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.

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The Effects of Raw Cabbage Juice & IBS

Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a common condition of the digestive tract. Symptoms include abdominal discomfort, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and flatulence. The cause of IBS is not certain. Lifestyle factors such as stress and diet are probable common causes, as are food allergies.

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Yogurt & Eczema

Eczema is an allergic inflammation of the skin, with a red, itchy rash often accompanied by small blisters. It can affect any area but often appears in front of the elbows and behind the knees. Eczema most commonly occurs during childhood.

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Why does Vitamin B12 Cause Acne?

Acne is caused by the overproduction of sebum, an oily substance secreted by the sebaceous glands in the skin. Excess oil makes the skin pores sticky, allowing dirt and sebum to become trapped inside. When these bacteria stay below the skin surface, a whitehead is formed.

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