Hass avocados have a dark purple or black skin and a creamy, bright green flesh inside. This variety of avocado is grown in California, New Zealand and Central America. Hass avocados contain many different nutrients packed inside the small fruit.
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Powerade is a brand of electrolyte-based sports drinks that comes in a variety of fruit flavors. Powerade is a non-carbonated beverage that helps restore your body's balance of electrolytes, according to the manufacturer labeling.
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Sunflower seeds aren't just for the birds, they are a nutritious snack to enjoy alone or as part of a trail mix. Roast a cup of sunflower seeds in the oven and sprinkle with salt before eating.
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Jolly Ranchers are a type of hard candy made by the Hershey's company. The fruit flavor that comes from a Jolly Rancher is powerful.
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Hypercalcemia is a condition of having a higher than normal level of calcium in the blood. Hypercalcemia may be the result of parathyroid, adrenal gland disorders or kidney disease. Consuming extremely high amounts of calcium in the diet can also contribute to hypercalcemia.
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Iron is a nutrient that most people get from their diets. Iron supplements may be prescribed for medical conditions such as anemia and celiac disease. People who use iron supplements should take care and use the mineral only as directed to avoid an accidental overdose.
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Carotenemia is the presence of high levels of beta carotene in the blood. Carotenemia is also sometimes called carotenodermia.
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The tender flakiness of broiled salmon is a treat for the taste buds and a healthy diet staple for your body. Salmon contains omega-3 fatty acids, an essential nutrient that contributes to heart health.
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Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable high in vitamin C, vitamin A and a compound called sulforaphane that may protect you against cancer, according to Oregon State University.
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Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a role in many of your body's functions, including metabolism and how your body catalyzes enzymes. The nutrient is also vital to the healthy upkeep of your neurological and immune systems and the structure of your cells' membranes.
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TMJ is the abbreviation used to describe temporomandibular joint disorder. The temporomandibular joints are your lower jaw joints; they connect your jaw to your head. People who suffer from TMJ experience pain and often loud popping or cracking noises when chewing and yawning.
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Spaghetti is one of the easiest meals to make. Even though it’s one of the quicker meals to throw together, sometimes the extra 20-minute wait to boil water is time you simply don’t have the patience to endure. Solve the problem by preparing noodles a day or so in advance to reheat at your convenience.
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Sweet potatoes, like the name implies, are a bit sweeter in flavor than their red, white or gold cousins. Sweet potatoes are also packed with vitamin A, vitamin C and fiber, making them a nutritious vegetable choice. Sweet potatoes are not just for enjoyment on Thanksgiving, and can be cooked in a variety of ways.
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The bright green stalks and florets of a bunch of broccoli are bursting with nutrients, including vitamin C, protein, fiber and calcium. Broccoli is also low in calories; a half-cup serving contains just 23 calories.
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Cookies are such a treat when they are fresh and moist, chewy or crunchy, and just delicious. Conversely, stale cookies that have become hard may look great but are not as appealing to the taste buds.
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The heartiness of baked beans, as well as their low costs, makes the side dish a popular potluck item at family gatherings and cookouts. Baked beans are made form navy beans, which are full of fiber, folate, phosphorus and calcium.
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Stool color is a topic you may be hesitant or embarrassed to discuss with your health-care provider. Most people have what they consider to be their normal stool color, but when your elimination looks different from your expectations, you may think that your discolored stool is abnormal and cause for worry.
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Frequent urination can be a temporary problem or a chronic issue that varies in severity. Frequent urination can be accompanied by the urgent need to relieve yourself, which can be anxiety-provoking and embarrassing if you are not near a restroom.
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Fecal incontinence is the involuntary loss of bowel control. Injury, illness and your diet can all be contributing factors in fecal incontinence. Foods that are more likely to give you diarrhea may cause the leakage that is consistent with incontinence.
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