Variety comparisons and diverse culinary forms, such as juices or dried extracts, determine the nutritional value and physiological impact of plant-based diets on systemic health.
A turnover is a type of pastry that contains a filling, usually fruit. The baker places the filling on a sheet of pastry dough, and folds the dough over to seal in the filling. The calories in these morsels can add up quickly.
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The Asian pear is similar to its cousin the traditional pear in that it is tart, slightly sweet and juicy, with a firm texture similar to that of an apple.
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One 3.5-oz. green apple with skin contains 52 calories. A 3.5-oz. apple has 48 calories if you eat it without the skin, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Vodka originally was made from rye, but other fermenting grains -- including wheat, barley and corn -- can also produce vodka. Manufacturers may use essences of citrus or other fruits, such as blueberries, to flavor vodka.
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Hass avocados have a dark purple or black skin and a creamy, bright green flesh inside. This variety of avocado is grown in California, New Zealand and Central America. Hass avocados contain many different nutrients packed inside the small fruit.
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Stoli Ohranj is an orange-flavored vodka made by Stolichnaya. The company describes this Russian vodka as having strong orange scents balanced with hints of other citrus flavors, as well as dark chocolate.
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Turkey avocado wraps contain protein, carbohydrates and fats -- the three major nutrients your body needs. They are moderately low in calories and can be a healthy lunch option if you choose your ingredients wisely.
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Originally from New Zealand, Gala apples are also grown extensively in the United States. They are generally sweet, firm and crisp -- and good for baking or fresh eating. Small to medium in size, gala apples, like all apples, are low in calories and rich in dietary fiber and vitamin C.
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Caramel apples are good any time of year, but they evoke a sense of autumn, when the crunch of leaves and the scent of apples fill the air. The apples provide a healthy substrate for the caramel so you get a bit of nutrition with your chewy treat.
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Lemons are a very versatile fruit. They may be used as seasoning for other foods or used in lemonade and other fruit juices. According to herbs2000.com, eating lemons may ease the acidity in your stomach when eaten regularly.
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Pumpkin seeds in the shell contain about 285 calories per cup if they are dry-toasted in the oven, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If they are roasted in oil, the calorie count goes up considerably.
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Red Delicious is a variety of apple known for being mildly sweet and juicy. These apples have an intense red color that may have a some yellow streaking. Red Delicious apples are good for eating fresh, with salads and for juicing, but they are not good baking apples.
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A clementine is a type of mandarin orange that originated in Spain. These mini-oranges are small, sweet, easy to peel and practically seedless. Clementines are also a fat-free food.
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Butternut squash is a type of winter squash, with yellowish-tan skin and firm orange flesh. Low in fats and proteins and high in carbohydrates, the vegetable has a mild, slightly nutty flavor and is typically prepared by boiling or steaming.
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Bean sprouts, the tender, flavorful sprouts of young beans, are a tasty, crunchy topping for all kinds of foods. Some people pile them high on a turkey sandwich and others may mix them into soups or salads.
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A plum is a low-calorie fruit that contains vitamins, minerals and amino acids. There are more than 140 kinds of plums that may be small in size or slightly larger and different in color.
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Many dieters enjoy the warmth and sensation of comfort foods, such as a bowl of hot soup on a cold day. While soup can play an important role in weight loss, it may also provide various nutrients, depending on the ingredients. Heinz cream of tomato soup is one variety of soup sold in the United Kingdom.
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Fresh cherries are sweet, rich in taste and conveniently bite-sized. Eating a handful of fresh cherries won't rack up a lot of calories, but may leave you wanting more.
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Apples are widely held as a healthy snack food. Although apples are nutritious, and in all ways better than candy or potato chips, "Eat, Drink and Be Healthy," author Walter Willett warns that apples and other fruits are high in calories.
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Choose carrot sticks instead of chips or crackers for a snack. Carrot sticks are a healthy, low-calorie food. They're a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin K and manganese.
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