For centuries, people have used the plants that grew around them to treat wounds and help speed healing. Nearly everyone knows about aloe vera, but there’s a variety of other herbs traditionally used to heal cuts, scrapes and burns.
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Salmonella infection, one of the most common kinds of food poisoning, is caused by ingesting Salmonella bacteria, often from foods such as raw or undercooked meat or poultry. The symptoms of Salmonella infection include abdominal pain and cramps, muscle pain, chills, fever, nausea and vomiting.
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True allergy to cocoa is rare. Most likely an allergy to or intolerance of other ingredients in chocolate or chocolate desserts, such as soy or dairy, is causing symptoms. You might also be sensitive to the natural chemicals in chocolate.
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Although there is limited research into yogurt’s relationship to vaginal health, eating yogurt or inserting it into the vagina is a popular folk remedy for vaginal infections.
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Refined carbs and sugar can be very addictive. A review of the research published in the "Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care" reported that lab rats, as well as humans, can find sugar even more rewarding than cocaine.
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Garlic bulbs can pick up the bacteria that cause botulism from the soil. Storing garlic or any other low-acid vegetable in oxygen-free conditions at room temperature can encourage the growth of the toxins responsible for food-borne botulism, a dangerous illness.
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Honey is one of the most popular sweeteners, and like any other sugar, it can be fattening if you eat too much of it, but it’s fine in moderation. Honey's intense sweetness makes it satisfying in small amounts.
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Whey protein is the liquid portion of milk, left over when cheese is made. It is usually sold as a powder that you add to foods or shakes to boost their protein content. A high-protein meal, especially breakfast, can help you feel full longer, according to Purdue University researchers.
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Whether you’re skiing in Colorado, mountain biking in Utah, trekking in Nepal or hiking through Denali National Park, you need to drink a lot of water at high altitude compared to what you would normally drink at lower levels. Drinking too little water can quickly lead to dehydration at altitudes above 5,000 feet.
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Raw food diets are eating plans in which you eat all foods uncooked, heated to no more than 140 degrees F. Most raw food diets are based heavily, if not exclusively, on vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds.
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Butternut squash has a moderate glycemic index ranking and a low glycemic load. It’s also low in calories, a good source of fiber and an excellent source of vitamins C and A, making it a healthful choice whether or not you need to watch your blood sugar.
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Vietnamese iced coffee is a beverage enjoyed both in Vietnam and in Vietnamese restaurants in the United States. It is made by adding sweetened condensed milk and ice to strong, dark-roast brewed coffee.
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The Mediterranean diet, inspired by the traditional eating habits of people living around the Mediterranean Sea, emphasizes fruits, vegetables and whole grains. It also includes sources of healthful fats, such as nuts and olive oil, seafood, and smaller amounts of dairy, meat and sweets.
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