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Artichokes are a winter vegetable of the Mediterranean diet with a reputation for being healthy. Here, however, we are more interested in their culinary qualities, their slightly bitter, nutty flavor that makes them delicious and special. Their outward appearance is also something special, and artichokes can initially confuse inexperienced, non-Mediterranean home cooking. To tell the […]
One problem many paleo diet beginners and beginners at almost everything have is the tendency to fall into the habit of waiting until the timing is absolutely perfect before taking the first step into something new. It is natural; People are afraid of change. How often have you heard yourself or others say phrases like: […]
The raw food diet is rapidly gaining popularity and awareness among knowledgeable, health-conscious consumers. As we enter the 21st century, people are becoming more nutritionally conscious due to a growing understanding of how the body works. When people pursue raw food weight loss and give up modern processed foods, they quickly see a change in […]
Over the weekend, on one of those debate shows, a group of three spoke out about Oprah’s impact on Americans. The makers, advertisers, and website designers of virtually every Hoodia Gordonii diet pill on the market make mention of the Hoodia/Oprah connection. Why does America value Oprah’s opinion so highly? Books mentioned by Oprah become […]
With the booming growth of obesity in the United States, more and more weight loss products are appearing in the market. In fact, there is no guarantee that all weight loss products are as good as their manufacturers claim they are. Therefore, thorough research and medical advice is required before following any of them. Among […]
The 2000 calorie diet plan limits a person’s daily food intake to 2000 calories. This is almost the normal amount of calories a person consumes in a day. But the difference between a 2000-calorie diet plan and a regular daily diet is that a diet plan’s 2000 calories come primarily from fruits, vegetables, nuts, and […]
We’ve all known the US Department of Agriculture’s “5 A Day” slogan for years. But did you know the recommendation has been raised to 7 to 13 servings PER DAY? This may seem overwhelming to the average parent! Why do we need so many fruits and vegetables anyway? Fruits and vegetables are packed with important […]
The Cohen Diet is a great option for anyone trying to lose some weight and make lifestyle changes. This is one of the easiest and most enjoyable diet programs. Like any other diet, this diet has its pros and cons that need to be explored before making a decision. Who is Doctor Cohen? The Cohen […]
The lack of truly ideal ferret food is one reason there is a growing interest in a more natural diet for ferrets. Basic feeding rules Ferrets have unique dietary needs that are now finally being addressed by commercial pet food manufacturers, albeit with mixed success. Ferrets are obligate carnivores, and food passes through a ferret’s […]
Many newly diagnosed diabetics, pre-diabetics, and even long-term diabetics dread the thought of learning about diabetic cooking because they believe they will face years of boring and unsatisfying meals that will take away much of the enjoyment from their lives. And unfortunately, many people who have lived with diabetes for years actually lead boring and […]