Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health

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.

Keto diet dish: Avocado boats with ham cubes, quail eggs and cress sprout

Ketogenic Menus & Meal Plans

A ketogenic diet meal plan focuses on fat first and protein second while severely restricting carbohydrates. For the most success, plan your meals in advance.

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Eggplant and cheese pizza

A Vegetarian Diet Plan for Beginners

More than 7 million people follow some form of a vegetarian diet, according to a study by "The Vegetarian Times," and 1 million of those follow a vegan diet, which eliminates all animal-derived products.

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Indian Curry Dishes

10 Ways to Eat Healthy at Indian Restaurants

Like other ethnic cuisines, Indian food can be heavy on the calories if you don’t order wisely. Learn more about the basics of this cuisine to pick an Indian restaurant dish that won’t destroy your diet.

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What Is Isagenix?

You may have heard of a weight-loss system called Isagenix. But what it is? And does it work? Here's what you need to know about Isagenix products.

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Half Marathon Meal Plan

If you don't follow a solid meal plan while training for a half-marathon, your body might not perform the way you desire.

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Cheese platter

What Are the Healthiest Cheeses?

Cheese is hardly considered to be the epitome of healthy food, but like other indulgent dishes, it can have a place in your diet if you consume it in moderation and make smart choices. The healthiest cheese choice depends on if you're looking for an option low in fat, sodium or calories; however, "Real Simple"

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Can Headaches Be Caused by a Nutritional Deficiency?

Whether a dull ache or a splitting pain, frequent headaches can put a damper on your day-to-day activities. When you've tried all the normal remedies -- extra sleep, pain relievers, another cup of coffee -- to no avail, look at your diet. Your headache could be the result of a nutritional deficiency.

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Hand drip coffee

Drink Coffee the Healthy Way

Coffee has a bad reputation, but when consumed in moderation, it offers several health benefits. Learn how to make your coffee healthier by reducing sugar and cream, using a paper filter, and avoiding high-calorie additions.

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Raw salmon steaks on the wooden board

Nutrition Facts of Raw Salmon Without Skin

Next time you're at the grocery store debating over what to make for dinner, pick up a filet or two of wild-caught Atlantic salmon. Although there are a variety of salmon options from which to choose, the Eating Well website recommends this particular option because it's more environmentally friendly.

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Advantages & Disadvantages of Drinking Coffee

For better or for worse, some people simply need a cup of coffee -- or four -- to get going in the morning. But which one is it: for better or for worse? Coffee doesn't have a sterling reputation when it comes to your health, but your daily pick-me-up might actually be better for your body than you expect.

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Oatmeal

Can Oatmeal Cause Gas?

A hearty, warm breakfast, oatmeal offers up a bevy of benefits. It's a source of healthy carbohydrates, iron, phosphorus and potassium. A 1/2-cup serving of dry oatmeal contains around 4 grams of fiber, which is good for your health; however, in some cases, it might also cause gas.

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What to Expect From a Dietitian

If you need help with a healthy diet, whether you’re overweight, underweight or just need more nutritious food, visit a registered dietitian. Before making an appointment, make sure the professional you have chosen is a registered dietitian, not a nutritionist. Anyone can call himself a nutritionist, but R.D.

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Sushi

What Are the Benefits of Sushi?

Packed with fresh fish, crunchy vegetables and fiber-filled rice, sushi can be a nutrient-packed, healthy meal. One wrong step, however, can add an abundance of fat, calories or sodium. Learn the ins and outs of what makes a healthy sushi roll to ensure that your Japanese meal stays on the right path.

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U.S. Army recruits completing an obstacle at Victory Tower during basic combat training.

Army Basic Training Routine & Nutrition

The army requires a vigorous form of basic training that lasts 10 weeks. To succeed in this physically demanding time, you must eat enough calories to sustain your workouts, and those calories should be full of nutritious foods to keep you in tiptop shape.

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