If you're on a low-carb diet or you're diabetic, you may sometimes notice a funny taste in your mouth when your blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, is low. It isn't bad breath from poor oral hygiene -- it's a result of your body not being able to burn carbohydrates for energy and burning fat instead.
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A roasted lamb shank bone, known as the zeroa (also spelled zeroah or z'roah), is placed on the seder plate at Passover. It symbolizes the two lambs that were sacrificed on the eve of the ancient Jews' exodus from Egypt. A lamb was sacrificed on the afternoon before Passover in subsequent years.
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Rashes and stomach aches are common in children and are rarely serious, but when your child has them it can be scary. A stomach ache can make your child feel miserable, and you may worry if he isn't eating or drinking as much as usual or starts vomiting.
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When your toddler has a cold, nothing matters except making him feel better. Doctors at the Mayo Clinic warn against using cold medications in children under 2 years old, and advise using caution when giving them to children over 2.
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Serotonin is a neurotransmitter and hormone that's found throughout the body. If you have too little serotonin, it could lead to unwelcome changes such as mood disorders, depression or digestive upset. This imbalance is called serotonin deficiency. There may not be a cure for it, but treatment is available.
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When your baby is teething, he probably seems to drool constantly. All of that saliva can give him "drool rash" -- a raised, red rash most commonly found on the face but that can also extend onto the neck and chest if your little one is a "super drooler."
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If your little one is fussing or complaining of ear pain, you might assume he has an ear infection. Then, after taking a closer look, you see a rash on his outer ear that's causing the pain.
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The first year of baby's life seems to fly by, and before you know it your little bundle of joy is preparing to walk and beginning to talk. His nutritional needs have changed tremendously since his first weeks of life, and by 11 months, he's capable of eating many of the same things you eat.
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From your child's first scribbles to her carefully written school book reports, she goes through a series of developmental stages that help shape her handwriting. It takes time to remember which direction each letter and number is supposed to face, and it's common for children to write them backward from time to time.
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According to MayoClinic.com, babies can have as many as 10 upper respiratory infections--better known as the common cold--before age 2. It's also common for newborn babies to have some nasal congestion in the first two months of life.
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Children develop rapidly from birth to seven years, progressing from totally helpless infants to individuals who can think, speak and solve problems. Knowing the stages of child development can help you understand their needs and behaviors and provide appropriate learning opportunities and activities.
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Sticking to a healthy diet all the time can be difficult. Temptation is everywhere, in the form of high-fat entrees and comfort food that might make you feel better for a while but pack on the calories. If you've given in to the lures of a heavy meal, don't be too hard on yourself.
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Pomegranates are known for their deep red hue and distinctive shape, round with a crown at the top. This fruit looks like royalty, and in terms of health benefits, it is. It helps you reach your recommended daily fruit intake recommendations, set by the USDA -- 1.5 cups for women and 2 cups for men.
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Oats and whole grains are good sources of fiber, which is essential for heart and digestive health and aids in weight loss. However, sometimes eating oats and whole grains can make you feel bloated; it's as if your stomach is heavy and full of air. Oats and whole grains also can cause embarrassing gas to occur.
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It's not uncommon to notice spots on your fingernails. They are called leukonychia, and they appear as small white spots or streaks on your nails. If you've been sick or haven't been eating well and you develop spots on your fingernails, you might wonder if they're caused by a vitamin deficiency.
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Ginger has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, from gastrointestinal upset to sinus problems. Sinus problems often occur with the common cold and can leave you with a stuffed up nose, swelling around your eyes and pain in your face and head.
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Remember the old saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away"? There's definitely some truth to that; eating fruit every day is a first step toward staying healthy. When it comes to men's health, a banana a day may not keep the doctor away, but it will certainly help improve your overall well-being.
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Nothing says "summer" like the smoky aroma of food being cooked on a charcoal grill. It brings back memories of simpler days, when people had time to sit around with friends in the sunshine and wait for a perfectly cooked bratwurst to come off the grill.
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Nothing beats the smell of soup simmering on the stove on a cool winter evening, and even in warm weather, the comforting taste and texture of soup is just what you need at the end of a long, hard day.
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Pork-neck bones are an inexpensive cut of meat packed with flavor. They're typically prepared by being boiled and served over rice with greens, green beans or potatoes. Pork-neck bones must be slow cooked in order to get all of the meat off the bones and ensure that they come out tender.
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