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- Juicing ~ Go Green, Go Lean - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Dr. DiondraWould you like to feel energized, have radiant looking skin and a muscled body? All it takes is a commitment to organic fresh juicing and exercising every day, and these treasures will be yours forever! When you drink at least 12 oz of fresh organic vegetable juice per day, you will typically ...
Views: 3613(9 votes) - Adult Penis Circumcision – Pros and Cons - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from John DuganFor thousands of years, penis circumcision has been a fact of life for men around the world, but a great deal of controversy still surrounds the practice of removing the male foreskin. While the tradition itself is generally related to cultural or religious convention, the medical profession has ...
Views: 3608 - Do Apples Have Caffeine? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Tasha BainI adore that whenever I eat an apple, I acquire this sensation of being vitalized that extras me up just about promptly. I'm sure numerous of you have felt the same method. It is like receiving an increase if you are feeling exhausted or down and also overworked. This has led lots of to people ...
Views: 3603 - ORAC Values and the Antioxidant Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Stan MrakYou hear a lot of hype in nutritional news these days about ORAC values of different fruits and vegetables, as well as nutritional supplements. What are ORAC values exactly? ORAC Values are a measure of the antioxidant capacity of fruits and vegetables. ORAC stands for Oxygen Radical ...
Views: 3581(3 votes) - How To Speed Up Your Metabolism To Lose Weight - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Alan B. DenskyWe have all heard it or even said it one time or another: "I can't lose weight because of my metabolism." It is easy to blame our unwanted weight on an abstract idea like metabolism, but let's look at the real importance of metabolism - and better yet, how to get the most "burn" for your buck by ...
Views: 3575(5 votes) - How to Avoid Kids’ Blood Sugar “Spike and Crash” - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2007 from Yolanda CardenKids love roller coasters. Moms don’t -- well, at least not the ones that take place inside our homes! I’m talking about the “spike and crash” syndrome that describes the rapid ups and downs of children’s blood sugar levels when they eat too much sugar and overly processed carbs, especially on ...
Views: 3574 - Heal Dental Caries Naturally - Part 1 - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Russell Symonds (Shaktivirya)Terrified of the dentist? Heal dental caries naturally with butter oil and cod liver oil, oral care, remineralization and correct nutrition, including a life-long alkaline-forming diet be so vital for dental health. This article presents alternative dental research. Much of what we have been ...
Views: 3560(5 votes) - Proper Diet and Nutrition Maintains Women’s Good Health - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2007 from Connie LimonOne of the most important parts of a woman’s ability to maintain good health is proper diet and nutrition. Researchers continue to find growing evidence of the link between healthy eating and a variety of positive health outcomes which include: • Reduced risk of cardiovascular ...
Views: 3548 - Workout Motivation: Boost your motivation with these supplements - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Mark TomlinsonYou're ready. You're excited to get your training session on track. You work out for several days and then you lose inspiration. What happened to those desires for the fit, six-pack abs and bulging muscles? It's easy to become disheartened or even lack motivation especially during the early days ...
Views: 3538 - Clover Honey: An Agent towards Good Health - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Balas OvidiuPerhaps one of the most known types of honey that has been known to have numerous health advantages is the Clover Honey. Basically these types of honey are produces by bees which are feed primarily from the nectar of certain plant called clover. It has a slightly mild floral flavor that most ...
Views: 3535 - Whole-Body Approach to Osteoporosis: How to Create an Anabolic Body - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsNo matter who you are, if you walk deeply into the forest enough times, you’re going to get lost. I certainly have—several times. Dark, twisting ravines, steeply sloped hillsides, and impenetrable tangles can be disorienting. That’s the bad news. The good news is that if you persist, if you ...
Views: 3533(1 vote) - REVELATIONS: ANDREW LEWIS' DOG FOOD SECRETS - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Elia Liya "Solar Panels For Your Home"Many books on pet care are published and released yearly, yet only Dog Food Secrets – has focused on an unexpected topic. In his e-book, Lewis reveals the many unknown effects and dangers of dog food which include severe cases such as cancer, and many more. Andrew Lewis' Dog Food Secrets has ...
Views: 3531(2 votes) - Fish Oil And Flax Seed Oil - 3 Keys To Debunking The Myths - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Konstantin EriksenMost people interested in the natural health sciences and in improving the quality of their lives have heard about the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and fish oil capsules or flax seed oil. There is a lot of confusion about the difference between the two and whether fish oil is better than flax ...
Views: 3495 - Quercetin: A Rising Star for Nerves, Immunity, and Metabolism - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Byron RichardsQuercetin is a common flavonoid found in many fresh fruits and vegetables. It has been in widespread use in the dietary supplement industry for the past two decades due to its natural anti-histamine properties. New research is dramatically expanding our understanding of this nutrient, ...
Views: 3494(2 votes) - ***The Potency of Parsley - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Bette DowdellParsley is the Rodney Dangerfield of herbs; it gets no respect. Probably not even from Rodney Dangerfield. We’re talking NO respect. Once upon a time, most restaurants used parsley as a perky, colorful accompaniment on your plate, whatever you ordered. Most eaters ignored it, though, pretty ...
Views: 3483 - Lose weight, with a bowl of cereal - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Believe CerealsWhat is the cereal diet and does it help you lose weight. Well there are so many diet out there, this one is all about a bowl of cereal as your meal. The cereal diet is about substituting meals with a bowl of healthy breakfast cereal. So as meal replacements go, milk and cereal are not ...
Views: 3472 - 5 Techniques to Shed pounds Right before Your Wedding - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Michael WilliamsThe d-day is at hand. You just got engaged and before you realize it, the wedding arrives. All of the wedding festivities, the pre and post-parties and of course the honeymoon are on your mind and so is your concern to appear your fab best on your wedding. Every woman would want come out like a ...
Views: 3459 - Navajo Caffeine Free Herbal Tea - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2012 from Williams BistlineJust like many people, they like to start your morning with a warm drink. And this is usually a drinks that has a high caffeine content like coffee or black tea. When you take a warm, soothing cup of java, this may be comforting at first but it will stir some nerves later. To deal with this one, ...
Views: 3457 - What is the 80\10\10 raw food diet? My 30 day lifestyle design experiment postmortem. - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Ender Ayanethoslink to original article (contains pictures and links to rest of experiment): http://www.endersadventures.com/raw-food-diet.html It’s been a few days since my final raw food diet update and I’m feeling more clear on the benefits and downsides of the diet. Being able to take a rest from ...
Views: 3457(2 votes) - 5 Tips For A Powerful Breakfast For an Energetic Day - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Rick KenzieThe way you start your day has an enormous impact on how it will develop. This is why breakfast is truly the most important meal of the day. It is the fuel with which you set out to make your day exceptional. Breakfast is also important because you're giving your body the nourishment it ...
Views: 3436 - The Low Down On Trans Fats And Margarine - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Yuri ElkaimTrans-Fats The name trans-fat is short for transformed fat. And transformed fats have no place in the human body. They are artificially created by scientists in laboratories when they hydrogenate liquid oils to make them solid so they can withstand longer shelf lives. Trans-fats are also ...
Views: 3430 - Healthy Options During BBQ Season - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2010 from Jacqueline FairbrassOne of my favorite things to do is spend time with good friends and family. As barbecue season is in full force, you can often find us sharing stories and laughter in the back yard while someone mans the barbecue. I normally get out of that duty myself, as my barbecue skills are somewhat ...
Views: 3428(7 votes) - Is Creatine Helpful for Weight Loss? - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from James HallmarkCreatine. You've all heard the word before. But not many know what it actually is. Creatine is made up of three amino acids (amino acids are the building blocks of protein). These three amino acids are glycine, arginine, and methionine. Many use creatine as a supplement to build muscle, in the ...
Views: 3426(2 votes) - Diet to Strengthen Immunity - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2007 from Cindy PappThe immune system is filled with protective cells called white blood cells. There are many types and all work to kill bacteria, pathogens, eat harmful cells, and neutralize toxins including metabolic waste. Some even make antibodies. Our bodies must constantly regenerate and build new white ...
Views: 3422 - 9 Foods for a Better Mood - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneEat this healthy food. Avoid eating this food. You will gain weight if you eat this. There is too much fat, sugar, salt, or empty calories in this food. We have all heard so many warnings against eating so many foods that many of us have lost the pure joy of eating food that makes us feel ...
Views: 3421(8 votes) - The Health Benefits Of Pistachios - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Connie LimonA healthy diet low in fat can include higher-fat foods as long as the overall diet and lifestyle remain healthy. Evidence to date reveals the taste acceptability of a diet depend on a satisfying dietary pattern that fits with a healthy lifestyle. When we include a variety of healthy and tasty ...
Views: 3419 - Orthomolecular Treatment for Depression - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Michael LocklearDepression is at epidemic levels. In the United States, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) reports that major depression is the most prevalent mood disorder today, affecting 17 percent of the population at least once in their lifetime. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
Views: 3404 - 5 Top Digestion-Friendly Foods - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Trina ClearyManage indigestion with these 5 common digestion-friendly super foods. Each of these foods for indigestion has its own special properties that are beneficial to your digestive system. If you're looking for answers on how to cure indigestion, start by including these foods regularly in your diet ...
Views: 3399(7 votes) - Pros & Cons Of Vegetarianism - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2013 from Richard ClarkeVegetarianism is defined as “the practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat – red meat, poultry, seafood and the flesh of any other animal”. (1) In my experience ‘going veggie’ can be a double edged sword. It can lead to massive health benefits – when its done properly. I have ...
Views: 3396 - 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) - Why I-Lite Capsule Is The Right Choice For Improving Eyesight? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Peter Naruka~Use of I-Lite in very short duration can improve clarity of vision, color perception, far and near vision and day and night vision safely and naturally, this is why I-Lite capsules is the right choice for improving eyesight. There are many causes which can weaken eyesight of a person some of ...
Views: 3385 - The Slim-Fast Optima Diet Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaEating Plan The Slim-Fast Optima Plan focuses on replacing high-calorie meals and snacks with calorie controlled, nutritionally balanced Slim-Fast meal replacements and snacks so you can reduce your daily caloric intake and lose weight, as well as get the vitamins and minerals your body needs. ...
Views: 3377 - A Balanced pH Level - Why Alkaline Food Is So Important - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Mel TeskeThe body's entire metabolic process depends on an alkaline environment. When we ingest too many acidic or acid-producing foods, excess acid corrodes tissues and organs, which leads to illness, sickness and disease. In addition, acid also provides a favorable environment for harmful bacteria and ...
Views: 3368 - Mysteries Of Metabolism - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Charles RemingtonAs a young boy, I was fascinated by the exploits of super-sleuth Sherlock Holmes. Holmes, a fictional detective who lived in the late 19th and early 20th century, was created in the imagination of author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. As a London detective, Holmes was famous for solving mysterious ...
Views: 3367 - 6 Power Foods to Put Your Summer Energy on High - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Roberta MittmanAre you more active in the summer? Do you need a boost of energy to get you through the day? I've got just the menu additions you need. The summer superfoods below are so easy to use that once you've tried them, you just might want to keep them on your grocery list all year long. Many are ...
Views: 3364(1 vote) - Diet Drinks and weight loss - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Prof. George GrantIf you were to ask 1,000 people why they drink diet soda and other drinks with artificial sweeteners, I expect the vast majority (if not all) would tell you it’s because they are "watching their weight" and these products have no calories. While it is true that diet sodas have no calories, it ...
Views: 3348(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) - Vegetarians vs. Meat-Eaters - Who is Metabolically Correct? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Carole TaylorA week or so ago, I received an email from one of my clients. While she was generally happy with the results of her metabolic nutrition profile and her customized food chart, she did have one complaint. "I'm disappointed that there are no provisions for vegetarians in this plan," she ...
Views: 3340(2 votes) - Organic, Natural Fed, Free Range Meat Vs. Factory Farmed Meat - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Christopher HallMany of us have been taught that meat is meat. But this is very far from the truth. There are a number of different practices used today to raise meat for consumption, and studies have shown that some are much healthier than others. The main difference is that some animals are raised free ...
Views: 3339 - Toma's Ideas On A Healthy Diabetic Diet - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2008 from Toma GrubbExcerpt from the book, 'Toma's Diabetic Diet, A laymans guide to controlling blood glucose with diet' If you are anything like I was when I was diagnosed, you want quick easy answers about what to eat and how to get healthy. I can tell you what works well for me, and others I have worked with, ...
Views: 3338 - Iodine And Prostate Health - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Kevin AgrawalIodine is an element in nature, found more common in the ocean than on land. It is an essential component of the thyroid hormones that are involved in the regulation of various enzymes and metabolic processes. Thyroid hormones regulate many key biochemical reactions, especially protein synthesis ...
Views: 3331(1 vote) - CHICKEN - Good, Bad and BBQ - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Irene PalmerCOOKING CHICKEN ON A BARBEQUE Have you had a bad chicken experience? Then read on. With a little care and knowledge, these bad experiences can be replaced with great, finger licking chicken fun. Here are some suggestions that, if adhered to, should make your chicken cooking experience much ...
Views: 3328 - Bone-Healthy Muffin Recipe - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsINGREDIENTS · 2½ cups whole-wheat pastry flour or gluten-free baking flour from garbanzo beans · ½ cup wheat bran · ½ cup whey protein powder · ¼ cup ground flaxseeds · 1 teaspoon baking soda · ¼ teaspoon baking powder · 2 teaspoons cinnamon · ½ teaspoon nutmeg · 3 eggs · 1 cup xylitol · ¾ cup ...
Views: 3323 - Food for Thought - A Book Report - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Rev. Dr. Jude ArnoldFood for Thought - A New Look at Food and Behavior written by Dr.'s of Psychology, Saul and Joanne Miller published in 1979 by Prentice-Hall, New Jersey. How the right foods can help you reduce stress, increase strength, prevent disease, achieve sexual satisfaction and feel centered in mind and ...
Views: 3313 - Top Ten Vitamin B Foods - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Joe JohnsonMany conditions such as anemia, mania, depression or chronic fatigue may have a root cause deeper than you think. It is possible you are suffering from a Vitamin B-12 deficiency, even a slight one. Make sure you are eating the animal foods from our top ten list to get enough of this essential ...
Views: 3303(1 vote) - ***Nourishing and Tonifying Herbs - Vinegars - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2011 from Susun WeedMost herbalists, throughout history, have been fascinated with poisonous plants. This fascination, along with careful study, experimentation, and observation, has given rise to pharmacy - the use of concentrated poisons - on one hand, and to homeopathy - the use of diluted poisons - on the ...
Views: 3295(1 vote) - Natural Ways To Get Rid Of Digestive Problems - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Mark RosenbergSome of the most common complaints I get from patients centers around their digestive issues, especially in my over 40 patients. Seems things they used to be able to eat just don’t sit well with them anymore, or they are frequently bothered with constipation, gas, cramps, acid reflux, or ...
Views: 3277 - ***Health and Nutrition: Feeling the Effects of Food - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from Margaret PaulIf you are a junk food junkie or you often don't eat well and are unconcerned with health and nutrition, why is this? Everyday we read about or see on TV how sugar, soft drinks, many kinds of fats, fried foods, factory farmed foods, devitalized, packaged and processed food, pesticide laden food, ...
Views: 3272 - The importance of protein - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Yossarian FisherThe human body is said to be made of 60% of water and 40% of dry matter. Obviously water is important for the body. The second most important factor is protein as 40% of the body’s dry matter is protein. These are essential because they help the body to repair the loss due to wear and tear. ...
Views: 3269 - Positive Affirmations for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Thomas AllanCan positive affirmations really help to control weight loss and obesity? There is a lot of discussion on the topic, but this article hopes to answer the question and show how affirmations actually can help. Obesity is a serious problem that affects millions of people. People tend to eat in ...
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