Condition-specific nutrition is vital for managing issues like pancreatic cancer or hyperthyroidism. From keto recipes to identifying foods that raise uric acid for gout sufferers, learn how to tailor your diet for your unique health needs.
For the most part, vegetables have natural qualities and nutrients that facilitate weight loss. Some weight-loss plans even classify them as a βfreeβ food, implying that you really can eat as many veggies as you like and still drop pounds.
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Most kids need nutrient-rich carbohydrates, such as starchy vegetables and whole grains, for energy and good health. Limiting your child's carb intake of healthy carbs to help him lose weight isn't necessary and could leave him deficient in certain nutrients.
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Carrying some extra pounds on the gut comes from consuming more calories than you burn through exercise. No foods specifically add fat to your belly. They add fat to your whole body, which includes your belly. Likewise, avoiding specific foods won't flatten your belly specifically. They'll help you lose weight overall.
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Your doctor may place you on a bland diet if you have a digestive disorder such as chronic gastritis, a peptic ulcer, persistent diarrhea or reflux disease. You may also need to follow the diet if you've recently had surgery on your digestive tract.
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Endurance athletes rely on proper nutrition to achieve optimal performance and recovery. Suboptimal nutrition can put athletes at risk for serious health outcomes that affect hormones, bone mass, strength, energy and injury risk.
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Individuals with gout may be better able to manage their condition by following a low-purine diet. Purines are naturally occurring compounds that your body metabolizes into uric acid.
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Explore the potential dangers of chlorella, a supplement touted for its health benefits. Learn about side effects, quality concerns, and reasons to use caution when taking chlorella.
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Chemicals in most people's urine effectively keep crystals from forming. When this process is inefficient, crystals composed of calcium plus oxalate or phosphate, or from uric acid, form. Some crystals pass through the urinary tract with ease; others cause tremendous pain.
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The pancreas is an organ located behind the stomach, and connects to the intestines just below the stomach. This organ is responsible for producing enzymes that aid in the digestion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates in foods, according to the Jackson Seigelbaum Gastroenterology website.
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Splenda, the brand name for the sugar substitute sucralose, is found in packets to add to tea or coffee, and is also added to many diet soft drinks, chewing gums, juices and even health bars.
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Many recipes call for some type of wheat-based flour, whether whole-wheat, all-purpose or cake flour, but you can successfully replace wheat flour with chickpea flour. It adds a nutty taste and a boost of protein, and it works well in any dish, from baked goods to soups and sauces.
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When you want to build muscle, consuming supplemental protein after a workout can help. While protein alone won't create big guns and a taut frame, combining it with a focused workout routine, hydration and proper sleep will give you an edge on muscle development.
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Top performing mixed martial artists are among the fittest athletes, due, in part, to their commitment to clean eating. Mixed martial arts combines skills from multiple disciplines including boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wrestling.
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The American Pregnancy Association advises women to avoid eating certain products while they're pregnant to lower the risk of food-borne illnesses or contamination that may harm the baby. Some, but not all, types of corned beef are on this list.
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If you regularly hit the gym or the trail for a long, intense exercise session, pay attention to what you consume afterward. A snack or meal containing carbohydrates and protein affects how you recover and improve as a result of your efforts.
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Anyone can develop an allergy to milk, but it is most common in infants, affecting 2 percent to 3 percent, according to the KidsHealth website. As a parent, you may worry about what you're going to feed your baby if she has an allergy to milk.
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Chemotherapy is a trying time without having to worry about what to eat, so the American Cancer Society recommends preparing ahead of time.
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Nutrition during pregnancy is crucial in the health and development of your unborn child. While it is routinely recommended that pregnant women avoid certain fish, undercooked meats, soft cheese made with unpasteurized milk or large amounts of caffeine, food additives should also be considered.
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Sales of gluten-free foods are expected to reach more than $5 billion by 2015, reports the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness. A protein found in wheat, rye and barley, gluten is blamed for the symptoms β including diarrhea and weight loss β of Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.
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When you're supplementing your diet with creatine, make sure you're getting the most benefit. Creatine is available in both powder and pill form. Choosing one over the other comes down to which one you find more convenient. Consult your doctor before adding creatine to your daily routine.
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