There are a host of diet plans available claiming to promote rapid weight loss. A low-carb diet is a popular diet plan in which only 15 to 20 percent of your calories come from carbs and the rest come from fats and proteins.
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Acne, or acne vulgaris, is an inflammatory skin condition that causes pimples, white heads and blackheads. Contrary to popular beliefs, particular foods do not cause acne, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Certain foods and nutrients may, however, may help prevent or reduce your acne symptoms.
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The slippery, often thick substance that accumulates in your throat and nasal passages during a cold is called phlegm. It is one of your body's natural responses to inflammation associated with upper-respiratory infections, such as colds, bronchitis and sinusitis, allergies and chronic cough.
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Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas — the large gland behind the stomach that secretes enzymes used for digestion. While acute pancreatitis occurs suddenly, chronic pancreatitis develops gradually and continues long term.
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Weight fluctuations are a normal part of physical development for teenagers. When weight gain is severe, sudden or accompanies additional symptoms, an underlying medical condition may exist.
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Yeast diets, also called candida diets, are used to reduce the negative effects of an overgrowth of candida -- a yeast-like fungus that occurs naturally in the body. Although candida itself is harmless, an overgrowth can cause yeast infections, or candidiasis, in your mouth, stomach, groin, urinary tract or skin.
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Ephedrine is a drug similar in structure to amphetamines. In February 2004, the Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, banned sales of dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids, also called ephedra or ma-huang, due to serious potential side effects. According to MayoClinic.
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Indian food is known for its use of herbs and aromatic rice and curry dishes. Though Indian dietary habits vary, depending upon the region of the country, most traditional dishes are prepared with simple ingredients, such as meats, vegetables and spices. According to Mridula Baljekar, chef and author of "
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The Cabbage Soup Diet is a weight-loss diet designed to promote rapid weight loss. Though numerous variations of the Cabbage Soup Diet exist, they all promote one primary guideline -- eating as much cabbage soup as you desire.
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OCD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, is anxiety characterized by unreasonable fears and thoughts that lead to compulsive behaviors, such as repeatedly checking whether you locked the front door or washing your hands.
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Bloating occurs when air or fluid builds up in your abdominal area, causing uncomfortable fullness, pressure and/or pain. Numerous factors can contribute to bloating, including stress, anxiety, smoking, digestive illnesses, irritable bowel syndrome and certain foods. Your eating habits can also play a role.
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Common gastric conditions include gas pain and bloating, indigestion and ulcers, which affect 25 million Americans annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In addition to medical treatments, when necessary, certain foods may help manage your symptoms.
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A raw food diet is based upon uncooked, unprocessed plant-derived foods. Staples of the diet include organic fruits and vegetables, sprouts, unprocessed grains, nuts, beans and seaweed. In some cases mildly heated foods, such as warm vegetable soup, are permitted.
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Chemical treatments, sun exposure, excessive blow-drying and even a poor diet can deplete hair of moisture, making way for dullness and breakage. Fortunately, there are solutions. In addition to improving your overall lifestyle, quality shampoos and conditioners can help revitalize dry locks.
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Up to 45 million Americans have acne, making it the most prevalent skin condition in the U.S., according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Symptoms can include whiteheads, blackheads, pink bumps, pimples and large, inflamed and pus-filled lesions known as cysts and nodules, which might lead to scarring.
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Sixty-eight percent of Americans over age 20 are overweight or obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And Americans spend more than $40 billion on dieting and weight-loss products each year, many of which are supplements containing stimulants such as caffeine.
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Bulimia, or bulimia nervosa, is an eating disorder that involves repetitive cycles of binging and purging, emotional upheaval and obsession with weight loss.
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Combined fatigue, weakness, diarrhea, and weight loss can be caused by a variety of conditions, in particular infectious diseases, inflammatory syndromes, chronic diarrheal conditions, or inherited diseases, according to the Merck Manual.
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Candida is a yeast-like fungus in the digestive tract that, when present in normal amounts, does not cause problems. When candida grows excessively it is a condition known as candidiasis, or yeast infection.
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Unexplained weight loss occurs without intentional efforts, such as dieting or increased exercise. Bruising occurs when the blood vessels beneath the skin are ruptured.
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