Food for Health: Anti-Inflammatory Diets & Nutrients

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.

Grilled Hot Dogs

What Are Uncured Hot Dogs?

The hot dogs you've had at the ballpark or during a backyard barbecue were most likely cured hot dogs. While they're some of the most popular varieties of cured meat, they aren't the only type of hot dog: hot dogs can also come uncured.

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List of Foods for the Dukan Diet Attack Phase

The Dukan diet instructs followers to base their meals on high-protein, low-carbohydrate foods. While dieters are allowed some high-carbohydrate foods by the plan's final phase, the first phase, known as the Attack phase, is highly restrictive. Dr.

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Does Lemon Lower Cholesterol?

One in every 6 American adults has high blood cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If this includes you, several treatment methods are available, including medication, exercise, weight loss and dietary changes that restrict certain foods and encourage the intake of others.

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Sample Meal Plans for the Okinawa Diet

The traditional diet of the Japanese residents on the island of Okinawa may contribute to a lower risk of cancer, heart disease and all age-related diseases and may extend lifespan, reported a 2009 study published in the "Journal of the American College of Nutrition."

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Top 10 Alkaline Foods

If you're starting an alkaline diet, approximately 80 percent of your meals should consist of alkaline foods. The remaining 20 percent can be acidic foods. A food's PRAL score, or potential renal acid load, determines whether it's defined as alkaline or acidic. A positive PRAL indicates a food is acidic.

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Food & Diet in Russia

Understand how Russia's harsh climate influences its traditional dishes, and learn what to expect from a typical Russian meal, from hearty breakfasts to substantial dinners. Discover the impact of diet on health and get tips for eating healthy in Russia.

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How to Make Your Own Homemade Shakes to Gain Weight

Approximately 2 percent of American adults are underweight, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Weighing too little for your age, height or gender may increase your risk of disease and chronic medical conditions.

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How to Cook Rolled Oats in a Crock-Pot

Rolled oats are whole oats that were already toasted -- and then flattened to decrease the amount of time it takes to cook them. If you want to cook oatmeal from rolled oats for a large group, or need no-fuss oatmeal for breakfast on busy mornings, you can use your slow cooker.

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