How does the food we eat give us energy? From the anti-inflammatory benefits of a garlic-rich diet to the digestive impact of oatmeal and berries, understanding nutrient synergy is the foundation of an effective detox diet.
Monosodium glutamate, also known as MSG or sodium glutamate, is a sodium salt of the non-essential amino acid glutamic acid. MSG occurs naturally in many foods and scientists originally extracted this sodium salt from seaweed.
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If you’ve ever experienced fullness in your abdomen combined with other digestive symptoms, then you’ve likely had bloating. A banana, a potassium-rich fruit, is not a common cause of bloating. In fact, bananas are known for having the opposite effects.
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You put on weight easily, have a high body fat percentage and have a hard time shedding fat -- you're an endomorph, one of the three body types in addition to ectomorphs and mesomorphs. Losing weight as an endomorph can be tough, but it's not impossible.
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Apple seeds don't have any proven benefits in conventional medicine. On the contrary, apple seeds are actually poisonous if eaten in large quantities.
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If you find yourself cravings sweets and feel that your mouth is drier than usual, these symptoms could be the result of your new and healthier dietary habits, and can usually be explained by changes to your diet. If such symptoms persist for a considerable period of time, consult your doctor for advice.
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Hormone-releasing glands that are spread throughout the body make up the endocrine system. These glands include the pineal gland, hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, thymus, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries, and testicles.
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Although the body's need for carbohydrates and protein is well-known, varying beliefs exist regarding whether you should eat them together. Carbs provide glucose -- your body's main dietary source of energy.
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Brazil nuts get their name from their host tree, the Brazil tree. A hard-shelled nut, they grow inside a round fruit that looks similar to a coconut. Also known as cream and Para nuts, Brazil nuts are a source of non-animal based protein and are rich in selenium.
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Based on the principles of the macrobiotic diet -- a diet centered on simple eating and abstention -- the seven-day brown rice diet is a cleansing diet aimed at helping your body rid itself of toxic substances. Although the diet is called a brown rice diet, you are allowed to eat other foods.
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Nerve pain can be challenging to manage. The current medications used to treat conditions characterized by nerve pain often provide only partial relief. Because of this, combination therapy is sometimes recommended in the hope of providing better relief.
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Buttercream frosting is one of the few food products for which healthy ingredient substitutions can produce undesirable results.
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When dried and ground up, turmeric root produces a spice commonly used in Indian and Asian cooking. The knobby, orange-yellow root can be used fresh; when thinly sliced or chopped, it adds a slight yellow tinge to foods as well as a general sense of richness.
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Organic food is growing in popularity, but it is more costly and harder to find than conventionally produced food. Adding a small amount of organic produce -- particularly as a substitute for conventionally-grown products with higher levels of pesticide residue -- is a good idea.
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Your from-scratch recipe might looks scrumptious, but there's no label to tell you how big a serving should be. To figure that out, you'll need to weigh the dish and calculate how much each serving will weigh from there.
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No doubt, at one time or another, you've experienced tummy trouble. But if your tummy gives you problems often, you may have a sensitive stomach. Usually triggered by certain foods or situations, a "sensitive stomach"
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Canned pasta sauce can be an indispensable ingredient when making spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna and other pasta dishes. Unprocessed choices are typically healthier than processed foods, but canned pasta sauce can be a healthy option if you do not have time to make your own tomato sauce from scratch.
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Managing your blood sugar levels can be complicated, especially if you have prediabetes, insulin resistance or diabetes. Understanding how the foods you eat influence your blood sugar levels is key to help you make the right choices.
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If you dealt with constipation during pregnancy, it can be frustrating for this situation to continue postpartum. Even if you never got constipated during pregnancy, you may experience it while breast-feeding due to hormonal changes.
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The high acid content of citrus fruits such as lemons, limes and grapefruits may cause ulcers known as canker sores on your tongue, at the base of your gums, or inside your cheeks and lips. These sores are often painful and may make eating difficult, but the good news is that you don't have to give up citrus fruits.
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If you've eaten pineapple and experienced burning in your mouth or chest, it may make you think that pineapple isn't the right fruit for you. Although it's a good source of essential nutrients, pineapple is also an acidic fruit that contains an enzyme commonly used as a meat tenderizer.
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