Unless you are a bird or hamster, eating a diet that consists mainly of sunflower seeds is not a healthy or effective method of weight management. There is no official sunflower seed diet, but sunflower seeds can be a nutritious part of a well-balanced human diet or weight-loss plan.
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The traditional German diet is hearty and heavy, with potatoes, meats, breads and beer as its focal point. While every region of the country puts its own spin on the classic dishes, a focus on potatoes, serving meat with fruits instead of vegetables and drinking locally crafted beers are hallmarks of this diet.
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Chamomile tea might help hydrate you when you have a stuffy nose and cough, but as of 2011, there is no scientific evidence that the herb itself will help ease your symptoms. A stuffy nose and cough can be features of the common cold or other medical problems.
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What juice helps a sore throat depends on what type of sore throat you have. Most sore throats don't benefit from juice at all, as juice's high acidic content can aggravate irritation. But a sore throat without other symptoms might be the result of dryness.
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A sudden withdrawal of vitamins, whether from crash dieting or a lack of healthy food, can cause a range of symptoms of poor health, creating conditions where you are more vulnerable to depression. Depression is a serious illness with complicated origins.
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The lemon water detox diet is one of many diets that claim to detoxify your system. Detoxification is not considered necessary by medical professionals since the body's natural detoxification systems are usually sufficient for this task. However, both lemon and water are good for you.
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Healthy eating is one tenant of a well-balanced life. Healthy eating means getting enough of every important nutrient; choosing a variety of foods from every food group; and avoiding excessive fat, sugar, salt and alcohol. Your physical, mental and social health are connected to your diet and to one another.
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Gnocchi and pasta can both be a healthful part of your diet. Their nutritional value depends on many variables, including the ingredients with which they are made, the type of sauce you serve them with and of course the serving size.
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If you crave ice cream, you might need to enrich your diet with the nutrients it contains, or you might simply want a cold, sweet treat. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, you should consume foods like ice cream that are high in sugar and fat only occasionally.
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When you are feeling sick, the best drinks make you feel better both physically and psychologically.
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Delicious, nutritious and rich in fiber, sweet potatoes can also lowers cholesterol, says the Alabama Cooperative Extension.
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