How does the food we eat give us energy? From the anti-inflammatory benefits of a garlic-rich diet to the digestive impact of oatmeal and berries, understanding nutrient synergy is the foundation of an effective detox diet.
A belly button hernia, also known as an umbilical hernia, is a bulge of either intestines, fat or fluid that pushes through a weakened area of your stomach muscles. Some people may not even know it's there without their doctor pointing it out; for others, it causes pain and discomfort.
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Detox drinks, like most fad diets, often come with outrageous health claims attached. They promise not only to help you lose weight, but to rid your body of harmful toxins and fix all your health ailments.
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Don't judge a food by name alone. While the digestive biscuit originated in the early 19th century as a food to aid in digestion, according to the website The Foods of England, the modern-day version may not be as effective.
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Acid reflux can affect anyone, from infants to adults. If you experience acid reflux often, more than twice a week, you may have a chronic condition referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, and may consider any treatment to help you manage the discomfort.
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If you have a special event or a beach vacation coming up, losing 10 pounds in a week on the three-day diet with grapefruit sounds like the way to go. But this very low-calorie diet, also referred to as the Military diet, may help you lose more water and muscle than fat.
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Everyone experiences gas and bloating at one time or another, or even daily. Other than vitamin B-6 helping reduce bloating caused by fluid retention, no other vitamin helps reduce bloating caused by gas directly.
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While both soy and rice milk are good choices if you're trying to limit your intake of animal products or have an allergy or intolerance to cow's milk, they're not necessarily healthy for everyone. Side effects may include allergic reaction, impaired fertility or difficulty maintaining a healthy weight.
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While there is no puffed rice diet, this nutty-tasting, low-calorie cereal makes a good choice if you're trying to lose weight or limit your sodium intake. But its high-glycemic index means it may not keep you feeling full for too long.
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Taken as a shot, nutrient-rich wheatgrass is a trendy diet supplement that's purported to treat a number of different ailments from tooth decay to immune deficiency. Wheatgrass powder, made from dried wheatgrass juice, offers a convenient way to incorporate more wheatgrass into your meal plans.
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Stomach pain and frequent trips to the bathroom can really wreak havoc on your day. Diet, stress, medication or illness affects digestion and may lead to a weak digestive system. Taking steps to change your eating habits may help improve digestion and your overall sense of well-being.
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You may know about carbs, protein and fat, but you may not understand the importance of each one in your diet. As macronutrients, carbs, protein and fat are the substances in food that your body needs in the greatest quantities.
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Your gut is teeming with bacteria -- but it's not all bad. Probiotics are a source of good bacteria, and including them in your diet can help improve the ratio of good to bad bacteria. For men, these friendly bacteria may help alleviate gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome.
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Drinking fresh juice every day for 30 days has its benefits, unless that's the only thing you're consuming. Most 30-day juice diets involve you fasting on juice alone to either help you lose weight or detox your body. You certainly will lose weight subsisting on a juice-only diet, but it's not the healthiest way to go.
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Not everyone on a liquid diet wants to lose weight. If you've just had oral surgery, have to follow a liquid diet due to difficulty chewing or swallowing, or find it easier to drink your food rather than eat it, you may be having a hard time getting enough calories to maintain your weight.
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It's sweet and spicy, and a delicious way to start and end the day. And, according to the LoveToKnow website, proponents of the honey and cinnamon detox diet claim it helps prevent the accumulation of fat.
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Rice is the staple grain in the diet of half the world's population, according to the International Rice Research Institute. When it comes to rice options, basmati rice in its whole-grain form may be one of the better choices.
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Fluid in the lungs may not make you think about your heart, but congestive heart failure is the most common cause of the buildup of fluids in your lungs, also known as pulmonary edema.
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Drinking water is good for your health, but the water therapy diet is a fad diet promoted as a cleanse or detox. The diet does not restrict what you eat, making it a healthier option than most fad diets.
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Even though many people with diabetes struggle to lose weight, some may have the desire to gain. Supplements may help you get the calories you need to gain the weight.
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Boba, or “boba pearls” or “tapioca balls” as they’re commonly called, is a key ingredient of the popular Asian drink boba tea, which was reportedly invented in the 1980s in Taiwan.
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