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- But I CAN’T eat healthy! It’s too expensive! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2016 from Lisa BakerIt certainly seems that way, doesn’t it? It’s easy to purchase canned goods, boxed pasta meals, frozen burritos, and get quite a cart-full within budget. But what if you are wanting to be healthy, or have health concerns that require you to eat differently? Food is what our bodies are made ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Buying Organic – For Health & To Preserve Nature - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2018 from Jennifer SmithPeople often ask, is thrive market worth it? It certainly is. It is a great one-stop shop to buy the best organic and non-GMO foods. Moreover, with thrive market free coupon codes 2018, you can save a good percentage on your purchases on any given day. Today, the public is more ...
Views: 743(1 vote) - Buying the Healthiest Foods For Around $1.00/Serving - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Linda WolschlagerHere are 10 great, nutrient-packed food choices that you can still find for around $1 per serving! 1. Two Cage Free Organic Eggs: $0.84 Eggs can be one of the most healthful foods in the world. But, not all eggs are equal. There is more and more evidence of a huge nutritional difference ...
Views: 873(1 vote) - Calorie Intake To Lose Weight - Frequency and Amounts! - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Daniel TangIn this article we will be talking about the right amount of calorie intake to lose weight. What is a Calorie? You probably already know by now how metabolism relates to weight loss by the process called catabolic metabolism, which basically means the breaking down of cells and turning ...
Views: 603(1 vote) - Can Nutrition Bars Really Be Nutritional? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Stacy WishnerMy patients frequently ask me if using nutrition bars would be of any benefit to their overall health or weight loss plan. I admit, even I grab one of these bars every now and then for a quick snack, or even lunch on a really busy day sometimes. In fact, I would much rather have my patients ...
Views: 626(1 vote) - Can Raspberries Save You From Oral Cancer? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneOral cancer affects approximately 40,000 people in the United States each year. Oral Cancer kills one person every hour, every day totaling about 8,000 deaths per year. Only a little Can Black Raspberries Stop Oral Cancer? more than half of those 40,000 diagnosed, will be alive in 5 years. ...
Views: 1144(1 vote) - Can Water Therapy Control Feelings Of Panic And Anxiety? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2013 from Dennis SimsekOur ancestors kept telling us that we become what we eat; and highlighted the importance of the connection food has over the way we think which ultimately leads to the actions we take. Our diet is extremely important to our happiness as well as to the way we think, to the way we love one ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - Carbohydrate Sensitivity - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2020 from Sushant KumarHave you ever wondered why some people don’t gain even a single pound after consuming so many bananas & rice, but you seem to gain weight by just having a potato? Maybe it is your genetic predisposition to carbohydrates. Just because you are carb tolerant, doesn’t mean that you should do away ...
Views: 725(1 vote) - Carbohydrates And Fat Loss - How Much More Conflicting Can It Get? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2013 from Alvin ChuaMost people who wish to lose weight are usually confused whenever they read conflicting opinions about carbohydrates and its effect on weight loss. Thus, I want to clear all misunderstandings about this topic through this article. Although I am not a great supporter of diets with nearly zero ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - Cashew Nuts - Best Source of Nutrition and Healthy Diet - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Miles KrupaThere are different types of nutritious foods on earth. People across the globe make use of these foods in their daily diet in order to lead a healthy life. From time immemorial fruits have been considered as an important source of nutrition for both human beings and animals. Even in modern ...
Views: 1049(1 vote) - CBD AND THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2019 from CJ MontgomeryCannabis is riding a wave of popularity in the health space these days and not just because of marijuana legalization in many states. One cannabis compound in particular, CBD (cannabidiol) a non-psychoactive compound found in marijuana and hemp, is being mixed into everything from candies to ...
Views: 738(1 vote) - CE-Fit Healthy Holiday Fitness & Nutrition Tips - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Lashonda JonesThe season of holiday shopping, parties, and added pounds is here! Society has made it a norm or expectancy to gain at least 5 pounds between the months of November and January. However, the holiday season is the ideal time to stick with a fitness regimen in order to help reduce your stress ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - Celery Is One of the Best High Blood Pressure Drugs - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Emilia KlappSince immemorial times, celery has been used to lower high blood pressure, with Hippocrates prescribing the vegetable as a tonic for those suffering from nervous tension. Unfortunately, the medicinal properties of celery had been ignored for many years in favor of pharmaceutical high blood ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Check Your pH Levels for Good Health - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Brendan McCarthyThe foods we put in our bodies greatly affect our health, or lack thereof. Every bite, every morsel, every drop of liquid that passes through our lips has the power to affect the body in ways we cannot even begin to imagine. You may have a clue as to what I’m referring to if you are one of ...
Views: 1408(2 votes) - Chia Recipes – Beneficial For Our Health - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from peter morgenWe have been including Chia seed into quite a few dishes recently. Its generous vitamin and mineral content, plus its ample Omega-3 and 6 fatty acid provision, make it a desirable nutrition booster for many meals. It is also a small seed with a pleasant crunch, which adds interest to smooth or ...
Views: 587(1 vote) - Chicken Lettuce Wraps - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from chad tackettServings: 4 Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into very small pieces 1 cup canned whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped 1/2 cup raw peanuts 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1/2 cup sliced green onions 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro 12 large ...
Views: 870(1 vote) - Childhood Obesity Due to Bad Habits - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerWhen it comes to the rising epidemic of childhood obesity, many people are quick to point fingers at genetics, however, new research suggests that bad habits are to blame. In 1980, 6.5 percent of U.S. children aged 6 to 11 years were considered obese, but that percentage rose to nearly 20 ...
Views: 1474(1 vote) - Childhood Obesity: Increasing Our Awareness to Lighten Their Load Childhood Obesity - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Lorri GiffordWere you ever called “chubby” or “fatso” growing up? I was—and the healing process, both mentally and physically, has been a long one. The number of overweight and obese children in America today is even higher than it was when I was a child. Results from the National Health and Nutrition ...
Views: 1229(1 vote) - Chocolate Effectively Lowers Risk from High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from John PhillipHigh blood pressure is a significant concern as it significantly raises the incidence of vascular disease and stroke. As a result of stress, poor diet and lifestyle, enzymes in our body produce a substance known as angiotensin II that causes blood vessels to narrow and blood pressure to ...
Views: 1175(1 vote) - Cholesterol is NOT EVIL - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Kimberly RisleyI wanted to find out whether it was really bad to have high cholesterol. If you go to the “established” medical community they will say your cholesterol should be below 200. Below are the ranges that are suggested by many doctors: A total cholesterol level of less than 200 mg/dL (5.17 ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - Choose the Right Food Combinations for Healthy Digestion - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Brent P CullenOne of the things that most people do not know about eating is that if you combine the wrong combination of foods, it can have negative effects on your health, especially when it comes to your digestion. There are rules and formulas that you can follow to give you better digestion, but many ...
Views: 702(1 vote) - Cleansing Your Body After the Holiday Madness - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Nicole SheldonTis' the season for a little .... detox. Heavy foods, lots of imbibing, and a constant parade of opportunities for the two makes for a sometimes great desire to detox. I get a lot of patients who ask about cleansing and detox, and many who have done some heavy duty liquid versions combined with ...
Views: 3393(3 votes) - Coconut Oil: Vilified and Vindicated - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Kristin KonvolinkaCoconut Oil is the kind of food that, if it were a person, would be too pretty, too smart and too nice. It’s just so good that all the other foods are jealous. Date incarcerated: The vegetable oil industry and followers of a theory called The Lipid Hypothesis rounded up all natural ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - Contaminated Fish Oil Supplements Are Not Worth It, So Be Careful When Buying Omega 3 Capsules - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Xylene BelitaIn the midst of all the hype surrounding fish oil and Omega 3 fatty acids, it is easy to overlook the possibility of contaminated fish oil supplements. For years, it has been crowned by many as the King of all supplements, it being endowed with numerous health benefits. It is because of the ...
Views: 1138(1 vote) - Coronary Artery Disease Prevention Tips - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from John PhillipCoronary Artery Disease (CAD) results in nearly 1 million deaths each year and millions more are living with this disease and the limitations which lead to an early demise. Coronary Artery Disease is avoidable and reversible by following a healthy diet and supplementing with targeted ...
Views: 1684(1 vote) - Cranberries, as Portion of the Four Most Strong Fruits - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Helen HunterAnother portion of the 4 strong fruits could be the Cranberries. The other 3 are kiwi fruit, strawberry and blueberry. These 4 fruits are so abundant in anti-oxidants which help in the repair of cell and tissues damaged by no cost radicals. The good thing is the fact that calorie will be the ...
Views: 677(1 vote) - Cravings - and how to fight them - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2017 from Lisa BakerWhen you are trying to shift to a healthy diet, or are on a weight loss calorie-restricted diet, cravings can really get the best of you! An what’s worse, if it is necessary to eat and not to eat specific foods for medical issues, cravings can be seriously detrimental if given into. Sweets and ...
Views: 1079(1 vote) - 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: 604(1 vote) - Crispy and Delicious Roasted Squash Seeds - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2020 from Aviva RommIn our life, my husband and I try to follow the mantra of “waste-not, want-not” as much as possible. We hate throwing things away. That mantra carries over to cooking as well. Anything that can’t be consumed is composted. There are no thrown out leftovers in our house. Leftovers are always ...
Views: 538(1 vote) - Cucumber Benefits for Great Skin and Eyes - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Elisa IemmolaYour skin has many other purposes other than being beautiful and serving as an eye candy for everyone. It protects our internal organs from any of the external adversities as far as possible. First a little Information about Cucumbers Types of cucumber include: Dosakai - A cucumber that ...
Views: 1453(1 vote) - Curative Power Of Acai Berry Powder - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Peter morganCurative power of acai berry powder There are several benefits of acai berry but most people are unaware of this amazing fruit which has great qualities. Acai berry is mainly found on the coasts of Peru and Brazil and the people there consider this fruit as high nutritional one. It is quite ...
Views: 745(1 vote) - Cure Acne With These 10 Easy Steps! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from sophie tuckerAcne is a skin condition that happens due to the overproduction of oil by the oil glands of the skin. It is often recognized by the inflammation in the skin. Acne skin condition usually occurs when you are a teenager or young adult. Most of the people get Acne at some point during their life ...
Views: 2116(1 vote) - Cut Heart Attack Risk in Half - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from John PhillipHeart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, killing nearly 650,000 people. Studies indicate that heart disease risk is doubled by eating a diet which includes a high percent of calories from refined and processed carbohydrates. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports ...
Views: 1443(2 votes) - Dandelion Treatments And Purposes - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Eric DavisBecause doing so isn't poisonous, Dandelion may be used liberally. All parts from the plant are edible: the roots, leaves and blooms. Healthy kidney, urinary tract and liver function are helped by Dandelion. When harvesting, make sure to select plants that have not been exposed to toxins or ...
Views: 1277(1 vote) - Delicious Cat Cookie Recipes - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Alice pizaeBaking cat cookies is a fun and easy way to spoil your cat using healthy and tasty ingredients. Most cats enjoy an occasional extra morsel and with a few basic cat cookie recipes, turning out your next batch is just around the corner! And why buy treats when you have easy cat cookie recipes ...
Views: 2075(3 votes) - Delicious Foods For Fat Loss - They Do Exist! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2013 from Alvin ChuaYou may feel frustrated with your fat belly, and feel even worse when you think about food. It seems like every food or drink you consume immediately converts into more fats within your body. That is not the truth! There are indeed a good variety of foods you can eat that to help you lose belly ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - Depression and Poor Eating Habits - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2013 from Kellie HillDepressions Root Causes: Depression can have any number of factors at its root. But some common contributors can be nutritional deficiencies, blood sugar dysregulation, stress, biochemical imbalances, smoking, drinking, medications, and even caffeine. A nutrient deficiency can be caused by ...
Views: 1208(1 vote) - Detox Cleanse Plans - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2016 from Randi Fredricks2017 promises to be the year of the detox cleanse. Many people swear by them and more and more health practitioners recommend them, whether it's to eliminate toxins, lose weight, or just get a fresh start. There are a multitude of detox cleanses plans and what follows are a few examples of some ...
Views: 1807(1 vote) - Developing a good plan for body building nutrition - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Jon SibbsSadly, most people who want to be in their best shape neglect on of the most important aspects of packing on the muscle, and that is nutrition. Your diet deeply effects your results, but I also understand that a lot of people tend to get confused on how to go about the nutritional side of ...
Views: 1007(2 votes) - Diabetes Prevention Tips - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from John PhillipDiabetes is a metabolic disorder which threatens most organs in the body. Excessive blood sugar levels cause disruption and damage to the inner lining of the vessels, resulting in loss of eyesight, kidney failure and cardiovascular disease. Type 2 diabetes is a disease caused by poor diet and ...
Views: 1311(2 votes) - Diabetes: Take It Serious & Be in Control! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Laura GarrettDiabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the US (Deaths: Final Data for 2001, NCHS, CDC). According to the National Eye Institute and the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), an estimated 17 million Americans have diabetes, and 5.9 million of them have ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Did you know about these 10 ways IV Vitamins Therapy can help you? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2021 from Soli SethiIV vitamin drips are so great for your health- they boost your Immune System Function, adrenals glands, and in my opinion, turn back the hands of time:) -Boost the immune system to help you avoid or fight off colds or flu. -Reduce the duration of colds or flu. -Avoid lost time at work due ...
Views: 654(1 vote) - Diet Drinks - They Do Not Work! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Alvin ChuaAll of us should know that soda or any diet drink is one of the worst things you can consume. The chemicals, gut-fattening high fructose corn syrup in such carbonated drinks will bring a whole lot of health problems. Many people falsely believe that diet soda is a good thing for losing body ...
Views: 742(1 vote) - Diet for Cancer Patients - Foods to Eat and Avoid In Cancer - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Peter FilinovichIf a person is suffering or cancer, the need for nutrition rises because of the damage caused to the body cells. One should take a balanced diet and try to fulfill the nutrient requirements by taking a balanced diet instead of taking junk food. There are many who are advised to take a particular ...
Views: 556(1 vote) - Diet for Lovers - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Julian SaganThe diet for lovers is based not only on the everyday diet consisting of foods that are good for you, but it also takes into consideration the needs of sexually active people who must have the appropriate sugar level in their blood. In order to function successfully, the nerves, brains and ...
Views: 873(1 vote) - Diet Plan for Patients of Heart Diseases - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2020 from Sandra OliveraHeart is an important vital of body and one should take proper care of it with the help of balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Common causes of heart disease are Depression, Diabetes, alcohol, smoking, obesity, hypertension, and high fat and high sodium diet. Some Disorders related to Heart are ...
Views: 749(1 vote) - Dietary Supplement: Multivitamins For Healthy Living - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Sandeep KumarMultivitamins are the dietary supplements that provide the necessary nutrition required by the body. It fulfills the deficiency of vitamins, mineral and others, if any, in the body. It is considered to be a valuable tool for those with dietary imbalances or who have different nutritional needs. ...
Views: 700(1 vote) - Diets for Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Andrea JohnsonA specific fibromyalgia diet for each person with fibromyalgia does not exist. However, a common denominator for all fibromyalgia cases is inflammation. Diet that decreases inflammation in the body is the key. The challenge is that foods behave differently for all people. What is inflammatory ...
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