Lemonade While Pregnant
Lemonade is a refreshing drink that can soothe morning sickness during pregnancy and provide lots of vitamin C, but drinking too much sugary lemonade could cause unnecessary weight gain.
Read more →
Chapped Lips and Allergies
Allergies can be the direct or indirect cause of chapped lips, or cheilitis. Some people develop the problem due to allergies to substances touching the lips, including toothpaste and lip care products.
Read more →
Three Components of Energy Expenditure
Energy expenditure concerns calories burned versus calories consumed. Imbalances between the two determine weight loss, gain or maintenance. Bodies that store too much energy become overweight. One component of your expenditure is basal metabolic rate -- the energy you burn when inactive.
Read more →
Forgetfulness in Teens
Forgetfulness can be a problem for teenagers. While forgetting some things can be completely normal, there are some conditions that can cause it to happen more often, such as depression, dyslexia, attentional disorders, hypothyroidism, sleep deprivation and substance abuse.
Read more →
What Is the Nutritional Difference Between White & Black Chia Seeds?
All colors of chia seed have similar nutritional value. Although tiny, these seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant pack such a nutritional punch that nutritionists call chia a superfood.
Read more →
Uses for Pineapple Sage
Pineapple sage (Salvia elegans) is a Salvia species used in cooking, baking and beverages. When crushed, the leaves have a tangy fragrance and flavor of pineapple. The bright, red flowers are also edible and taste like a combination of citrus and mint.
Read more →