keto diet a sustainable lifestyle (opposed to just another fad diet) on LIVESTRONG.COM's Stronger Podcast.

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Body Odor & Vitamin Deficiency

Although not the primary cause of body odor, nutrient deficiencies, particularly zinc and magnesium, may affect body function and lead to unpleasant odors.

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Olive Oil Vs. Grape Seed Oil

When trying to choose whether the best choice is a stir fry or omelette, consider some of the differences in fat and nutrients of grape seed oil vs. olive oil.

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Nutrition in Half of a Roasted Chicken

You can benefit from the nutrition in roasted chicken as a healthy no-carb, low-sodium and sugar-free protein source with B vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

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What Does Chelated Zinc Do?

Chelated zinc is a supplement that is more easily absorbed than elemental zinc. Your doctor may suggest the supplement if you're deficient in the essential nutrient.

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Is the Sugar in Bananas Bad for You?

Bananas are a sweet source of natural sugar, but they also contain health-promoting nutrients, such as fiber, potassium and B vitamins, making them a healthy addition to most diets.

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Does Eating Bananas Make You Fat?

Bananas make a healthy addition to most diet plans and would only lead to weight gain if you're eating more calories than your body needs, whether from bananas or another source.

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Skin Rashes From Vitamin B12

Your body needs vitamin B12 for neurological function and the production of red blood cells. You may develop a skin rash if you take B12 supplements or if you're B12 deficient.

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