Monosodium glutamate, also called MSG, is the amino acid glutamic acid converted into a sodium salt. It is used as a food additive usually found in processed meats, Chinese cuisine, canned vegetables and soups. MSG enhances the natural flavors of foods.
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People have been eating pork since 7,000 B.C., according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Pork comes from hogs and is made into ribs, pork chops, loin, shoulder, sausage and bacon.
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Black pepper and turmeric are aromatic spices that not only add unique flavors to food but also have a variety of health benefits. Turmeric, Curcuma Ionga, is a member of the ginger family and one of the main spices in curry, which is a blend of herbs commonly used in Indian and Asian cuisine.
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Bloating can be caused by a variety of foods or chronic diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract. Certain medications can also affect the stomach and digestive tract causing bloating or swelling of the abdomen.
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Brandy gets its name from the Dutch word brandewijin, or burnt wine. Dutch traders in the 17th-century distilled wine to preserve it during transport. Brandy is distilled by cooking wine, which causes the alcohol to condense while the water burns off and evaporates. The alcohol liquefies as it cools leaving brandy.
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Miracle Mineral Supplement, also referred to as Miracle Mineral Solution or MMS, is a 28 percent sodium chlorite solution in distilled water. The sodium chlorite solution comes with citric acid that is used as an activator when mixed with the sodium chlorite.
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Wheat dextrin is a versatile product that is primarily used in the textile, adhesive and food industries, and as a dietary fiber to improve digestion. Wheat starch is chemically processed to make wheat dextrin. It is used globally and has many commercial uses, along with various health benefits.
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More than 300 biochemical reactions in your body use magnesium. Half of the magnesium in your body is found in your bones, while the rest is in your organs and cells. Magnesium is a mineral found in green vegetables, some legumes, whole grains that are unrefined, and in nuts and seeds.
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The neck and jaw muscles are subject to tension daily, especially if you use a computer all day long or if you routinely carry a heavy load from your neck or shoulders. Neck and jaw exercises firm, tone and relax the muscles in your head and neck.
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Black cherry, or prunus serotina rosaceae, is part of the rose family. It shares the same benefits of other cherries such as bing, royal Ann and red cherries. Black cherries supply a good source of vitamins, provide powerful antioxidants and reduce inflammation, according to a study in a 2003 issue of "
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Vitamin A is a group of compounds that includes retinoids and carotenoids. Vitamin A from plant sources is a carotenoid that your body can transform into a retinol, while vitamin A from animal sources is already in a form of retinol that's easily absorbed by your body.
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Your digestive tract contains living bacteria that are important in metabolic functions that support digestion, the digestive system and produce essential nutrients for your body. Keeping these bacteria in balance is essential to good health.
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Likas Papaya Soap is manufactured by Trinidad Cosmetics Laboratory Inc. in the Philippines. Likas Papaya Soap claims to whiten skin and is made from organic herbs.
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Rum is distilled from sugar cane and molasses and aged in oak barrels. It has the quality of mixing easily with other flavors. This makes rum a popular alcohol year round. In winter, the rich flavor of rum adds to coffee and other hot drinks and in summer months is the perfect companion to fruit juices and sodas.
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Mochi ice cream is a variation on mochi, which is a traditional Japanese treat made with sweet, sticky rice. A small ball of ice cream is wrapped inside a mochi covering to make mochi ice cream.
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Human growth hormone, also called HGH, is produced by the pituitary gland. It is important in childhood to help fuel growth and to maintain organs and tissues in the body. HGH production begins to reduce in middle age.
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Central air conditioning is used in homes and businesses worldwide, but many of central air's negative effects get little recognition. Central air conditioning is essential in hot climates and makes summertime more comfortable.
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Potassium is an essential dietary mineral and electrolyte that regulates the balance of fluids in the body. Potassium citrate is a potassium salt of citric acid. It is a crystalline powder with a slightly salty taste. It is involved in nerve function, muscle control and blood pressure.
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Hyaluronic acid exists in all living organisms. It is responsible for lubrication in the vitreous humor in the eye, in skin and in the joints. You can use hyaluronic acid for various purposes.
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Organic foods are grown without chemical pesticides on farmland that is free of chemicals. The United States Department of Agriculture oversees the National Organic Program, which regulates organic farming standards in accordance with the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990.
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