Nutrition

You don't have to be a perfectly healthy eater all the time to lose weight and improve your health in other ways. The slow carb diet is one example of a flexible eating plan that ...

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If you're an experienced baker or cook — especially if you like to make high-protein, meatless meals — chances are you've come across quark cheese. What is quark? It's a creamy, unaged cheese that's similar in ...

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What would happen if you combined a watermelon with a grape? Turns out, we already know — cucamelon. This tiny watermelon may be gaining recognition because of Instagram posts, but cucamelons offer much more than cute ...

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Ever wonder why drinking green tea and other teas has been linked to longevity— not to mention cognitive health, protection against cardiovascular disease and much more? One reason is because of EGCG, a type of ...

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Believe it or not, one of the oldest cures for malaria, a compound called quinine, is now found in a popular "mixer" used to make cocktails: tonic water. Before you get excited, here's some disappointing news: ...

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Wish that you could lose weight while still indulging in red wine, chocolate and other favorites? You're not alone, which is why a new diet claiming that this is possible, called the Sirtfood Diet, is ...

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If you've been diagnosed with lactose intolerance or you suspect you're dealing with this condition due to symptoms like bloating and gas after consuming dairy products, you may consider taking lactase pills. How does lactase work, ...

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Cream of tartar may sound pretty fancy — maybe because it's made during the winemaking process or maybe because creamy anything is always pretty decadent. But it can also get stuck in the back of ...

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Water fasting is a practice that has been around for centuries. In addition to being a mainstay in many cultures and religions, it is also commonly used to improve certain aspects of health, including inflammation, ...

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Mums may remind you of autumn gardens, but did you know that chrysanthemum tea has been consumed in Asia for hundreds of years? If you love drinking dandelion tea for its antioxidant properties, you may ...

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