The Cost of Crash Diets 0
You have a week to fit into that dress, and five pounds (O.K., 10) to drop. The plan? If you were a Hollywood star, you might eat nothing but baby food or grapefruit until then, or forgo meals in favor of…- Professional Medical
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Is Black Rice the New Superfood? 0
According to ancient Chinese legend, black rice was so rare, tasty, and nutritious that only the emperors were allowed to eat it. Times have changed. Although black rice is still relatively rare, researchers are trying to bring its distinctive flavor…- Professional Medical
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Stop Overeating by Drinking Water 0
Forget diet pills and cleanses. A new study suggests that an effective weight-loss aid is available straight from your kitchen sink. Drinking two 8-ounce glasses of water before breakfast, lunch, and dinner while also cutting back on portions may help…- Professional Medical
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Finding Your Personal Migraine Trigger(s) 0
Tracking Down Your Triggers For people who experience migraines, certain foods, strong perfumes, flickering lights, and other environmental factors can set off an attack. But not everyone has the same triggers, and not every time—and that makes the migraine trigger…- Professional Medical
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Food Allergies: Diet? Environment? Why Increasing? 0
Two-year-old Ethan Wily had a cold recently, so at first it wasn’t surprising that he started coughing last week after eating some pistachio gelato. But he started coughing up mucus, and then gasping for air. His parents gave him an…- Professional Medical
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Limit Salt Intake: Avoid Processed Foods 0
The average person in the U.S. consumes 3,500 milligrams of sodium a day. That’s equivalent to almost 9 grams of salt, or nearly 2 teaspoonfuls—way more than the 2,300 milligrams per day suggested by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. But…- Professional Medical
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