The benefits of eating blueberries and strawberries may far outweigh any health risks. Dr. Eric Rimm of Harvard Medical School advises people of all ages to eat more berries for heart health. Some people may have allergic reactions to berries or experience digestive problems, however, if they consume too many.
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An electrolyte mineral that helps regulate your heartbeat and balance the fluid levels in your body, potassium can help offset the adverse effects of consuming too much sodium. Potassium is readily available in many plant foods, including tea, and healthy adults need about 4,700 milligrams daily.
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Red Russian kale originated in Siberia and made its way to North America via traders in the late 1800s. With its blue-green leaves and reddish-purple veins, red kale is so jam-packed with beneficial nutrients it is often dubbed a “super food.
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The average American eats about 53 pounds of bread annually, according to Southern Utah University, and many supermarkets offer 50 or more types for purchase. At the same time, bread is one of the fastest-digesting – or highest glycemic – foods, which means you’ll be hungry again soon after eating.
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When you carve your pumpkin in October, rather than just tossing the seeds, roast them in the oven for a nutritious snack. Pumpkin seeds, also called pepitas, are a natural source of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids. Pumpkin seeds can be boiled, baked or eaten raw.
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Tomatoes provide significant amounts of vitamin C, potassium, lycopene and other nutrients, in a very low-calorie package. Their calorie count depends on several variables, including color and size.
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Your skin is capable of regenerating every 27 days, according to the Cleveland Clinic. In most cases, proper cleansing along with a well-balanced diet and plenty of water will help your skin rejuvenate naturally.
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If you’ve decided to shun added sugar and flour for health reasons or to lose weight, don't despair. You can still eat most food; the only off-limits products are those that are processed and refined and typically come in a box or bag at the supermarket.
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After menopause, many women put on extra pounds. In addition, their nutritional needs shift, and they may be at higher risk for certain health conditions, like heart disease and osteoporosis.
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Like their close cousin, black tea, both white tea and green tea come from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. The colors of the leaves reflect the amount of wilting and oxidation they have undergone.
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The glycemic index is a tool that ranks carbohydrate-containing foods by how quickly they raise your blood sugar.
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Low-carb diets restrict the amount of carbohydrates you consume each day, allowing you more as you progress through the diet. You might decide to follow this diet for weight or fat loss, or a dietitian might suggest it to you because you are diabetic or pre-diabetic.
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On the Atkins diet, you take in a limited amount of carbohydrates a day so you have to count them scrupulously to make sure you don’t exceed your daily quota. Although you’re allowed to drink some alcohol on both variations of this low-carb plan, doing so may hinder your weight-loss efforts.
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The coriander plant is one of the oldest in the world, dating back to the ancient Greeks and Romans, "Life Extension" magazine reports. The plant’s leaves, known as cilantro, are loaded with nutrients and have been studied by laboratory scientists for their potential health properties.
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In the late 1960s, dermatologists began to dismiss the link between diet and acne as lacking in scientific proof, no better than a myth. New studies emerged after 2005, however, that shored up the evidence that acne eruptions may stem from eating specific foods, such as certain carbohydrates and dairy products.
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You’ve been adding ground flaxseed to your diet to reap the health benefits of this tiny seed, including prevention of high cholesterol and heart disease, management of menopausal symptoms, and even protection against some cancers. But you’ve also noticed an uptick in your discomfort from gas and bloating.
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When you’re counting carbs, it’s easy to get tripped up by packaged foods -- like y yogurt -- that sneak in lots of added sugar. Your best bet when monitoring your carbohydrate intake is to choose a plain, unflavored yogurt.
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On a low-carb diet, you count grams of carbs instead of calories. Depending on the plan you select, your allotment might be anywhere from 20 to 130 grams of carbs per day. At the lower end of that range, you have to be especially careful about your food choices so you don’t exceed your daily allowance.
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Having dandelions in your yard can be annoying, but some cultures have used these common weeds -- whose scientific name is Taraxacum officinale -- to treat everything from liver ailments to heartburn to lactation problems.
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You may be thinking about following a vegetarian diet to reap certain health benefits. In fact, meat-free diets are low in saturated fat and cholesterol and high in fiber, antioxidants and phytonutrients, which can help prevent digestive conditions, heart disease, high blood pressure and even certain cancers.
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