Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
Cucumbers are a refreshing fruit that you can enjoy raw with salads, sandwiches or on their own. Very low in calories, cucumbers are fat and cholesterol free. However, some people experience gastrointestinal distress from some varieties of cucumbers because of a bitter substance called cucurbitacin.
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Eggs are a part of a healthy diet. Although eggs received a bad reputation for a while because of high cholesterol, eggs have more nutritional benefits than health risks. Eggs are high quality complete proteins that contain all nine essential amino acids.
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Nutmeg powder has a number of health benefits. Not only is nutmeg a common spice made from the kernel of an exotic fruit, but it also has antibacterial properties and contains ingredients that can help improve memory, benefit the heart, relax muscles and aid with digestion.
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The term healthy gets thrown a lot around these days and everyone has a different understanding of what healthy. When it comes to food and nutrition, as a Registered Dietitian, healthy means well-balanced meals and that most foods are acceptable in moderation.
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Traditional medicine has used the underground stem, or rhizome, of the herb ginger for centuries. Although most medicinal uses of ginger are for gastrointestinal problems, some evidence suggests that ginger may offer cardiovascular benefits as well.
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Depending on how you want to fry your vegetables, you have different options for cooking oil. Although all oils are high in fat, certain oils are healthier because of the type of fat. Cooking oils have different smoking points, or the temperature where the oil will give off smoke.
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Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin found in animal food, including seafood, meat, poultry and dairy. Your body uses vitamin B12 for proper red blood cell formation, neurological function and DNA synthesis.
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Potassium citrate and potassium chloride are forms of the mineral potassium prepared in two different ways. Potassium is an essential mineral found in various foods. Your body uses potassium to help your heart, muscles, kidneys, nerves and digestive system work properly.
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Seasonal influenza, or the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness. The influenza virus is responsible for the illness. All types of flu have similar symptoms, which can vary in severity. Symptoms include fever, cough, congestion, body aches, headache, sore throat and fatigue.
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Like other pizza restaurants, Pizza Hut primarily uses mozzarella cheese on its pizzas. The chain states that it uses part-skim mozzarella cheese on the majority of its pizzas. Some of its specialty pizzas contain Parmesan romano cheese.
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The snow crab is a crustacean found mostly in the waters between Russia and Alaska known as the Bering Sea, though they can be found in the northwestern Atlantic Ocean no farther south than Maine. The snow crab is an excellent source of protein and is generally low in fat.
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Coating your favorite foods in breading not only adds taste, it also adds calories and fat. Traditionally, breadcrumbs are mixed with eggs to make them stick to chicken, fish or vegetables. However, by mixing olive oil instead of eggs with breadcrumbs you can make breaded dishes that are a little healthier.
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Athletes use whey protein, normally found in cow’s milk, as a dietary supplement. Whey protein is also included in supplements for weight loss and in infant formula. The human body is able to absorb whey protein more efficiently than other types of protein.
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Green tea is a natural tea, made from unfermented tea leaves. Because green tea is not as processed as black or oolong tea, it is higher in antioxidants. Green tea has a number of potential health benefits and may help protect against certain illnesses.
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Dextroamphetamine and amphetamine, sold under the brand name of Adderall, is a stimulant medication. Doctors prescribe the medication to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Adderall is a controlled substance because it can become addicting.
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A traditional Italian dish, ravioli are pasta stuffed with cheese, meat or other filling and typically served with a marinara sauce. You can purchase pre-made frozen ravioli at your grocery store or you can make your own from scratch — and freeze them for later use if desired.
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Canned beans are healthy additions to any of your meals. Canned beans are usually low in saturated fat and calories, but contain high fiber content. A diet high in fiber can help ensure your bowel movements are regular. A high-fiber diet may also reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes.
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Zinc is an essential mineral that your body needs for a number of metabolic functions. Zinc is naturally present in some foods, often animal products. You can also take zinc as a supplement if you do not get enough zinc from your diet.
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The oil of certain fish contains an essential fatty acid known as omega-3. Omega-3 fatty acids are necessary for human health and development, but they cannot be produced by the body.
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Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin found naturally in some foods and is also available as a supplement. It is an antioxidant and may help to prevent or delay certain diseases. Iron is an essential mineral that is important for a number of functions by the body. Vitamin E and iron may interact at high doses.
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