Low-Sodium Meal Ideas
Eating foods with too much sodium -- salt -- can lead to high blood pressure, a condition that increases your risk of stroke, heart disease and kidney problems, reports the American Heart Association.
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Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Raising HDL in a Vegetarian Diet
HDL cholesterol, known as the "good" cholesterol, promotes cardiovascular health by keeping the "bad" cholesterol, known as LDL, at desirable levels. A vegetarian diet can help raise your HDL levels and also keeps your LDL levels down, since animal products are a prime source of LDL cholesterol.
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Healthy Thai Food Choices at Restaurants
Thai food is delicious, but not all of it fits within a healthy diet. Much of the cuisine contains coconut milk, which has 50 grams of saturated fat per cup, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Nutrient Database. Other dishes are deep fried or smothered in oily sauces.
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Recovering Anorexic Meal Plans
Anorexia is an eating disorder that is characterized by skipping meals, only eating a small selection of low-calorie foods, poor body image and perfectionism, according to Mental Health America.
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High Protein Foods for Babies
Protein is necessary in a baby's diet because it supports the health of cells, tissues and organs as a baby grows, according to AskDr.Sears.com. Some sources of protein are considered complete while others should be combined with foods that also contain protein.
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