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.
To apply vitamin E oil directly to the skin, break the capsules and mix the oil into other ingredients to form a mask that can be dabbed on the face to improve hydration and decrease the appearance of scars.
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Apple cider vinegar is kind of a darling of the whole and natural foods world. With non-FDA approved claims of weight loss, skin improvement and digestion benefits, apple cider vinegar has a place in many people's homes, despite the fact that these claims have not been proven or authorized.
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Adderall -- a drug commonly prescribed to help manage the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorders -- is among a slew of prescription drugs commonly abused because of their perceived side-effects.
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Sweet potatoes are known as one of the healthiest vegetables, making them a natural choice for babies. They're packed with nutrients such as vitamins A and C and beta carotene, and when cooked, they're soft enough to be mashed into various consistencies for baby's beginning eating stages.
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Oatmeal makes for a hearty breakfast staple, but on its own it's bland. While the type of oatmeal available varies and your favorite is a personal preference, some types of oatmeal are sugary breakfast cereals masquerading as healthy grains.
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Pizza just isn't pizza without a crust that is crispy on the outside and soft and bread-like on the inside. You achieve this pizzeria result by greasing your pizza pan properly. Greasing the pizza pan reduces the chances of sticking and gives the crust the proper flavor and texture.
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During the strawberry season, you'll find berries piled high at your grocery store or roadside stands across the country. The plump fruit brings to mind fruity desserts, strawberries over cereal and indulging without added sugar. But strawberries are notoriously delicate and don't keep well after picking.
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Dragon fruit, named for its vibrant, spiky skin, is sometimes known as pitaya and is primarily grown in Mexico and Central and South America. Dragon fruit can also be found in Asian countries, such as Thailand and Malaysia and is a staple for Asian-inspired cooking.
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Potato chips were famously created in 1853, when George Crum became offended when a restaurant patron sent back his fried potatoes for being too thick. To spite the patron, Crum sliced potatoes paper thin, fried them in oil, added salt and became the unwitting creator of the modern potato chip.
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When planning a party, you certainly don't want to run out of food for your guests to eat, and leftovers may go to waste. Calculating exactly how much food you need per person can help you get a handle on the amount of food you ought to prepare, and how much you need for drinks and liquor.
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Vanilla whey protein shakes can help you get an extra dose of protein when at the gym or when you don't have time for a meal. Unfortunately, depending on the brand of vanilla whey protein shake you choose, the flavor may leave much to be desired.
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Purchasing your crab raw gives you a superior taste and texture over crab that has been frozen and defrosted. Whether you purchase your raw crab from a reputable dealer or buy a live crab and harvest the meat yourself, raw crab meat spoils quickly.
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Overcooking a roast at high temperatures for a long period of time will yield a dry, tough and stringy roast. As a roast is a generally dry cut of meat to begin with, cooking it without sufficient liquid for too long can leave you with a nearly inedible piece of meat.
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The idea that cold milk gives toddlers stomach cramps is simply an old wives tale. There is no medical necessity for warming your toddler's milk before he drinks it. Since warming milk can be tiresome and time-consuming, switching to cold milk can free up your time and help your toddler experience something new.
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When the 2 o'clock slump hits you, you may be tempted to make a run for the vending machine for your favorite candy bar or drink a sugary soda. While these items can certainly make you feel alert for a short period of time, they do more harm than good when it comes to your concentration.
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While fruit at the supermarket may look clean, think twice about sampling the goods before washing the skin.
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Bell peppers are a staple in most grocery store produce sections. You may have had bell peppers roasted, steamed or added to a stir-fry. But you don't have to cook bell peppers to reap their health benefits and bright, slightly tangy flavor.
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Beets are often added to salads and soups, and for good reason. Just one cup of raw beet offers 2.2 g protein, 3.8 g of fiber, folate, vitamin C and potassium, all for the tiny caloric price tag of 58 calories. Beets are easy to add to recipes when they've been steamed for maximum flavor and softness.
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Soy protein is a meat substitute you can easily find in the health food section of your grocery store. Sometimes known as textured soy protein or soy protein isolate, it comes in a variety of forms that can be incorporated into your usual recipes.
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When you're hungry or low on cash, a trip to your storage room may yield a box of expired cereal. Before you crack open the box and dig in, ensure that you're willing to eat old cereal. While safety-wise it should be fine, it may not have the best taste or texture and also could have lost some nutritional value.
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