If you're following a low-carb diet to lose weight or manage a medical condition, Chinese food can still be on the menu. A low-carb diet, as defined by American Family Physician in 2006, is a diet that keeps daily carbohydrate intake to 20 to 60 grams, or less than 20 percent of total daily calories.
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Knowing how many calories you burn daily helps you manage your weight. For the average 200-lb. male, aged 19 to 50 years, several factors influence the exact daily burn rate.
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Five-hundred million Twinkies are baked each year. The treats were first offered in 1930 and are now produced by Hostess. Twinkies feature a vanilla sponge cake surrounding a creamy vanilla-flavored filling. Despite their popularity, Twinkies offer very little nutritional value.
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Egg whites are low in calories and high in protein, making them a good food for those watching their weight. Egg whites are an inexpensive source of complete protein, meaning they provide all the amino acids the body cannot produce on its own. Egg whites make a healthy addition to any meal of the day.
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The combination of vodka and orange juice is a classic drink known as a screwdriver. Alcohol provides 7 calories per gram, but no nutrition, while the calories in orange juice come primarily from carbohydrates, which contain 4 calories per gram.
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Glycogen is energy stored within your muscles and liver that fuels daily activity, from running on the treadmill to doing the dishes after dinner. This stored energy also plays an important role in fueling your brain, red blood cells and internal organs.
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Sugary soft drinks spike your blood sugar and add several hundred calories to your diet, without making you feel full. Soda is just one type of soft drink; this category also includes fruit punch, flavored fruit drinks, energy drinks, sweetened tea and lemonade.
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The F-Plan Diet launched in 1983, with fiber as the key focus for weight loss. The author of the F-Plan Diet, Audrey Eyton, called for you to consume between 40 and 50 grams of roughage daily, exceeding the Institute of Medicine's recommendation of 38 grams for men and 25 grams for women.
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Everyone produces between one and four pints of gas per day. While flatulence is natural, excessive gas can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Certain vegetables, especially when eaten raw, can trigger gas and bloating in sensitive people.
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Wheat Thins are a baked snack cracker made by Nabisco, owned by Kraft Foods. They are made with whole-grain whole wheat flour and come in a variety of flavors. Wheat thins may be eaten as a snack on their own, or with dips, cheese or toppings.
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You take vitamins to maintain a healthy body and cover any nutritional deficiencies your diet might leave. But, for some people, this healthy body comes at a smelly price.
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A dry, flaky scalp may result from dry skin, dandruff or a more serious autoimmune condition called psoriasis. Good habits, such as regularly moisturizing, shampooing, staying hydrated and getting enough essential fatty acids, can help keep your scalp from suffering from dryness.
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A nutritious 2,400-calorie meal plan is built on a foundation of whole, unprocessed foods. While 2,400 calories is a high enough amount to allow for some discretionary calories to come from foods such as sugars, alcohol and extra portions, about 90 percent of calories should come from nutritious sources.
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Half and half is a mix of half whole milk and half cream. It is usually found in cartons in the dairy section of most major supermarkets. Most often used in coffee, half and half may also be used for baking, to thicken sauces or as an ingredient in ice cream.
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You choose whole wheat bread for its higher nutritional value, but upon reading the labels of many brands, realize they contain no more fiber and just as many added sugars and fillers as white bread. Not all wheat breads are created equal.
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What you eat affects your mental state. Not only do food choices have an impact on your weight and heart health, but they also contribute to feelings of depression or stress. Compounds in certain foods stimulate your brain to produce dopamine, a neurotransmitter that affects your get-up-and-go.
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What you consume right after your workout directly affects your results and recovery. When eaten within an hour of your workout, a combination of protein and carbohydrates helps your body start the repair and refueling process.
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A naturally occurring amino acid that your body produces on its own, L-proline may be taken in supplemental form to lower the buildup of arterial deposits and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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No food you eat has a direct impact on your feet. Your diet can cause health issues, though, which make you more likely to experience joint pain, poor blood flow and nerve damage -- all of which can make foot pain happen.
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Because raw leafy greens and watery vegetables are among the lowest-carb foods available, you can eat lots of salads while on a low-carb diet. A moderately low-carb diet has you consume fewer than 150 grams of carbs per day, and some extremely low-carb plans restrict you to 20 to 50 grams per day.
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