An apple a day may not necessarily keep the doctor away, but it may help you manage gout symptoms -- provided you eat the fruit in moderation. Gout causes joints to become swollen and painful because of a buildup of uric acid. Uric acid is produced by your body when you consume foods containing purine compounds.
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Approximately 1 percent of Americans have some form of peanut allergy, says postdoctoral researcher Miranda Waggoner in a 2013 article on the Princeton University website.
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You may need to follow certain dietary guidelines before or after digestive surgery, or during treatment for digestive disorders such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. One of these guidelines is to limit your intake of high-fiber foods that may be difficult to digest and that may increase your stool bulk.
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If you're like most Americans, you consume more protein than you need, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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According to legend, the French dip sandwich was developed in the early 1900s by Philippe Mathieu, a Southern California restaurant owner who accidentally dropped a French roll intended for a roast beef sandwich into a pan of hot meat juices, then served the "dipped"
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If you eat fish regularly, you may have a lower risk of developing heart disease, notes the American Heart Association, which recommends consuming at least two 3.5-ounce servings of fish, like catfish, each week.
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A T-bone steak is actually two steaks -- a tenderloin steak and a top loin or strip steak -- separated by the large bone that gives the cut its name. Best suited to grilling, sauteing and broiling, T-bone steaks are typically more tender than sirloin, rib-eye or round steak.
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If you're like most Americans, you eat more peanuts than any other type of nut, says the National Peanut Board. High in protein, B vitamins and minerals like manganese, peanuts are also a source of the type of fiber that can help prevent and relieve constipation.
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Moderate alcohol consumption may lower your risk of heart disease, says the Harvard School of Public Health. This is defined as up to two drinks per day for men and one drink daily for women, with one drink being equivalent to 12 ounces of beer, 1.5 ounces of spirits or 5 ounces of wine, such as red wine.
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When you cook a protein-rich food like an egg, you'll change the structure of the protein, but your body will still be able to use the amino acids to build and repair cellular tissue and synthesize protein-based compounds. Scrambled eggs are a good source of protein.
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Adults between 19 and 70 years old -- including pregnant and nursing mothers -- need approximately 600 international units of vitamin D each day. People 71 years old and over should have at least 800 IU daily.
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Approximately 15 percent of the U.S. population -- around 42 million children and adults -- suffers from constipation, says the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. While a number of factors may cause constipation, a change in your eating habits is one of the most effective treatments.
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Manganese and magnesium are minerals your body needs to function properly, though most people don't get enough of either. The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that over 50 percent of Americans don't consume adequate magnesium, while approximately 37 percent lack the manganese they need daily.
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To be healthy and sustainable, a seven-week diet plan needs to do more than simply restrict your daily caloric intake.
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In the early 2000s, Dannon developed Activia, a line of yogurt and smoothie products that contain a probiotic, or beneficial bacteria, created by the company and named Bifidus regularis. Eating Activia regularly promotes digestive system health, claims Dannon.
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A tamarind is the brown, pod-shaped fruit of the native African tamarind tree. Also known as a tamarindo or an Indian date, tamarinds can be used fresh or dried, but are most often available in the United States as a canned concentrated pulp or processed into tamarind concentrate.
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Consuming protein after exercise can help you build lean muscle, says University of Massachusetts Department of Nutrition head Dr. Nancy Cohen. Because of their convenience, shakes made from protein powder such as Gold Standard 100 Percent Whey Protein are popular post-workout choices.
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Air-popped popcorn is a healthy snack. A 1-cup serving has only a trace amount of fat and no cholesterol, and is a source of dietary fiber and nutrients, such as manganese, iron and magnesium.
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Ground bison is a good alternative to regular ground beef, says The Kitchn food writer Regina Yunghans. While a 3-ounce patty prepared from 70-percent lean ground beef has 183 total calories, 12 grams of fat and 4.
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Beef roast doesn't have to be expensive. Rump roast, a cut taken from the bottom round or rear leg, is lean, full of flavor and economical. Handled incorrectly, however, rump roast can end up tough and dry. The trick, says CourierPress.com writer Aimee Blume, is to cook it slowly over low heat.
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