Though not as well known as its white counterpart, black garlic is enjoying a rise in popularity in gastronomic circles and the alternative medicine field. Introduced to the health and food markets about five years ago by the Koreans, garlic becomes "black garlic"

Polyphenols are chemicals found in foods that help to prevent the damage of free radicals in the body -- unstable molecules that can damage the arteries and cause numerous health problems. Different types of polyphenols exist, and eating a wide variety of foods will ensure you get the healthiest diet possible.

An inflamed colon -- irritation and swelling -- may be caused by a number of different gastrointestinal disorders, including ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease or diverticulitis. Whatever the cause, you'll need to avoid eating foods that may cause further irritation.

Rose tea, also sometimes known as rose bud tea, is made from whole, dehydrated rose blossoms. These delicate pink flowers make a fragrant brew that is light-tasting, fruity and low in calories.

Vitamin P is a rarely used collective term for a plant classification known as flavonoids, or bioflavonoids -- the terms more commonly used. Flavonoids are pigments that produce yellow or red-blue coloring in plants. Along with color, they provide plants with protection from attacks from insects, fungi and microbes.

Indigestion, or dyspepsia, occurs when you have difficulty digesting food, and it may present as a number of symptoms, including stomach pains, uncomfortable feelings of fullness or a burning pain in the upper abdomen.

Glycerin, also referred to as glycerol or glycerine, is a colorless, odorless organic liquid derived from fats and oils. It is thick, with a warm, sweet taste. Glycedrin is used in industrial applications, food preparation and in personal care products.

Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, is a common condition characterized by the regurgitation of acid from the stomach up into the esophagus, which causes a burning pain.

Eating certain foods will lead to the release of dopamine, a chemical that can cause a "feel-good" response in the bloodstream. Dopamine is integral to experiencing emotional responses in a variety of situations, as well as the ability to feel pleasure or pain.

Granola bars are gaining popularity as a healthy, on-the-go snack. You can purchase them at most supermarkets in boxes of 6 to 12 bars. Nature Valley, part of the General Mills family of products, has a range of granola bars from which to choose.

Replacing less-healthy foods with nonfat, plain yogurt may improve your weight-loss results. Although some research points toward weight loss when consuming nonfat yogurt -- including belly fat loss -- not all studies have found weight-loss benefits from eating yogurt.

Neurontin is a drug used to treat or prevent seizure disorders such as epilepsy. Although you can take the drug either with food or on an empty stomach, you should take it at the same time every day for maximum benefit.