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.
Before bakers discovered the power of yeast, bread was made unleavened, which means it did not rise. While you may think of matzo when someone says unleavened bread, pita bread and tortillas are also unleavened bread products.
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While a poor diet can affect the health of your hair, there's no one food or drink that can help it grow faster. However, there is evidence that lysine and vitamin B-6 may be beneficial, so including drinks rich in these nutrients may help hair health and growth.
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Shingles is a rash caused by a type of herpes virus that also causes chicken pox. If you've had chicken pox, you're at risk of getting shingles at some point during your lifetime.
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People sometimes try the candida diet in the hope of limiting the symptoms of yeast infections or candidiasis. Although dietary changes have not been proved to reduce yeast, some may feel better after making these changes, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Fatty foods can cause immediate side effects such as gas, bloating, acid reflux and heartburn, and long-term effects such as increased risk for heart disease. While some fats are necessary for wellness, other should be limited.
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As your doctor suggested, you're eating a healthy diet to help get your blood cholesterol numbers down. While you might enjoy eating more fruits, vegetables and grains, you want to eat a little meat and fish, too.
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Keeping your voice healthy isnβt just about avoiding colds or flus that make it difficult to sing or speak; you also need to maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet.
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Most common in Asian food and diets, fermented soy products like miso, soy sauce, tempeh, natto, fermented soymilk and fermented tofu have been put under the proverbial microscope in recent years and studied for potential health benefits.
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Sauerkraut and its juices are made from naturally fermented cabbage. In this ancient method of food preservation, dry salt is added to shredded cabbage, which causes the cabbage to release juice containing lactic acid, preserving the cabbage.
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Usually it's the protein in fish that causes an allergic reaction, rather than the fat from the oil. However, during processing, it's possible that the oil could come into contact with the fish's protein, causing an allergic response when you consume the oil.
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Also known in India as Soy Mealmaker, Nutrela Soya Chunks by Ruchi Nutrition is a line of high-protein soy chunks, mini-chunks and granules. These chunks can be used interchangeably with certain types of meat in various recipes.
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So you're a regular coffee drinker who's considering a low-carb diet. Better weigh that decision carefully over your next Venti Bold because the diet recommends you limit your java intake. According to the Atkins website, caffeine in coffee may lower your blood sugar or increase food cravings.
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Nitrites give cured meats that characteristic smoky flavor and pink color that make them irresistible. Although evidence that nitrites cause cancer is limited, processed and cured meats may increase your risk for cancers of the prostate, lung, esophagus and stomach, according to the World Cancer Research Fund.
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Unsaturated fat comes in two forms: monounsaturated and polyunsaturated. Including these healthy fats as a part of a well-balanced diet can result in a lowering of cholesterol levels and help prevent heart disease, reports the MayoClinic.com.
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Malt vinegar does more than pucker up your taste buds. It offers nutritional benefits too. It's a fermented food made by introducing a bacteria to barley syrup, which turns the sugar into an acid.
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You might think of melon seeds as a part of the fruit to be cleaned away, removed and later planted, but not eaten. According to Vegetarians in Paradise, people in the Middle East and China have been eating toasted melon seeds as a snack for centuries.
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Naturally smoked oysters packed in olive oil not only make a delicious treat, but also pack a nutritional punch. Raw, fresh oysters are typically steamed then smoked to enhance the flavor.
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Like a column in a building, your spine is responsible for supporting the weight of your body. Over time, this job begins to take its toll on the discs, the firm cushions that separate your vertebrae -- the bones that make up your spine.
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Alkaline phosphatase, or ALP, is a protein found in all body tissues. The bones, liver and bile ducts usually contain higher concentrations of ALP than other body tissues. Normal ALP levels range from a low of 44 international units per liter to a high of 147 International Units per Liter, according to MedlinePlus.
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While sodium is found in most foods, vegetables and fruits are naturally low in the nutrient. If sodium intake is a concern for you, becoming aware of the few vegetables and fruits with higher sodium contents may benefit you when it comes to planning your diet.
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