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Coriander – the good, the bad, and the ugly
Coriander comes from the Greek word, “koris,” which means bed bugs, because the little seeds resemble bugs. Its peculiar smell doesn’t help either. And recently, scientific studies have found a correlation between the fat cells in coriander and that of bed bugs. Bear with me as I shriek, EEEEW! Many people have that reaction to this plant, the leaves of which are called cilantro. Any resemblance ought to be a turn off, right? For …
What Is the Zone Diet Plan?
The Zone Diet Plan, created by Dr. Barry Sears, aims to be a way of life. It focuses on creating a hormonal and genetic balance that will encourage weight control and optimal functioning of the body. The Zone Diet Plan arranges its five main components into the Zone Wellness Pyramid. The idea is that each component provides the foundation for the rest of the components, beginning with eating habits and working up to supplements.