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- Probiotic Supplements - How To Choose The Best - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2016 from James SmithThere are so many different probiotic supplements on the market today. Choosing the best ones isn't easy, but it also isn't rocket science. If you take the time to explore all of these supplements and find the ones that work best for you, it will be much easier for you to get the health support ...
Views: 709 - Top 5 Foods That Are Anti Inflammatory - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2016 from Josef BichlerAccording to Dr. Andrew Weil, a natural and preventive medicine physician, an anti inflammatory diet can provide overall health benefits. It is ideal for those with tender and stiff arthritic joints and related inflammation. When inflammation occurs, it can lead to hot, swollen, and often ...
Views: 775 - White Foods – Don’t Let The Nutrition Scare Confuse You - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2016 from Emily MorrisHave you heard advice to ‘avoid white foods’? It’s usually followed by how pale food items have less nutrition and are worse for you than their colorful alternatives. This blanket statement was thought up by well meaning people trying to deter others from too much white bread, potato chips, ...
Views: 860 - Three Messages for National Nutrition Month - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2016 from Danielle VenHuizenHappy National Nutrition Month! Yes, that time of the year is here again. Naturally it seems appropriate to write on the topic, so earlier this week I sat down and thought about what “National Nutrition Month” means to me. There are many nutrition themes that will be discussed this month, ...
Views: 943 - Crush Your Cholesterol with a Healthy Diet - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2016 from Bonnie GillerHeart disease is the number one cause of death of Americans in the United States. Cholesterol is one of the major factors that impacts the development of heart disease. Understanding more about what cholesterol is and how to manage your cholesterol can help you decrease your risk of facing the ...
Views: 1317 - Pump Up Your Pre-Workout Snack for Optimal Performance - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2016 from Bonnie GillerFinding the time to exercise is an amazing feat. Giving yourself the proper energy and nutrients it needs to get the most out of your workout is an even greater feat. The issue is that most people aren’t aware of what foods are best before enduring a workout. Here is some more information to ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - Top 4 Anti Inflammatory Vegetables - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2016 from Josef BichlerIf you are a victim of rheumatoid arthritis or any other inflammatory disease, it is in your best interests to add a lot of fruits and vegetables to your diet. Vegetables and fruits have certain pigments that have anti inflammatory properties. Unlike prescription drugs, they have been found to ...
Views: 606 - Are You at Risk of a Heart Attack? – Risk Factors & 8 Steps to a Healthy Heart! - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyHeart Disease and Heart Attacks are still the main cause of death. Despite our knowledge of the causative factors. Due to the increase availability of Fast food outlets and processed foods. These containing damaging fats, in many cases large quantities of salt and sugar. All of these a ...
Views: 1156 - Watermelon juice can relieve sore muscles after exercise - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWatermelon juice has been found to relieve sore muscles after exercise. Watermelons are mainly made up of water, but they also contain essential vitamins and minerals that your body requires to feel great. For example, watermelons actually have high antioxidant content known to help the body ...
Views: 2488 - How to Lose Weight and Still Eat a Wide Variety of Foods – Introducing “Catabolic Foods” - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2016 from Julie DohertyIt is often asked of me during my years of supporting people with weight loss and weight management - Do I need to count calories? If I consume less calories will this slow down my metabolism? This is not necessarily true, if you have been overconsuming calories by eating highly processed, ...
Views: 1113 - Anti Inflammatory Spices to Become Pain Free - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2016 from Josef BichlerInflammation is the normal reaction of the body to a certain ailment or injury. It helps eliminate undesirable harmful bacteria and gets rid of damaged tissue. Usually, a swelling in your hand is the result of an infection and it feels warm. This is a momentary reaction which will assist you to ...
Views: 600 - Come Dine With Me Influences - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2016 from Suzanne ZachariaWatching Come Dine With me, I cannot help but wonder if it influences our choices of food or entertainment. And I include all similar programs on television. From a complementary health point of view, influences of TV programs on our choice of food and entertaining can go two ways; there is the ...
Views: 1397 - What is your BMR - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2016 from Evan BornemanBasal Metabolic Rate: Calories to survive Daily energy expenditure, or total “calories burned” in a day, has three major components: basal or resting metabolic rate, the thermic effect of food (calories expended through digestion) and the energy cost of physical activity. Having a general ...
Views: 4311(1 vote) - Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Your School Age Child - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2016 from Danielle VenHuizenIt caught my eye that this week is National School Breakfast Week. Sadly my first thought was, "Really? Yuck." Maybe that was yours just now too. We all remember school lunch from back in the day. Mine was soggy pizza and limp fries, or maybe an iceberg salad with ranch and a few mystery meat ...
Views: 852 - Think Outside Your Lunchbox: The Reinvention of Brown Bagged Lunch - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2016 from Bonnie GillerSometimes, coming up with a healthy lunch every single day can be too much of an effort to add to a stressful and busy week. When bagged lunch is too taxing, many people turn to take-out. So many take out foods, although seemingly healthy on the surface, can actually be loaded with salt and ...
Views: 1077 - Anti Inflammatory Fruits and Joint Pain Remedies - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Josef BichlerIf you are suffering from any type of condition that involves inflammation and you do not like to take prescription drugs or over the counter medications, you are not alone. Since there are so many different adverse side effects of these medicines, people who are afraid of the harm that they can ...
Views: 581 - Include Some of These Foods That Are Anti Inflammatory In Your Daily Diet - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2016 from Josef BichlerWhen inflammation occurs inside a person's body, it can cause him or her diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease or arthritis. There are many foods that are anti inflammatory that can help to prevent inflammation-health-related hazards. What Is Inflammation? This is our immune ...
Views: 666 - Top 4 best foods for healthy teeth - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2016 from Huyen My"Smile is the shortest distance between two people". I love this quote. In fact, your smile can be very attractive and win some hearts, if you have beautiful and healthy teeth. In order to have healthy teeth, you should not only brush your teeth every day, use dental floss, see dentists ...
Views: 1085 - FDA To Start Testing for Glyphosate in Food Products - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Danielle VenHuizenThis week the FDA announced it will start testing certain foods for residues of the world’s most widely used weed killer, glyphosate (1). It appears the FDA is finally bowing to pressure from the public regarding safety concerns. Private groups, citing suspected risks to human health, have gone ...
Views: 774 - Julie's Easy to Make Dukkah - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyDukkah, you may well say what is this and why is it good for me to eat. Dukkah is an Egyptian condiment including a mixture of various nuts, seeds and spices. It makes a great introduction to the evening meal served with olive oil and stoneground or sough dough bread. A wonderful accompliment ...
Views: 1109 - Prawn & Atlantic Salmon Platter - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyI love healthy, easy to prepare meals. Probably not unlike you I work long hours and I can't say cooking is one of my favourite hobbies: However I love eating, I love being healthy and most of all I love good food that is good for me. I have found in recent years that platters make easy ...
Views: 1058 - Host or Party Goer?-Choose Wise & Healthy Foods - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Michelle StewartBetween big time football games, awards shows and long weekends, before we know it this month will be over. Now I know how easy it can be to drop the ball and fumble your best laid plans to move toward a healthier lifestyle. No worries, you can easily make changes to incorporate your quest for ...
Views: 870 - BENEFITS OF GREEN TEA - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from sbuyer dotcomBenefits of Green tea for medicinal purposes, Weight Loss, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Esophageal Cancer, Cholesterol, Tooth Decay, Blood Pressure, Depression, Skincare. Benefits of Green tea are used to improve mental alertness and thinking. The useful parts of green tea are the leaf bud, leaf, ...
Views: 830 - Eat this for better digestion - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWe all have those days where we feel bloated, constipated or even have diarrhea. Digestion woes can leave us feeling not like ourselves and prisoners in our own body’s captive to never leaving the bathroom. Whether digestive symptoms happen to you sporadically or even on the daily basis, the ...
Views: 1156 - Consuming healthy fats helps extend life, reduces heart disease: Study - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study suggests consuming healthy fats not only extends life but could prevent millions of deaths and heart diseases cases annually. Reducing saturated fat from one’s diet has been on the forefront of improving health as of late, but researchers suggest not only is it important to reduce ...
Views: 1097 - Julie's Inner Health Smoothie - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyThis is a Great Combination that is going to support your digestive system, relieving reflux and indigestion Whilst supporting your Heart, Circulation, Sugar balance and aiding detoxification A Great Start to your Morning: ½ Cup of Almond or Rice Milk 2 tablespoons of Plain Greek ...
Views: 1138 - Personalized Nutrition: There Is No One "Right" Diet for Everyone - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Danielle VenHuizenIt seems everyone has an opinion on nutrition these days. It's not even so much of an opinion anymore but a sort of dogma. "Thou shalt eat this way or risk ones health irreparably." You read it all over the internet and magazines every day. There is always someone spouting the "real" healthy ...
Views: 874 - How to Eat Healthy without Feeling Hungry - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyUnderstanding the feeling of having had enough to eat and feeling satisfied after eating. Overeating and the temptation to overeat is everywhere in today's society. There is also the temptation to eat easy meals such as take-aways and processed foods. These foods because of their lack of ...
Views: 1094 - New Dietary Guidelines Aid in Making Wise Choices - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Michelle StewartThis time of year the buzz is about what's trending in the food world. I try to share with my clients how the trends around wholesome food choices can aid them in making the best choices for a healthy lifestyle. The recommended dietary guidelines issued every five years reflect some topical food ...
Views: 791 - Is Smoothie Sabotage Ruining Your Diet? Avoid These 4 Biggest Pitfalls - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Emily MorrisFruit smoothies are often advertised as a great healthy way to lose weight, or to supplement your diet with a nutritious drink. However, if you’re not on the lookout for smoothie sabotage, these fruity drinks can do more harm than good. Fortunately, if you learn the right way to blend with this ...
Views: 1224 - Why Is Dairy Inflammatory? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2016 from Danielle VenHuizenIf you've read about dairy at all on the internet, no doubt you will read in countless blogs and articles about how dairy is one of the top 10 inflammatory foods. It's ALWAYS on the list. But why is that? What is it inherently about dairy that makes it so inflammatory. The particular proteins? ...
Views: 1203 - Is the Glycemic Index an Effective Tool for Athletes (or Anyone)? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2015 from Jini CiceroA few years ago my aunt revealed some grim news at a family dinner: she had type 2 diabetes. Within her news was a silver lining: after delivering the news, her doctor asked her to follow a low-glycemic diet to control her blood sugar levels. I consider that a silver lining because, contrary ...
Views: 991 - Is Gluten a Boogeyman? 4 Reasons Why Gluten is Great (for Most People) - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2015 from Anica OaksGluten is one of those often misunderstood chemicals that most foods have. Many people view it as one of the worst things in the world, but the truth is that it can be really good. The people who should avoid gluten are those with gluten allergies or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Let's ...
Views: 1168 - Can Vitamin Supplements be Harmful - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyFirst of all we need to begin with the fact that not all Vitamins are natural and made out of pure ingredients that are beneficial for our body. Secondly, should we need to take vitamins or vitamin supplementation. There are times when your body needs extra support and help. Always ...
Views: 1473 - What's the Story on Coconut? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Michelle StewartBack in the day most of the questions on coconut were all about using the pulp to shred or shave as an ingredient in a list of tempting desserts. Today clients are talking about coconut oil, coconut water, beverages, and their perceived health benefits. Now I'm always open to new news, but my ...
Views: 781 - What Are Hydrophilic Foods And How Do They Help You Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Emily MorrisIf you’re interested in weight loss, and hunger is your main enemy, you should take a look at hydrophilic foods. Hydrophilic means “Water-Loving”. Food that loves water? Sort of. It refers to the ability of natural substances inside the foods that soak up water, or cling to water. The two main ...
Views: 1571 - Enjoy Your Sweets without Harming Your Health - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2015 from Sandra MiniereEating special foods, especially your favorite sugary treats and drinks, are part of celebrating the holidays. However, when you eat too much refined sugar, your insulin and blood sugar levels rise. If you make eating sugar a daily habit, you may develop insulin resistance: More and more insulin ...
Views: 1086 - #1 Cause of Illness, Disability & Death Is Prescription Drugs - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Most quotes on medical deaths are based on data 20 years old when 106,000 deaths were reported in hospitals from Adverse Drug Reactions defined as “properly prescribed and administered,” which means it was not from MD or RN error. It's shocking to consider, but thousands are made sick ...
Views: 2754 - Ghrelin and Leptin – Hormones That Affect Hunger and Weight - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Lisa BakerWe all know that hormones such as estrogen, testosterone, cortisol and others greatly affect weight and hunger, but two of the most specific hormones are ghrelin and leptin. There are other hormones involved, too. Probably some you have never heard of. For instance, CCK, GLP-1 and ...
Views: 1371 - Don't be SAD! - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2015 from Lisa BakerAt one time, mankind didn’t need alarm clocks. The human life cycle was based on planting and harvesting seasons, and the body cycle was based on tending to survival needs. “Up with the chickens” was a normal alarm clock – You would arise when there was light, and ready for sleep when the sun ...
Views: 1201 - Oh Baby! A Paleo Approach to Increase Your Fertility - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2015 from Anup KiranHere’s where the cave people had it right. Without the distractions of Facebook, projects at the office, or Netflix, we really had our priorities straight. Eat. Sleep. Reproduce. Repeat. Right? I mean, yes we had to fight off some sabertooth tigers or oooh and ahhh at the creation of fire, ...
Views: 1232(1 vote) - Integrative Ways to Beat Depression and Have a Happy Holiday - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Lisa BakerWhile families decorate houses with lights, stores inundate shoppers with cheesy Christmas music, and bell ringers blare at every commercial entrance you approach. While this perks up some people, it brings bad memories and depression to others. Many are lonely through the holidays, and when ...
Views: 1307 - Whether It is for Spiritual Reasons or Not, Kosher Diet is Extremely Healthy - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2015 from Lisa BakerMany people eat a Kosher diet because of spiritual reasons and religious beliefs, and many people follow this age-old diet because of its health benefits. Regardless of your reason to do so, or consider to do so, let’s take a look at what Kosher food is. “Kosher” is an English term applied ...
Views: 987 - Help Your Adrenals Help YOU - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Lisa BakerThere is a lot in the media, especially social media, about ‘adrenal fatigue’ these days. Adrenal Fatigue is not a recognized illness, not an actual diagnosis, but there is such a thing as Adrenal Insufficiency, and there are adrenal deficiencies. Likewise, there are also hyperadrenal ...
Views: 1379 - Tips for Treating a Gluten Allergy - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Brian WuGluten, a large protein found in wheat, barley and rye, is present in many prepared foods but for some people gluten can cause a variety of health problems. A gluten allergy can range from mild to severe; an individual may suffer from some moderate digestive issue with a minor gluten allergy, ...
Views: 1020 - 6 Signs of Gluten Intolerance - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Brian WuIntolerance to gluten, a protein that is found in wheat, barley, and rye, is a popular topic in this day and age, but many people suffer from a variety of ailments related to gluten intolerance and do not realize that they need to cut gluten from their diet in order to feel better. Going ...
Views: 1105 - Delectable and Easy-To-Make Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Daniel WhiteAre you in search of healthy snacks for weight loss? Keep in mind that just because you want to lose weight, this does not mean you have to skip on snacks. There are still plenty of foods to eat that support your weight loss goals, and it is only a matter of knowing what these are. Just ...
Views: 927 - 5 Tasty Winter-Themed Vegan Recipes to Warm Up Your Day - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Dixie SomersAlthough their lifestyle is never exactly simple, vegans face particular challenges to their eating habits during the coldest seasons. Where others might turn to hearty meats to warm their bones, you might want to take a look at what cooks around the world have found to be vegan-friendly ...
Views: 1027 - Salad Is the New Casserole - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Lisa BakerRemember when Casserole’s were all the rage?? Make them before hand, throw in all your leftovers or any combination of things ‘about’ to go bad in the ‘icebox’ and then throw it in the oven for a quick meal? There were so many different items in them that they were considered a full meal. ...
Views: 1050 - 5 Foods That Could Increase Your Risk of Cancer - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Brian WuEveryone knows someone that has fought cancer, and chances are many of us know someone who has lost their battle. It is a sad fact of life in the world in which we live. This horrible disease impacts all of us in one way or another, and physicians everywhere are diligently working to identify ...
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