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.
As the name suggests, a coffee enema is a treatment that involves filling the bowel with black, room-temperature coffee. It is thought to enhance the removal of toxic bile from the liver through efficient caffeine stimulation, according to the I Need Coffee website.
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Experiencing redness in your face after drinking alcohol is likely due to a condition known as an alcohol intolerance or alcohol flush reaction, which basically means your body cannot properly break down alcohol.
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Cayenne pepper has numerous medicinal and culinary benefits. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, Native Americans used cayenne pepper as food and medicine as long as 9,000 years ago. Cayenne contains a substance known as capsaicin that has pain-relieving properties.
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Rubus idaeus, better known as raspberry, grows throughout North America and Europe. Raspberry leaf has a traditional role in treating diarrhea, relieving excessively heavy menstrual flow and preventing complications during pregnancy, according to the University of Michigan Health System.
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Kamagra is a medication commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction and high blood pressure. It contains the active ingredient sildenadil citrate, similar to other medications such as Viagra and Cialis. Kamagra is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration and is only marketed outside the United States.
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When you feel sad or irritable, it might seem impossible to turn your mood around. But simple changes to your dietary habits can result in a noticeably improved mood.
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CeraVe cream is formulated for areas of very dry skin. Thicker than lotion, the manufacturers claim it provides moisture; protects the skin; and is noncomedogenic, nonirritating and fragrance free. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream has 23 ingredients and is touted as preventing moisture loss and helping the skin regenerate.
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Vitex agnus castus, known as chaste tree or chasteberry, grows naturally in Mediterranean countries and central Asia. The fruit extract of agnus castus is used as an herbal remedy, according to the University of Michigan Health System (UMHS).
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Black walnut has a long history of use in agriculture, medicine and commercial industry. Native Americans used the hulls to make dyes. Today, black walnut hull extracts are used in natural hair color formulas and self-tanning lotions.
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Water is a nutrient all its own, helping every cell in your body function properly. Most people get about 20 percent of their water through food and the rest by drinking water or other beverages.
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The oils you use for everyday cooking are extracted from seeds, fruits, vegetables and nuts. From olive oil to sesame oil, the way that oil is extracted has a direct effect on how the oil tastes in your food and the amount of nutrients it has to offer.
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Lipoflavonoid is an over-the-counter nutritional supplement manufactured for use in treating Meniere's disease. It is exclusively manufactured by Numark Laboratories in Edison, New Jersey, according to the Arches Tinnitus Formulas website.
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If you're eating right, you don't need to add any workout supplements to your diet. But, as a woman who works out regularly, you may also be following a low-calorie diet, and may benefit from a little extra help. However, not all supplements are great choices.
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The premise of a well-balanced diet is to keep people well. "Dietary Guidelines for Americans" encourages fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins to reduce the risk of chronic disease. These recommendations are to help the general public.
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Caffeine is a naturally occurring substance in your morning java, unless you drink a decaffeinated version. According to MedlinePlus, the average 8-ounce cup of coffee has 100 milligrams of caffeine.
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Fish is a high quality protein rich in essential nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids and low in saturated fat. While fish is an important part of a healthy diet, nearly all fish and shellfish contain trace amounts of elemental mercury, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
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Aside from its culinary value, thyme is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of health conditions. Its main compound, thymol, is attributed with antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant and antitussive properties.
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Sliced, diced, baked, fried and mashed—you name it and the potato has done it. The most common recipe made from the potato is mashed potatoes. The creamy texture and fluffy consistency of this dish make these spuds a desirable accompaniment for many meals.
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The Laughing Cow cheeses are a must-have, writes Lisa Lillen, WeightWatchers.com weekly columnist and author of "The Hungry Girl Diet." Made from a blend of whey, milk, semisoft cheese and other cheeses such as mozzarella, cheddar or Swiss, The Laughing Cow cheeses come in individually wrapped, serving-size wedges.
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With a history dating back thousands of years in the western Pacific, coconut has served a pivotal role as a food source in tropical regions, Plant Cultures explains.
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