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- Hormone Dysfunction: What the Public Doesn't Know - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Donna F. Smith, Ph.D., N.D., C.C.N.Reading the comments at www.stopthethyroidmadness.com/2008/05/16/normal/, made me both sad and angry for all the people who are suffering because of being mislead by well-meaning, but uninformed experts when it comes to hormone balance. What I will share with you has been the result of ...
Views: 4282(2 votes) - Low Carb Diets: Recipe for Success or Formula for Failure? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2004 from Travis SmithLife in the Fast Food lane is taking its toll on Americans. Yes, it's official two in three adult Americans are overweight or obese. TWO IN THREE! We need to do something about it and fast. In fact, left unabated, "obesity may soon cause as much preventable disease and death as cigarette ...
Views: 4258(1 vote) - What is Protease and why is it so important? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Sharon SinclairTo know more about what Protease is we need to first ask the question what are enzymes? and why do we need them for digestion. Enzymes make the digestive system work. They are present in every phase of digestion and without them, you cannot adequately digest what you eat. We mostly consume ...
Views: 4248 - Overcoming Stress Caused By Financial Worries - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Dale MillerFinancial worries can cause a great deal of stress to individuals and families. Especially in today’s economy, concerns about job loss, cutbacks, stock market figures and interest rates can give even the calmest and most relaxed among us a headache. For some however, financial stress can lead ...
Views: 4233(2 votes) - Side Effects Of Aspartame - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThere are several side effects of aspartame. Yet, most of us are unaware of them as the facts remain a closed secret. The diet industry prefers to keep products containing aspartame on the shelves to help ensure their profits. Many conventional doctors and medical practitioners also deny the ...
Views: 4219 - Finally...a Diet that DOES Work - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2009 from Jill FlemingAs a Registered Dietitian who has specialized in weight loss solutions for the past 17 years, I have always steered my clients away from "diets". They always seem to be overly restrictive and short-term plans. Unfortunately, most people who want to lose weight are drawn to diets because they ...
Views: 4211(2 votes) - *** Is Whole Wheat Bread Fattening? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Isabel De Los RiosPeople often think they are doing something healthy for themselves by switching their white bread for whole wheat bread. Although this is a better option than white, whole wheat bread can still be preventing you from losing your unwanted weight. I am not a big fan of bread or bread type ...
Views: 4197(2 votes) - Dog Food Secrets: The Scam behind Commercial Dog Foods. - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Elia Liya "Solar Panels For Your Home"There are many dog food scams today and it will be helpful to have a good knowledge of dog food secrets on how to make sure your dog is eating right and healthy. Dogs are said to be a man’s best friend and we should treat them so. We want our best friends to be with us for as long as they can ...
Views: 4187(1 vote) - Orthomolecular Treatment for Autism - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Michael LocklearIn 1911, a Swiss psychiatrist named Eigen Bleuler was the first to describe autism as a medical disorder. However, he was talking about adults, and the condition he was describing is now known as schizophrenia. Thirty years later, in 1943, Dr. Leo Kanner of Johns Hopkins University redefined ...
Views: 4187 - 10 Killer Tips For Rapid Fat Loss - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Veronika AtkinsLet's face it - losing weight isn't easy. Many people find that it takes at least three or four distinctly different attempts before they're finally able to get into the weight loss groove. Regardless of your program, there are many factors that can assist in your body's ability to burn fat, ...
Views: 4125(2 votes) - The Nutrimill Grain Mill; its care, use and cleaning tips - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Donna MillerFrom the beginner to the veteran fresh flour enthusiast, there will always be some tips that are particular to using any new small kitchen appliance. Even though it is user friendly and easy to use, there are a few suggestions on care, use and cleaning of the Nutrimill Grain Grinder that I’d ...
Views: 4087 - Spring Skin Care Tips - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Dale MillerWith the sun peaking out behind the clouds a little more these days, you may be gearing up for the warmer days ahead. Looking forward to beaches, barbecues and soaking up the sun can be a pleasurable daydream, but is your skin ready to show its face to the world? If you feel you may not be ...
Views: 4077(6 votes) - Eczema Nutrition With Omega 3 Oil - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2007 from Evelyn LimIt comes as no surprise that an eczema diet designed to help in reducing dry skin should include adequate amounts of Omega 3 oil. Studies show that eczema sufferers are deficient in essential oils in their body. The deficiency can cause poor elasticity and formation of skin. As an eczema ...
Views: 4064 - When to Use Creatine Supplements: The Secret Revealed - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2006 from Spencer HuntWhen should you use Creatine Supplements? I have been lifting for many years, and I have used several of the most popular sports supplements such as creatine and CoQ10, sports drinks, antioxidants, whey protein drinks, and many other less known supplements. I have spoken with other athletes and ...
Views: 4050 - Is your Health Drink, Shake or Smoothie Really Healthy? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Noah LamIn today’s society there are many pressures that keep us from taking the time to eat a proper meal, especially with a family that is getting ready for school and both parents preparing for work. Most of the time, the parents sacrifice themselves to make sure that the kids have a nutritious ...
Views: 4017(2 votes) - 3 Substances Your Body Must Have - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 from Joshua YamsonIf you provide your body with the organic substances that it must have and avoid the dis-ease producing substances found in many processed foods, then you stand a good chance to have optimal health even in this dis-ease producing society that we live in. Your body must have these 3 important ...
Views: 4005 - All Disease Begins in the Gut - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Linda DiBella“All disease begins in the gut.” ~Hippocrates Although it’s been over two thousand years since Hippocrates made this statement, it has never been as true as it is today. Our digestive tracts are passageways through one end of the body to the other that for the most part, provide a barrier ...
Views: 3968 - Coffee: A Personal Trainer's Perspective - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Michael HannonCoffee: A Personal Trainer’s Perspective Can the worlds of coffee drinking, physical performance and health coincide? The purpose of this article is to investigate coffee and the possible physiological effects of its consumption. I’ll be examining coffee and its relative physiological ...
Views: 3956 - How Heredity Affects Your Health - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2017 from Austica GroupYou may as of now have a general comprehension about heredity that – it is conveyed from guardians to their kids and will influence the wellbeing and physical attributes of youngsters. Be that as it may, would you like to find out about what heredity is and how it influences the wellbeing and ...
Views: 3945 - Formula 2 herbalife : multivitamins for your body - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from Houstan RojasFormula 2 herbalife is a supplement tablet that has been developed and manufactured by Herbalife. Herbalife itself is a nutrition company working out of California and provides a natural solution to people’s nutritional and health related issues. Herbalife products offer natural and a safe way ...
Views: 3937 - Countries With The Healthiest Diet - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Brendan McCarthyUnderstanding what is healthy to eat seems to be a maze of obstacles in our modern world of processed and enriched food. You have to check the nutritional value of every product you buy at the grocery store, know how to prepare them, even be cautious on what is the "in" food. There is a ...
Views: 3910(8 votes) - Food Shopping for Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanI’m going to share with you the list of foods I’ve bought this week for the week ahead. My six-pack is visible, I have 3 millimetres of fat on my waist and these are the foods I buy and eat in a typical week. Note the variety I include, proof you can have a six-pack without living on chicken ...
Views: 3900 - Wheat free Diet To Prevent Eczema Symptoms - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Evelyn LimTo prevent eczema symptoms, you may want to consider a wheat free diet. Atopic eczema is said to be commonly linked to food allergies. One of the most common food allergies that many suffer from is a wheat allergy. You may find it cumbersome to have a wheat allergy as many products contain ...
Views: 3899 - Easy and Fast pH Balanced Diet Plan - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from Maria DolgovaWhat is pH Balanced Diet? You may be asking yourself just what is a pH balanced diet exactly? The idea behind the pH balanced diet is very simple. The pH balanced diet works by getting your body back to its naturally alkaline state and as a result restore your health, boost energy and ...
Views: 3895 - Plant Nutrients – Part 1 – The Benefits of Bone Meal For Plumeria Plants And Plants In General - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Bob WalshBone meal consists of ground up bones and is used as an organic fertilizer. Bone meal is an excellent source of slow release Phosphorus which is one of the three macronutrients. The other two are Nitrogen and Potassium. These plant nutrients are called macronutrients as plants need a higher ...
Views: 3892 - 7 Foods That Should Be Blown Off NOW - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cindy Pearlman7 FOODS THAT SHOULD BE BLOWN OFF NOW By JJ VIRGIN Of course, you're of the mindset that THIS is finally the year that your four food groups aren't sugar, white flour, greasy takeout and anything that hosts pepperoni. I'm proud of you for making some solid choices in the new year to toss ...
Views: 3861 - How Can I achieve alkaline pH[7.3]to avoid Cancer and other chronic diseases? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantOne of the most common causes of acidity is stress and poor eating habits. Learn to increase the consuption of alkaline foods and minimize or eliminate acisic foods and you will be on your way to homeostasis[balance] or wellness. What are the alkaline foods that I should eat instead of acidic ...
Views: 3858 - Natural ovarian cyst relief secrets and ways to stop cysts - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Rita WestHow to get rid of ovarian cysts naturally at home? This is most probably the question that you have in mind right now which has led you to this article. Well, we certainly have the answer to that query. However, before we go to the “meat” of this discussion, let us help you define what an ...
Views: 3851 - What's with the Gluten Free craze anyway? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2012 from Clara CohenI like to experiment and so last September I decided to see what all the fuss was about and embarked on a Gluten free diet. Unless you've been out of this planet, you know it means not eating wheat, rye, barley, kamut, spelt, and even oat (although that last one is debatable). I don't have ...
Views: 3847(1 vote) - How Do You Determine Your Unique Nutritional Needs? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2007 from Ben WIlsonMetabolic typing analysis The way to determine what your nutritional needs are is to discover your metabolic type. A Metabolic Type is the inherited pattern of genetically-based strengths and weaknesses in the body's fundamental control systems. Although tens of thousands of chemical reactions ...
Views: 3840 - Is There Such A Thing as a Good Fat? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Isabelle EpsteinGood Fats, Bad Fats, Which Fats? The Good, The Bad and The Ugly! “It is simply a matter of including natural highly unsaturated fats in your food intake.” Dr Johanna Budwig What is Fat? All fats consist of fatty acids. Fats are classified, depending on their chemical structure, as saturated, ...
Views: 3827 - ***Beneficial Effects of Vitamin D on Immunity, Longevity, and Cardiovascular Health - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoVitamin D, the Immune System, and Heart Attack and Atherosclerosis The June 9, 2008 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine published by the American Medical Association presented the finding of Harvard researchers that men who have deficient vitamin D levels have a greater risk of myocardial ...
Views: 3822(1 vote) - Diet to Conceive a Boy - Ensure You Have A Baby Boy - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2013 from Rafael TaylorIt is important to learn about the fertilization process in order to determine the right type of diet to conceive a boy. When the sperm and egg unite, the interaction of the X-chromosomes from the female egg and the Y-chromosomes from the male sperm begins to occur. The sperms which carry ...
Views: 3806 - Food Psychology Coaching - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from John Spencer EllisFitness, Wellness, Nutrition, Life Coaching and Psychology Professionals Now Have a Tool That Works to Help Clients Master their Psychological Association with Eating Why is it that people “generally” know what’s good and bad for them to eat, and still, America is over 65% obese? The answer ...
Views: 3805 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Rocket - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Eric SmithRocket is a popular salad green from the Brassicaceae family. Botanically recognised as Eruca satvia it is native to areas around the Mediterranean through Portugal, Lebanon and Turkey. It is an annual, which can grow to a metre in height but is usually harvested when less than 20cm. Every ...
Views: 3792 - Bojangles Nutrition - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Nelson IngrumBojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits is a regional chain of fast food restaurants based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializing in spicy, "Cajun" fried chicken and buttermilk biscuits. The restaurants, named with the song written by Jerry Jeff Walker, are also recognized for his or her ...
Views: 3767 - Acai and Maqui Superfruits Comparison - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Alex VicThe impressive attention initiated by two relatively recent berries being launched on the industry is a considerable one. On one side is the reigning rank possessor, the Acai berry, which entered into the planet marketplace through the presentation of no less an exalted woman ...
Views: 3765(2 votes) - The Body's Inner Wisdom - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Mahasatvaa SaritaIn Colour Light Therapy, the Holographic Healing treatment series is prescribed for people who suffer from Cancer, or for people who have a history of Cancer in their family and are worried they might get it later in life. One of the rules for anyone wanting to give sessions to others is that ...
Views: 3740(2 votes) - Optimal Ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Prof. George GrantOptimal Ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6: Based on our evolutionary history, the ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in the diet is 1:1. Our ancestors evolved over millions of years eating that way. However, our modern diet has skewed the ratio significantly. A hundred years ago, the average ...
Views: 3723 - LACK OF OXYGEN - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Annukka HuotariOxygen is one of the five basic elements of life. The other four basic elements of life are: hydrogen, carbon, nitrogen and sulphur. Oxygen is the source of life. There is oxygen everywhere around us. Lack of oxygen has many effects on our health. Professor Otto Warbur (Nobel price in ...
Views: 3703(2 votes) - Ten Simple Tips To Improve Your Digestion - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2010 from Lou Ann BennettThe key to optimum digestion is to increase the transit time while obtaining maximum nutrient uptake. The longer the transition time of digestion the higher the chance of fermentation and toxic problems can occur. By incorporating this list you will give your body a chance to make adjustments ...
Views: 3695(3 votes) - Why Are So Many People Obsessed With Fast Foods? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2013 from Sonny JuliusIn this day and age it is reported that more people are obsessed about eating fast food. At least one quarter of Americans eat fast food every day. Why do you think fast food is so popular? Here’s some of the reasons why this is so true: It’s filling: it’s convenient and it’s inexpensive. ...
Views: 3689(1 vote) - What's on Your Acid Reflux Food Not to Eat List? - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Dianna SmithCertain food and drinks can add to the problem of acid reflux. How do we know which acid reflux foods not to eat and what ones are unlikely to cause reflux to flare up? The best way to be certain if a particular food is causing an attack of reflux, is to keep a list of the foods you eat and ...
Views: 3673(2 votes) - Guide to Choosing a Juicer - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2007 from John JacksonYour Guide to Choosing a Juicer Choosing a juicer can be a very tough decision, considering the amount of products on the market. The information we provide you with here should arm you with enough knowledge to choose a juicer suitable for your individual needs. Firstly, the juicers on our ...
Views: 3658 - Why Multivitamins Don’t Work - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2008 from Dr. Pamela FrankDon’t get me wrong, I think taking a daily multivitamin is very important for certain people. Who are those people? They are in a generally good state of health and they want to stay that way. There are countless studies on how multivitamins help prevent cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular ...
Views: 3658 - Connecting Diabetes, Irritability, ADD, Fatigue and Hypoglycemia - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2008 from Michael FisherConnecting Diabetes, Irritability, ADD, Fatigue and Hypoglycemia The Sugar Blues Recently, CBS stated that one in three U.S. children born in 2000 will become diabetic. Also, ADD and behaviour disorders are on the rise, drastically increasing with each new generation affecting children of all ...
Views: 3654 - Go Nuts on Glycemic Load Index - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Jonathan EdwardsIf you are a nut lover, then you are in for some good news. Most nuts are low on the glycemic load index . Luckily for nut lovers, nuts are among the lowest foods on the GI. Peanuts, cashews and walnuts, for example, are some of the lowest glycemic index foods around, which is part of what ...
Views: 3640(1 vote) - You Only Look As Good As You Feel - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2008 from Karen Roth“You only look as good as you feel.” We’ve all heard that statement before, and for a good reason…it’s true. When you are in optimal health, you really do look your best. No matter how much time and money we spend on removing wrinkles, touching up grey hair, saturating dry skin with creams, ...
Views: 3639 - The Pursuit of Happiness: 10 Practical Ways to Beat Depression - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Carisa HolmesIt has been said that happiness is not a destination, but rather a means of traveling. It may be wise to view happiness as your guide and compass, rather than some future goal in life, but it can be challenging to get in touch with this most coveted and elusive mind state in the midst of a busy ...
Views: 3632(4 votes) - Here’s the Skin(ny)—The Importance of Skin Integrity As We Age - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2012 from Gabriela BrownNo, I am not talking about weight; I am talking about the largest organ on your body, your skin. As we age, the skin, like every other organ in our body, begins to decline. While we don’t have any way to reverse this aging process there are things that we can do to boost it functioning and help ...
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