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- Q What are wet foods?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyWhen you’re dehydrated, you hold onto water in the wrong places, which can make you look and feel bloated. Foods that are wet are full of water to flush out your system and fight inflammation. Wet foods have two main characteristics -- a water... Full Answer
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- Q Should I let my child have energy drinks or sports drinks?
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There's a difference between sports drinks and energy drinks. So energy drinks may claim to cause increased energy, but it's usually not through calories, carbohydrates, or electrolytes. It's usually through stimulants like caffeine or guarana,... Full Answer
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- Q What should I order at Applebee’s?
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Here are some of the best and worst bets at Applebee's. Best: They've adapted their menu to include a steadily expanding list of Weight Watchers-approved items, which are going strong after several years on the menu. Among the newest items:... Full Answer
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- Q What causes malnutrition?
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There are many different causes of malnutrition. Some categories of risk factors for malnutrition include: inadequate calorie intake, excess calorie losses or expenditures, and certain chronic medical illnesses. Some examples of risk factors for not... Full Answer
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- Q What should I do when I’m stressed and crave sugary and salty junk food?
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Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative MedicineRather than reaching for cookies or donuts, eat a few squares of antioxidant-rich dark chocolate instead (skip the milk and white varieties). Savor every bite and you won’t need more. If you need a “sugar fix,” turn to whole fruit... Full Answer
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- Q What are some healthy breakfast ideas that kids will eat?
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Healthy and tasty breakfast ideas for children and the entire family include: Whole grain cereal + low fat/skim milk or dairy alternative + fresh fruit Cream of wheat or oatmeal served with fruit, chopped nuts, cinnamon Breakfast Parfait-low fat... Full Answer
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- Q How can sugar and caffeine affect my child?
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Don’t let your child start drinking iced coffee or energy drinks. In my opinion, that stuff is even worse than soda. It packs a wallop of sugar and caffeine but offers zero nutrition. Your child will crave more and more sugar and caffeine, which... Full Answer
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- Q How can I know if my toddler is eating enough?
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Parents of toddlers who eat so little that they seem to “live on air” should be comforted to know that it is normal for a young child’s appetite to vary from day to day. Instead of worrying about their toddler’s daily intake of... Full Answer
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- Q Why am I so hungry in the evening after a workout?
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The body naturally does an amazing job at balancing calories consumed and calories burned to keep your weight relatively stable daily. Therefore, when you burn more calories from working out, your appetite will trigger you to replace them, meaning you... Full Answer
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- Q How can I get my kids to eat more fruit?
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Want to get your kids to up their fruit intake? Have them help you make these fun and easy frozen banana treats. Banana Tot Pops Makes: 6 servings Ingredients: 3 firm medium Dole bananas 6 large wooden popsicle sticks 3/4 cup raspberry or other... Full Answer
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