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- Vitamin D - Do You Get Enough in the Winter? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2015 from Lynda EnrightIn the heart of winter in Minnesota, I am keenly aware of the lack of vitamin D we are getting from the sun. Vitamin D is an important nutrient that isn’t found naturally in many foods. The body can synthesize vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, but in the winter months our exposure to the ...
Views: 931(1 vote) - Healthy Grocery List - What To Eat To Be More Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2015 from Josef BichlerWhen it comes time to make a grocery shopping trip, it can be difficult to buy the most healthy foods when there is all of that junk food starring you right in the face. This is why it's important to make a list of all of the foods that you want to buy and only stick to that list. If you are ...
Views: 602 - Ashwagandha, an Energy Enhancer! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2015 from Kathy ShattlerAshwagandha is an herb frequently found in supplemental mixtures designed to, in some way, enhance energy levels. Another term used for it is “adaptogenic” meaning it helps the body resist physiological and psychological stress. Ashwagandha is not new to the culinary, healing, or longevity ...
Views: 871 - Are You Ready to Give Up Dieting? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2015 from Bonnie GillerWe are now one month into the New Year, which means 30 days have passed since you have committed to yet another resolution to lose the weight once and for all. But have you ever taken the time to reflect upon the methods you have chosen over and over again to achieve your weight loss goals? ...
Views: 1268 - The #1 Thing that is Blocking You from Dietary Improvements - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Monica RodriguezIn today’s post, I’m going to discuss the root cause behind the self-sabotaging habits that keep you away from implementing dietary improvements into your life. You’ll be surprised, because it has nothing to do with food… Have you noticed that calories, fat grams, portion sizes, and endless ...
Views: 1473(2 votes) - Using Healing Spices to Prevent Disease - Try Turmeric - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Lynda EnrightInstead of focusing on which box has the “best” nutrition label, get into the kitchen and experiment with healthful foods that have been used for hundreds of years and can benefit your health in a multitude of ways. Turmeric is a great place to start! This spice used in Indian and many other ...
Views: 921 - How to Achieve Your Ideal Weight Without Dieting - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Monica RodriguezIn today’s post, I will talk about a topic that seems to come up very frequently to most of my clients, which is how to achieve their ideal shape and weigh. I hope you enjoy it, connect the dots, and let yourself thrive... In today’s world, we are obsessed with achieving a certain body shape ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - Raw Recipes for Nutritional Healing - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Brian KrallEveryone knows that “you are what you eat”. And the foods that you eat form both the basis of your physical health for you to stand upon in your life, but also your physical energy level for living life with. So this is why your diet is the first and foremost important thing to take into ...
Views: 1230 - Is A Raw Food Diet Healthier For You? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumRaw foods enthusiasts report benefits like more energy, clearer skin, less brain fog and looser jeans.Excited about the benefits, more and more people are turning to raw foods to revitalize their bodies. But here's the question - do raw foods make you healthier? While there has yet to be ...
Views: 1277 - pH Balance Diet - Does It Work? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Leigh GarrodA very good outcome from following the pH Balance Diet will be that your health should improve. Why? Because the diet emphasizes eating a lot of fresh fruit and vegetables. The idea is that you can change your blood and other body fluids to an alkaline state and start to feel the relief that ...
Views: 1564 - Amazing Dark Chocolate Health Benefits! - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Leigh GarrodI was very skeptical when I first heard of supposed dark chocolate health benefits. Claims ran from cutting the risk of cardiovascular disease by 50%, reducing the risk of stroke , Alzheimer's and Diabetes and my favorite: Improving the cognitive abilities in mentally impaired elderly people ...
Views: 1672 - Healthy Snack List For Your Daily Diet - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2015 from Josef BichlerEating snacks while at the office or at home just after the lunch is a common event. It usually doesn't matter if the snack is healthy or not, or what the effects of these on our overall health will be. What if you had a healthy snack list that you can refer to when hunger strikes? This will not ...
Views: 650 - Better Skin From Within – Choosing Nuts & Seeds for Skin Health & Appearance - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2015 from Emily MorrisWhen you think of better skin, do you think of creams, powders, laser-treatments or masks? Most people do, but those are treatments that only focus on the exterior of the skin. Providing the right cleanliness, sun protection & moisture level to skin while avoiding irritants are all important ...
Views: 1204 - Ditch the Diet Resolutions and Go Deeper - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2015 from Monica RodriguezToday I want to share with you a conversation I had with a friend over the weekend… My friend wanted my advice in regards to some new trendy diets that came up this year, and she was curious to know my opinion about them. Several years ago, I would definitely have had the same questions, as I ...
Views: 1160 - Creating A Healthy Grocery List For The Grocery Store - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2015 from Josef BichlerThe number one place where we can make a huge impact in what we eat is at the grocery store. What we bring home is what we will eat throughout the week, and if we make a healthy grocery list, we will avoid the junk food that leads to high calorie impulse eating. Food is most nutritious when it ...
Views: 605(1 vote) - Waist-Watching? Add Soup, Whole Grains and Citrus - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2015 from Michelle StewartAs we start the New Year, I've had a ton of questions from my clients focusing on their interest in giving a jumpstart to their healthy lifestyle goals. I've had questions on the Green cleanse, shapely shakes, citrus cleanse, green tea diet, food lovers cleanse, and more. My response to those ...
Views: 889 - Antioxidants For Anti Aging? Learn How To Fight Free-Radical Damage - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2015 from Emily MorrisWhen you think anti-aging, do you think of expensive creams, spa treatments or surgery? If so, you might want to look at another less-expensive, and healthier alternative: Food. Certain foods can do much more than fight the outward signs of aging, they can also help ward off inner symptoms as ...
Views: 1314(2 votes) - What causes eating disorders and how do they affect health? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Michael LemonAbnormal, or disturbed, eating patterns are often accepted as standard behaviour by some adults and, indeed, children. However, they can be the sign of an eating disorder; a psychological condition that affects eating habits and, in time, will negatively impact overall health. This presentation ...
Views: 1443 - Is Instant Oatmeal Evil? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2015 from Danielle VenHuizenAs I was pouring myself a packet of instant oats a few months back, topping it with scalding water and then other condiments, I got to thinking of a headline I'd read somewhere online about how seriously unhealthy instant oats were for you. I didn't actually read the article, but the message ...
Views: 945 - 7 Incredible Health Benefits From One Super Green! - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumUsually you have to do a dozen things to stay healthy. Staying healthy often means following a long list of do's and don't's. Well, what about doing one healthy move and getting 7 health benefits from it? Wouldn't that strike you as a deal worth taking advantage of? Of course, you would! ...
Views: 1267 - Fight Liver & Lung Cancer Dietary Basics - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2015 from Julie DohertyIt is important to have an understanding that one of the foundational aspects in fighting lung and liver cancer involves presenting your body with ample vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, so that it is operating at peak capacity, fully able to cope with the rigors of more conventional cancer ...
Views: 1220 - Detoxification By Following Healthy Eating Plan - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2015 from Josef BichlerA healthy diet is a diet that assists in improving and then maintaining good health. A healthy diet is important for decreasing risk of many chronic diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, chronic heart diseases, myocardial infarction and cancer. A healthy diet comprises of taking ...
Views: 659 - How To Be Gluten-Free In The Office - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2014 from Gretchen ScalpiEating gluten-free is something that involves your entire life. You can't just eat gluten-free at home. You have to eat gluten-free at the office, when you eat out and when you visit others. One of the most difficult places to keep to a gluten-free diet is the office. With all the candy, ...
Views: 1237 - Great Greens – The Secret of Making Greens Taste Like What You Really Want - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2014 from Emily MorrisEveryone who’s ever heard “eat your vegetables” knows how good green foods are for you. The real winners in the nutrition showcase are the dark, leafy greens like kale, spinach & collard. Each leaf has a giant list of diet and nutrition improving benefits, so you would think everyone would want ...
Views: 1229 - Top Benefits Of Eating Healthy - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2014 from Josef BichlerThere are many benefits of eating a balanced and healthy diet, a lot of people have numerous health problems arising poor diet. If you want to live healthy and avoid several diseases, have a great appearance, live longer and feel better. You can change you look and have a great appearance if you ...
Views: 797 - 5 Benefits Of A Detox Diet - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2014 from Josef BichlerA detox diet is gaining a lot of attention these days. More and more people are turning to it because of its numerous benefits. So if you are wondering whether to join those on this diet, the information below will be useful. But let me give you some definitions first. The word detox is an ...
Views: 754 - Dish Up Nuts, Seeds and Legumes for Good Health - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2014 from Michelle StewartIn looking at food trends for the coming year, Nielsen research indicates that ninety-one percent of people say they snack daily and snacking is on the rise among all age groups and genders. And I am encouraged that folks are focusing more on snacks that are rich in nutrients like nuts, seeds ...
Views: 963 - Detox Diet For A Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2014 from Josef BichlerA detox diet, which is often referred to as cleansing diet, removes toxins and poisons from your body. They are designed especially to cleanse the liver, kidneys, pancreas, digestive tract and the blood by removing toxins from them. It not only eliminates the toxins from your body but also ...
Views: 876 - The Basics Of A Healthy Eating Plan - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2014 from Josef BichlerIndulging in a healthy eating plan can almost be a utopian goal for many. Not only are the instant, fast-food meals tempting, they are so much more convenient to many who live a busy lifestyle. However, this lack of regard to a healthy diet brings about a lot of health repercussions in the long ...
Views: 823 - Less pain and more gain comes with the right protein - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2014 from James BurbankHave you ever looked at yourself in the mirror, and were unhappy with the reflection? So you started working-out, going to the gym regularly, and then came the time when you had to go on a protein diet. Now what? Don’t panic, we’ve got you covered. Take some time and read all about the types of ...
Views: 1309 - A Healthy Diet Menu Is A Path To A Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Josef BichlerPeople live extremely fast paced lives and have little or no time to take care of their health. However, nobody is safe from the poisonous fumes of car engines, cigarette smoke, greasy fast food and easy-to-make processed food that have become such an integral part of lives today. Living in ...
Views: 631 - Real Benefits Of Eating Healthy - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Josef BichlerHealthy eating is not about sticking to strict nutrition facts or depriving yourself from the food you love. Rather, it is about feeling mentally and physically great and having good energy levels, all of which can be achieved by learning nutrition basics and making smart food choices. The ...
Views: 637 - Try A Detox Diet For Better Health - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Josef BichlerDetoxification is the process where the body is rejuvenated by flushing out toxins acquired through our foods and life habits. It's normally a constant bodily process but at times the continuous build up of toxic substances in your system may reach a level where they might create an imbalance ...
Views: 769 - Are You Ready to Leave Your Food Addictions Behind? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Monica RodriguezToday, we are digging deeply into one of the most common concerns that we face on a daily basis: our addiction to food. I ask that you open your mind and heart while reflecting on the following words…. In order to understand food addictions, you have to sink into this concept ...
Views: 1148(1 vote) - Choose Health With Holiday Nosh and Nibbles - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Michelle StewartWhether it is Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, the holiday season is filled with friends, fellowship and food. Now it’s the four-letter f-word aka Food that can get a person in trouble. Too often my clients reach out to me after indulging in the seasonal food swag. You know my mantra is “all ...
Views: 878 - Steps to Avoiding Toxic Overload - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Julie DohertyAVOIDING THE CHEMICAL MAZE THE KEY TO HEALTHY LIVING With eliminating the use of harmful synthetic chemicals we will not only protect ourselves from the ill health and diseases that they can cause, we will be also protecting our environment Chemical Compounds the “Silent Killer” Since ...
Views: 1275 - 5 Simple Health Tips to Stay on Track this Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2014 from Bonnie GillerThe holiday season is once again upon us and it is a busy, stressful time of year. There will be many trips to the grocery store to prepare for holiday meals and time spent with family. It is often during times of high stress that we allow ourselves to overeat or skip the gym. Don’t let the ...
Views: 1085 - Top 3 Holiday Dessert Makeovers - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2014 from Bonnie GillerNothing adds to the sweetness of the holiday season than a table full of warm, freshly baked desserts. While dinner is usually the main event, it is the pies, cookies and cakes that tend to be the hardest to resist. Holiday dessert is the ultimate temptation but you can still keep health in ...
Views: 1074 - How To Get Your Diet Back On Track - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2014 from Richard ClarkeCountless well meaning individuals eat and exercise well and get into a great routine and then something happens. It could be anything from a night out, a flat tyre, a holiday, Christmas! Anyway this event throws out your healthy eating plan/regime sometimes only for 1 day but it can have a big ...
Views: 1285 - Natural Detox Solutions For Living La Vida Toxic - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumToxins are everywhere robbing people of vitality and energy. Discover simple yet effective steps to finally get toxins out of your body and life. Toxins are perhaps the greatest threat to people’s health. Modern living has introduced toxins into the food chain, the air and water. Even ...
Views: 1206 - 11 Foods to Help Reduce Stress - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2014 from Rachel WellerThere is no doubt about it, we all lead stressful lives. Work, family, finances, traffic, even the television shows we watch contribute to our daily stress levels. All of these little stresses can take a toll on our bodies leaving us tired, irritable, unable to concentrate and even open us up ...
Views: 1238 - Food Additive Watch: Guar Gum - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from Danielle VenHuizenGuar Gum. It's always seemed harmless to me, a simple gum used to thicken many familiar foods like yogurts, dressings, ice creams, pie fillings, etc. I really never gave much though to its presence, surprisingly, assuming it was a more natural product. Of course as a food sensitivity Dietitian I ...
Views: 927 - Top 5 Holiday Beverage Breakdown - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from Bonnie GillerNothing makes the holidays more enchanting than cozying up with a warm cup of your favorite holiday beverage. Many people who are trying to watch their weight dread the holidays as they have to come face to face with an abundance of delicious foods and desserts. However, being mindful about ...
Views: 1053 - Nothing But The Facts About Rooibos Tea - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from James MarshRooibos tea is a little different than other loose leaf teas. Unlike other teas, rooibos comes from the legume family, or to be a little more precise, the Aspalathus linearis bush. The plant, as well as rooibos tea, are often referred to as "red bush" and is only grown in the Cedarberg area of ...
Views: 877 - ***Why are Organic, Whole-Food, & Non-GMO Vitamins so Vital for Your Health? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2014 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHWe hear about why eating Certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO, Whole-Foods are so important for our health in order to avoid toxins, pesticides, and genetically modified organisms. So why would this not also be essential with our vitamins and supplements? Not all vitamins and supplements are ...
Views: 4697(5 votes) - Non-Negotiable Standards for the Food I Eat - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Natalie CanizaresPaleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Atkins... The list goes on and on. Many people choose the food they eat based on the restrictions of a diet. While that can work for some, I don't believe that amount of restriction is right for everybody. Here is a little bit of insight into how I choose the food I ...
Views: 1136 - 4 Fantastic Online Resources for Healthy Recipes - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2014 from Anica OaksIt isn't always easy finding healthy food or recipes in the world that we live in, but the internet can be a great source. There are countless websites that offer fantastic healthy recipes, but this article has narrowed it down to four. 1. Dr. Oz Dr. Oz is a cardiologist, as well as a talk ...
Views: 2298 - Choose Granny Smith Apples to Lose and Maintain Weight! - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2014 from Bonnie GillerYou are probably familiar with the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Apples can help regulate blood sugar levels and contain an excellent source of fiber that will keep you feeling fuller longer. A recent study done by scientists at Washington State University has concluded that ...
Views: 1288 - The Worrisome Food Allergies - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2014 from Zyana MorrisA food allergy is an opposing immune response to a food protein. This exaggerated immune reaction is usually triggered by some specific food, e.g. peanuts, milk and eggs. The food allergies happen to be more common in the children under 18 years of age. And the most worrying part is that the ...
Views: 615 - How to Use Mindful Eating To Gain More Balance In Your Everyday Life - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2014 from Rebecca CleggI was having lunch with a girlfriend the other day and in the middle of my sentence I couldn’t remember what I was saying. I completely blanked, and then I started laughing because I had to fess up to her that I had a complete and total brain fart. It led to a good laugh, and an even better ...
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