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- Do Digestive Enzymes Work? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Xylene BelitaExploring how do digestive enzymes work should be a primary issue of anyone who is concerned about his or her general well-being. Even though you are naturally blessed with a healthy digestive system, knowing the role of digestion enzymes will enable you to maintain it or prevent its ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - Do Popular Diets Deplete the Body of Vital Nutrients? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2012 from Tom WhiteMany popular diets, such as the Atkins, Zone or Ornish diets focus on calorie control, portion sizes or excluding certain food groups. Two recent studies have shown that these types of diets may not provide the body with the full range of nutrients it needs to sustain optimum health, ...
Views: 846(1 vote) - Do Sugar Substitutes Contribute to Obesity? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaArtificial sweeteners are seen by many as a way to have your cake and eat it too. What’s better than a sugary-tasting soda pop without all of the calories? Believe it or not, artificially sweetened products may make it more difficult to keep a trim waistline. What are They? Artificial ...
Views: 997(1 vote) - Does Juicing Really Work? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from David GrisaffiDoes juicing really work? At one time that was a question uttered by yuppies and fringe groups considered "kooks" by the masses. Now mainstream America is sitting down to unwind with a glass of wheat grass, watermelon, and cranberry. For a few hundred dollars, and some patience, anyone can ...
Views: 7384(1 vote) - Drinking Tea Helps You Achieve A Slimmer Body! - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2013 from Alvin ChuaResearches have shown that tea is a great functional food product for the management of weight. According to a report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, more than half of adult Australians are overweight and many young children are heading in the same direction. Obesity has become ...
Views: 797(1 vote) - Easy Exercises to Lose Weight Fast And Keep It Off! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Phillip TomObesity is obviously one of the prevalent problems a lot of people have to deal with. So, people who are obese are always counseled to lose weight so as to have a good physical shape and long life. In contrast, even though someone is not exactly overweight, they are advised to watch their weight ...
Views: 1186(1 vote) - Eat 3 Meals a Day to Fuel Weight Loss - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from John PhillipOur body is acutely sensitive to the frequency, quantity and type of foods we eat at each meal. As our body races to digest and breakdown the different fats, proteins and carbohydrates to filter all essential vitamins and minerals we need to live, metabolic activity surges based on the exact ...
Views: 1243(1 vote) - Eat Right After Exercise, Get Better Results - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2016 from Dave SmithArticle Source: schoolofcalisthenics.com Post-workout nutrition can be a bit of a complicated topic. Some research studies say that you should have your meal/shake immediately after your workout. Other studies say that you have a 45-minute window. And other studies say that you can refuel any ...
Views: 916(1 vote) - EAT RIGHT WITH A HECTIC SCHEDULE - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Ryan LamotheLife is busy for all of us and there is nothing that suffers more from a busy lifestyle than our nutrition. However, if we are prepared and plan ahead, eating does not have to be difficult. Remember that skipping meals is never a good decision. It will only lead to over-eating at your next ...
Views: 926(1 vote) - Eat to Win - Strategies to Maximize Performance and Health - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredEat to Win - Strategies to Maximize Performance and Health by Lt. Col. Bob Weinstein, USAR-Ret. Have you ever wondered why, for so many people - especially anyone older than 30 in the U.S. - weight gain seems to be a fact of life? It is because the human body is way too efficient. It doesn’t ...
Views: 1524(1 vote) - Eat Your Garnish! – The Value of What It Is That We Are NOT Eating - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Roberta ShepherdAmong Nutritional experts, there is a lot of emphasis placed upon what we are consuming versus what we ought to avoid in order to maintain a healthy regime. What about consideration for what it is that we are NOT consuming that may in fact have a great deal of nutritional value? What I am ...
Views: 1034(1 vote) - Eating A Healthy Dinner: A Simple Matter Of Planning - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2010 from Tho TruongDinner is probably the healthiest meal for most of us. We often overlook breakfast and eat lunch on the run, but for dinner, most of us take more time in preparing and planning how to eat a balanced, healthy dinner. But there's also a lot of pressure on dinner. It's the last meal of the day ...
Views: 664(1 vote) - Eating Consciously Throughout The Festive Break - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Julie BrealyEating consciously may also be practised to carry you excitement and enjoyment from consuming the meals that you simply truly love and such a lot importantly do not have any negative or unwanted side effects corresponding to extra kilos or inches as the end result. Sound too easy to be ...
Views: 592(1 vote) - Eating Healthily Through Christmas - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Julie BrealyThe Christmas party season is speedy coming near, and with it the endless canapés, buffet tables, and three course meals, not to mention the booze! So how to navigate the events with out piling on the additional pounds? The first and most important rule is to never go to a celebration on an ...
Views: 600(1 vote) - Eating Intuitively - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Adam BenedettoIntuitive eating is the idea that if you listen to yourself you will find balance. You will eat in a way connected to you and what your real needs are. Each of us intuitively knows deep down what we need. This goes for food as well, and what we eat can be a reflection of our body’s true ...
Views: 782(1 vote) - Eating Out and Staying Healthy - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Brent P CullenAre you one of the many American families that love to eat out at your favorite restaurants? If so, then you probably think that this lifestyle is not good for a healthy diet and most of the time this assumption is right, but you can still dine out occasionally and still be able to maintain a ...
Views: 633(1 vote) - Eating While Driving is Slowing You Down – Slowing Down Your Metabolism! - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Andrea CohenIs this your typical morning? Squeeze in that last seven minutes of sleep, take a quick shower, and get out of the house with seconds to spare to avoid being late for; dropping the kids off at school, driving your partner to the train, getting to your office before the boss, or some other ...
Views: 1113(1 vote) - EFA's The Fats That Heal - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Josh CoffmanOne of the most concerning and misinforming issues is the vital role that fats play within the body. There is this misconception that "fats" are bad, and we should reduce our fat intake because it will lead us down a path of gaining weight and or potentially becoming fat. This is true to some ...
Views: 1092(1 vote) - Effective Teas For Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2018 from Balance NutritionHerbal teas are one the most popular health foods being purchased nowadays. Several people are opting for these, to help them lose weight. Manufacturers of these teas claim that they possess other health-boosting benefits as well. So, is the hype around these teas justified? Are they worth ...
Views: 905(1 vote) - Egg Yolks Can Help You Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2013 from Alvin ChuaMany people believe that they know everything they need to know about the various types of foods to eat to lose weight, when in reality, they are completely wrong. This is not entirely their fault, since there are so much wrong and inaccurate information out there! Many people who post such ...
Views: 1230(1 vote) - Eggplant in Curry Sauce - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from chad tackettServings: 8 Ingredients: 3 pounds eggplant 3 cups chopped onion 5 garlic cloves, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 5 cups diced tomatoes 4 teaspoons curry powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation: Pierce eggplant skin several times with a fork or knife, then broil in the oven for 15 ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - Electrophysiologists Develop Therapies for Complex Cardiac Arrhythmias - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Suzanne BenzAn international resource for treating complex arrhythmias, the Cardiac Arrhythmia Service recently transitioned into a new, state-of-the-art electrophysiology suite in the Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The Service promotes the development of new ...
Views: 874(1 vote) - Endless Benefits of Nutritional Supplements - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from A. C MailletNowadays, health problems are becoming a major problem for everyone. This is mainly due to nutritional deficiency. In this modern world, fast food is growing rapidly with new varieties of dishes which are very tempting and cheaper in price. So, most of the people are very much fond of fast food ...
Views: 510(1 vote) - Enjoying Spanish Food - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from R CoenenSpanish food is rich in both ingredients and flavors. Saffron is the prime ingredient and spice that is used in most of the dishes. Sea Food is also vey much preferred by the Spanish people. Tapas, which are small appetizers are quite popular throughout Spain and you will find a lot of bars and ...
Views: 775(1 vote) - Erectile Function, Exercise and Cardiovascular Fitness – Tips for Supporting Penile Health - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from John DuganWhile issues with erectile function are generally associated with aging, men at every stage of life may experience the occasional flop in the bedroom. Erectile dysfunction is a complex problem with a multitude of underlying causes, but the bottom line is that penis performance is an indicator of ...
Views: 1553(1 vote) - Essential Nutrients Every Vegetarian Teenager Needs! - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Rodney Alan ColeEssential Nutrients Every Vegetarian Teenager Needs! Vegetarian, vegan, and variations of these diets are growing in popularity among teenagers. While these diets can be steps toward better health, it’s important that special nutritional gaps be filled. With a little planning, a vegetarian ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - Ethno-Botanical Uses of Graviola - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Stephen MathewGraviola tree is found in warm tropical regions. This evergreen relatively small sized tree bears heart shaped edible fruit with white flesh. Not only the fruit of this plant but the leaves, bark, stem, roots and seeds all are considered extremely valuable medicinally. The ethno-botanical uses ...
Views: 1507(1 vote) - Ever Wondered How the Food You Eat Effects Your Mood!? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from David BirdThe way you feel can be effected by many every day foods. This is due to many factors and it is quite complex. However, blood sugar levels are thought to be one major factor together with nutritional deficiencies. Fluctuating blood sugar levels can result from eating at irregular times. Eating ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - Failure to Thrive: Definition, Causes and Treatments - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Sharon YirilliFor many parents, the term failure to thrive is a scary one, conjuring images of sickly children who are not growing or meeting milestones as expected. It is a term that causes fear and sometimes anger towards the person mentioning the term. I once had a parent say to me “No, she’s not! That’s a ...
Views: 2356(1 vote) - Fastest Fat Loss - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from David OromanerEat all protein, practically no carbohydrates and practically no fat. Yes, that is right not many choices. Pretty much limited to meat and eggs. I did not say this was easy, but it is incredibly effective. It will throw your body into full ketosis within 24 hours of starting the program. In ...
Views: 1741(1 vote) - Fat Loss Isn't Always What It Looks Like - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Adam KesslerWhen it comes to fat loss, portion control seems to be used a lot by professionals, myself included. But sometimes portion sizes aren't always what they seem. For example, if you had a bag of chips and the same size bag of baby carrots, are you eating the same amount of calories? Well, I ...
Views: 890(1 vote) - Fats - Are You Getting Enough of the Good Ones? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampMacro-nutrients – Fat Have you noticed that we are, as a population, eating less fat but are fatter than ever? How is that!? We need certain fats for our bodies to function properly. Fats are needed to help form cell membranes, carry fat-soluble vitamins, build tissue, produce hormones, ...
Views: 1408(1 vote) - Feeding the Chakras: 7 Steps to Nourishing Body, Mind, and Soul - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2009 from Deanna MinichEating is a powerful act filled with the potential for healing or harm. After all, we eat several thousands of pounds every year and interface with food and eating on an average of 200 times per day. There are probably not too many activities more integral to our survival than eating – and as a ...
Views: 4622(2 votes) - Feel Great With the Anti-Inflammatory Diet: - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Dr. Steven SmileyThe anti-inflammatory diet can make you feel great! “How,” you ask. By cutting out or significantly reducing your consumption of pro-inflammatory foods. When these foods are cut from your diet, inflammation in the body reduces taking stress and strain from the joints and organs. While ...
Views: 982(3 votes) - Feel Revitalized Everyday - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Joanne JacksonWith the arrival of spring, it’s so nice to be able to open up the windows again and let the warm fresh air fill our home. How rejuvenating it is to begin spring-cleaning both inside and outside of our home and once again experience the many joys springtime has to offer. There are also many ...
Views: 1358(1 vote) - Fiber: Are You Better Off Eating a Cardboard Box? - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampNot all fiber is created equally; however, many people are unaware of this fact. By eating whole wheat toast or a bowl of cereal in the morning, many of my patients believe that they are getting the right kind of fiber for their diet. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. There are different ...
Views: 5357(1 vote) - Fight Inflammation Naturally - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2009 from Ana PoirierWe are definitely an "inflammation nation". Technically, you need some inflammation to heal wounds and fight infection, but an abundance of processed foods and the ensuing deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids can lead to a very dangerous (and increasingly more common) condition known as chronic ...
Views: 8176(1 vote) - Find All the Omega Three Fatty Acid Information That You Need - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from George Roy MontgomeryWhy are fish oil supplements so beneficial? What are Omega 3 fatty acids? Can they really improve my health condition? If these are questions that you have thought about relating to supplements, this article will provide you with all the Omega three fatty acid information that you need to ...
Views: 1007(1 vote) - Finding the Perfect Diet Plan - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Karen KleinwortI can hear you murmuring through the Internet already, even though you’ve read only the title of this piece. “The best laid plans…” you’re murmuring to yourself. Or perhaps you’re thinking, “There’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ diet plan!” But some of you are saying to yourself, “Really? ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Fish Oil And Depression - 2 Ways To Feel Better Faster - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Konstantin EriksenIn the last 10 to 15 years, depression has become almost an epidemic. More and more people are suffering from it every year, either in mild, moderate or severe form. As someone who has personally suffered from mild to moderate depression in the past, I would like to give you two quick tips you ...
Views: 1291(2 votes) - Fitness Trainer - Exercise And Fitness Are The Key To Slow Aging The Natural Way - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Marc OuelletteThe aging process involves many changes to your body and mind that you want to try to avoid if you can. Maintaining your fitness level into old age is one powerful way to put off these changes for years. Consider the advice below to see how you can stay healthy and independent as you age. As ...
Views: 1230(2 votes) - Food Calories - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Tal GurEvery time we do something like walking, running, exercising, even respiration or almost everything that requires movement, takes energy from our body. Just like a car that needs gasoline to move around, we too require energy to move about and that is called Food energy. Depending on what and ...
Views: 617(1 vote) - Food Minerals - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Tal GurWhen it comes to minerals, the thing that comes to your minds is that it’s those things that can be found on the earth such as iron and the like. Then questions start flowing on why those minerals are needed for your body. The answer would be that like vitamins, minerals are also essential to ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - Food Nutrients - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Tal GurEver wonder what makes you move? How do you get the energy to move heavy objects or walk towards your bathroom? The answer lies in the food you consume, the air you breathe, and the water you drink. Almost all of the things you intake is considered to be a nutrient. From food, water, even oxygen ...
Views: 515(1 vote) - Food That Harms, Food That Heals - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Margaret PaulOur country is stretched to the limit due to the cost of health care. Even with the new health care bill, there will be on going conflict over what we should do to provide people with affordable health care. But the reason that the problem seems irresolvable is a very complex one.Let's take ...
Views: 3340(2 votes) - Food to Improve Eyesight - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Orlin SorensenKitchen Inspired: Foods to Improve Eyesight Modern medicine is finally starting to catch up with the wisdom our grandparents have been handing down for ages: we really are what we eat. Practitioners of holistic medicine have long upheld the belief that certain diseases and illnesses can be ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - Food Vitamins - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Tal GurFood Vitamins play an important role to a human body. Without it, the body would not function well. They help us grow properly, give energy and for the universal well-being of the body. The human body as we know it cannot produce vitamins. So in order to deposit vitamins into our body, they are ...
Views: 616(1 vote) - Foods Low on the Glycemic Index - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Jonathan EdwardsA food's low glycemic index value is used to help a person monitor the blood sugar level. Foods with high index values are not good for our health because they are normally rich in sugar and fat. Foods that have low carbohydrate content can reduce the glucose level in the blood effectively. It ...
Views: 594(1 vote) - Foods That are Good for You - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Brent P CullenNowadays, it seems like a lot of people have one thing in common. They are searching for ways to lose weight and eat healthier because of the obesity epidemic that is occurring all over the world. Many believe that the only way to accomplish this is to purchase very expensive supplements or to ...
Views: 780(1 vote) - Foods that Feed The Pineal Gland - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Nwenna KaiOur pineal gland otherwise known as our master gland or the gland that governs over our third eye is the center of psychic awareness in the human mind. It is about the size of a pea and sits inside a cave located behind the pituitary gland. It naturally produces a hormone called melatonin which ...
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