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- Foods to Avoid When Pregnant - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Cade LennoxAs a pregnant woman, there are so many to do lists and tasks that you need to get accomplished. From making sure that your purchase a firm enough baby mattress for your newborn to supplying the nursery with enough diapers, it seems like there is so much to do in a single day and not enough time ...
Views: 1421(1 vote) - Foods to Detox the Body - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from sarah labdarAs toxicity has become a growing concern within our society the need for detox has grown greater. With newer, stronger chemicals in the air, water, drugs, medications and foods the risk for exposure is much greater than it was in the past. Other factors such as lifestyle also lead to the risk of ...
Views: 1123(1 vote) - Foods to Eat That Will Give You A Better Body - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2017 from Kadir TUNCELNutrition topped up with exercise are preferable together than either alone. This will require most people to start counting calories in their diet. Getting a better body as well as losing weight can be a target set for every individual. The first thing to do is to become educated about daily ...
Views: 1107(2 votes) - Foods to Eat to Eat Clean - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Daryl LawsQuestion: You talk about eating clean, and good foods that are healthy to eat, but what exactly are some of the foods that you recommend and why? Answer: Let's break the foods down for you starting with good protein sources. Eggs are an easily digestible source of protein that delivers ...
Views: 710(1 vote) - Foods We Should Cook With - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Stacy WishnerLiving a healthy lifestyle is one of the most important things you can do to slow down the aging process. This includes eating whole foods, exercising daily, not smoking, and keeping alcohol consumption to a minimum. Maintaining a healthy weight is right up there too for protecting your body ...
Views: 713(1 vote) - For the Love of our Children - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Rose-Anne TurunenWe are the voice of our children and we need to take personal responsibility to find all potential solutions for their best health and well-being. When we embark on this wonderful journey of parenthood, there are so many questions and unknowns — when our children get born with special needs, ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - Four Healthy Foods That Can Be Incorporated Into Any Diet! - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2013 from Alvin ChuaMany people often link healthy food with being tasteless, as well as unappetizing. However, just because some foods are healthy does not mean it cannot be delicious too. The following are descriptions of four healthy foods which are nutritious and tasty as well! The first food I am going to ...
Views: 645(1 vote) - Four Vitamins you'll need for healthy hair - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from D R Mosher1. Vitamin A Vitamin A contributes a big part in producing sebum. Without having it you'll have dry hair, dandruff and also a thick scalp. All associated with those symptoms could potentially cause you hair loss. First and second hand smoke, along with aspirin and quite a few prescribed frugs ...
Views: 869(2 votes) - Fruit and Veggies Do’s and Don’ts - by Submitted on May 01, 2016 from Bonnie GillerApril showers bring May flowers – which means more fruits and veggies! Between Earth Day, Garden Week, Zucchini Bread Day, Mushroom Day, and Garlic Day, April was jam packed with opportunities to make the most out of your produce and your health. And now that it’s May, we can enjoy this season’s ...
Views: 1239(1 vote) - Fruits & Vegetables to Lower Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Lisa NelsonAccording to telephone survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention we are eating even fewer fruits and vegetables than we were 10 years ago. Why worry so much about fruit/vegetable intake? Fruits and vegetables have a direct impact on health and rising health care ...
Views: 1211(2 votes) - Fruits And Nuts Keep Fats At Bay! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2013 from Alvin ChuaObesity is becoming a big problem for many people worldwide, and is especially prevalent in western countries. Increasingly more people are dying from obesity related health problems, such as diabetes and high cholesterol! Luckily, there are a number of ways to reduce these excess fats and the ...
Views: 565(1 vote) - Fruits and Vegetables for Winter Time Nutrition - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from Lisa NelsonFruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients you need to promote heart health, such as vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, folate, fiber, and even calcium. However, winter can often make eating vegetables daily more difficult. Here are several great choices you can access easily during the winter ...
Views: 1442(1 vote) - Gamma Radiation Groceries - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2010 from Dr. Alicia ArmitsteadYou don’t smell it; you don’t taste it, but it’s approved as an additive by the FDA. It’s called irradiation and is used on fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, wheat, eggs, herbs, and spices. Irradiation is a “cold sterilization” process involving gamma rays from nuclear material, x-rays ...
Views: 1779(3 votes) - Genetic Impact on your Caffeine Consumption - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2020 from Sushant KumarA warm cup of coffee is a part of daily routine for most people across the world. As daylight saving fights with our sleeping patterns, most of the folks in the U.S run to grab a cup of coffee to kill that drowsiness. However, in case of some individuals, even a small amount of caffeine is ...
Views: 585(1 vote) - Get Integrative Health – it’s all about balance - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2017 from Soli SethiIntegrative Healing Center is known for their best service in Thermography, Breast thermography, Vitamin drips, Holistic health, Functional medicine , Integrative medicine, Nutrition, Weight loss. The get integrative health also provides Medical Nutrition Therapy. Also having strong Detox ...
Views: 998(1 vote) - Get the Lead Out! Could There Be Lead in Your Calcium Supplement? - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Michelle RodulfoPeople who take high doses of natural source calcium could be placing themselves at high risk for cumulative lead toxicity according to research conducted by the University of Arizona. While calcium itself has virtually no toxicity, there is evidence that natural source calcium supplements - ...
Views: 993(2 votes) - Getting a Great Children's Doctor - Pediatrician Search - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2017 from Angelina ClaireIn the event that you simply had an infant, you are likely experiencing an energizing time. Alongside purchasing a den, selecting attire, adorning the infant's room, and picking the child's name, one thing that is key is the determination of a specialist. Pediatrician experts are essential for ...
Views: 726(1 vote) - Getting Enough Calcium Into Your Bones? Ten Facts You Need to Know! - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from Dr. Vittoria RepettoA while back, a fellow member of an e-mail list serve that I belong to, asked the following: "What do you take for calcium if you are not getting enough from diet. I used to take Tums, but now I heard that they don't do anything. Any suggestions" I said there are 10 facts you need to know in ...
Views: 1865(2 votes) - Getting Serious about the Food you are Eating: 7 Days to Renewed Energy & Vitality - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Julie DohertyWelcome to Week 6- Where we are Getting Serious about the Food you are Eating: Any one who knows me well, knows that I cannot emphasize this enough to you. It is the very Foundation to you being free from ill-health and disease. What you need to know! I have given you guidelines ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - Getting The Perfect Ovens For Your Kitchen - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Annie DeakinFinding the perfect ovens to do all the baking and cooking in your home can vary depending on the style of your decor or even the type of cooking you need to do. While there are many colors, most will come in basic black and white or sandstone and stainless and will fit into any kitchen ...
Views: 875(1 vote) - Ginger Shrimp - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from chad tackettServings: 4 Ingredients: 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 2 pounds shrimp, ...
Views: 758(1 vote) - Glaucoma: Natural Medicine Factors - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Glen SwartwoutNutrition in Glaucoma The first step in developing a good balanced foundation for your nutritional program is to begin with a broad spectrum multi-vitamin and mineral supplement. A multiple to be used by someone with glaucoma should have both vitamin A and beta carotene according to some ...
Views: 14178(1 vote) - Gluten Sensitivity & celiac disease - what's the big deal? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Nadya KingIsn't bread the staff of life? Is 'Gluten Free' just a fad? What's the big deal?? More & more people now realize that eating foods containing gluten (wheat, rye, barley & most oats) can cause major health problems! Since gluten containing grains are inexpensive fillers, they make their way ...
Views: 2106(1 vote) - Glycemic Index - Why You Should Pay Attention to It - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Dr. Nathalie BeauchampThe Glycemic Index (GI) of a carbohydrate source is an important factor to take into consideration. Entire books have been written on the subject and I will not attempt to go into great detail, but here is the “gist” of it. The Glycemic Index shows the various rates at which a carbohydrate ...
Views: 1578(3 votes) - Going Organic, Is It Worth The Bother - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2013 from Richard ClarkeMy parents told me, once upon a time all food was naturally organic, then “they” (the 'evil' food companies) started using pesticides and preservatives and they said “you can eat fruit all year round” and “this stuff is better because it lasts longer”, and charged us more for it. Now they ...
Views: 1800(2 votes) - Going With The Grain - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Joanne JacksonFor thousands of years now, hearty whole grains have been the basis of the human diet. As a matter of fact, one of the definitions of the word “meal” is: “coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse” Put another way, ground grain. Whole grains are an ...
Views: 1276(1 vote) - Good Housekeeping For Your Body - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2014 from Richard ClarkeThrough life as a personal trainer and health coach people often look up to me and see me as a role model when it comes to exercise and healthy eating. People often ask me questions like what do I have for breakfast, what do I do in the gym every day, why don't I ever fall off the 'health wagon' ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Good Nutrition is vital especially if you workout! - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Robin GhilinoWhen we workout it is so important to have the nutrients from healthy food running through our bodies to counteract the free radical damage that we are in addition putting our bodies through while working out. Exercise and bodybuilding can greatly increase free radicals! Not the news we ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - Good Trans Fats Vs. Harmful Trans Fats - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Brenda StewartSynthetic trans fats are amongst the most prevalent toxins within our food supply; but most are not aware that beneficial natural and organic trans fats actually do exist. I'm going to reveal a little something today that many of individuals have likely never been told... that there is a ...
Views: 1590(2 votes) - Got Milk? If So, Dump it! - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Akilah SchäferBefore I begin to discuss the importance of not drinking cow’s milk, I ask that if anyone believes that this article is in anyway false, please fell free to do your own research and challenge this issue. I guarantee that you will not only find information that supports this article, but you will ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - Great Foods For Losing Belly Fats! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2013 from Alvin ChuaThe problem of obesity is spreading at a very quick pace! Obesity is not an individual problem in itself. Along with it, it usually brings along various heart ailments and other harmful diseases. The main reason behind obesity is the lack of regular exercise and bad food habits. Normally, most ...
Views: 635(1 vote) - Great Foods To Eat For Quick Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2013 from Alvin ChuaDo many people tell you that you need to starve yourself in order to burn fats and lose those excess pounds? That is a blatant lie as there are some foods to eat for fast weight loss. You can indeed burn the excess fats by eating certain kinds of foods. I know it seems unbelievable at first, ...
Views: 645(1 vote) - Green is Good for You! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Ann MusicoA client of mine called me today. She has been taking spirulina capsules in place of a multi as I suggest. She noticed when she ran out of them, not only did she have less energy, but she began craving sugar. Now that may just be how it affects her, but I thought it was very interesting. ...
Views: 1455(1 vote) - Green Is Not Only For St Patrick's Day! - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Iris Rosenfeld, DCGREEN IS NOT ONLY FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY WEAR YOUR GREENS DAILY!!! NUTRITIONAL POWERHOUSES Profile for relatively small portions of these six popular green foods, courtesy of the Food and Drug Administration (Note: DV=recommended daily value based on 2,000 ...
Views: 1119(1 vote) - Green Smoothies vs Unhealthy Eating Habits - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2010 from Trina ClearyChallenged by your own or your kids' unhealthy eating habits? Green smoothies could be your new best friend. The positive impacts of the green smoothie craze sweeping my family and friends are as welcome as they are surprising. Unhealthy eating habits are being displaced by a new addiction; ...
Views: 1386(4 votes) - Growing Vegetables in Containers - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from sophie timmermans-delvesIf you’ve ever wanted to grow your own vegetables but didn’t think your garden was big enough, think again! Most vegetables can be grown easily and successfully in planters and containers on your patio or yard without the need for the tedious digging or the risk of soil pests associated with ...
Views: 1054(1 vote) - Have you ever considered changing to vegetarian? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleySince we are amidst a food revolution in this country as well as many countries around the world I am excited to switch to a diet of all vegetables, fruits, and nuts. To voice my disapproval to the FDA for putting their dirty hands into our food system I will be vegetarian from this day forward. ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - Having Your Greens The Easy Way – Broccoli In A Pill. - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from Bryan JonesMost people know that eating green vegetables is good for us. Broccoli is one of those 'greens' that we all know is very healthy. However we also have tastebuds that influence our diet, and each of us a range of responses to broccoli, from love it, can eat it sometimes, to just can't stand it. ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - Healing Childhood Eczema Naturally - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2012 from Lori LewisA newborn baby would start life with the first meal being golden colostrum from a mother’s breast. This is the first milk thick, rich and full of antibodies that provide the newborn baby with essential protection against bacteria and viruses. Breastfeeding has huge advantages for the baby ...
Views: 2512(1 vote) - Healing with Antioxidants - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Bill CoverYou hear the term antioxidants all the time. You know you need them. But, what exactly are antioxidants? What are antioxidants? Simply put, antioxidants help prevent damages to your cells. They neutralize free radicals. Think of free radicals as toxic pushers, they go around to other cells ...
Views: 2584(1 vote) - Health Advantages Of Supergreens- Part II - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Stacy WishnerWhen it comes to staying healthy, I advise my patients to shop in the produce section of their local supermarket. There they will find all the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that protect and repair cells from damage caused by free radicals. It is believed that veggies hold the key to ...
Views: 693(1 vote) - Health Advantages Of SuperGreens-Part I - by Submitted on May 04, 2010 from Stacy WishnerDid you eat your veggies today? For some people the answer to this question is a resounding yes! While others find it hard to force down two veggies a day never mind the 5-9 servings recommended by leading health experts. Vegetables are vital to your good health, especially the dark green, ...
Views: 905(1 vote) - Health Care Services - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Mike SloughThere are many health services and a proper range of health care services needs to be provided under a proper healthcare system. The United States does not have the best health care services in the world but it can be said that it has the best emergency care system around the globe. The fact ...
Views: 609(1 vote) - Health Diet - Controlling Bipolar Mood Disorders by Modifying Your Diet - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Candice McInnesBy changing to the bipolar diet [designed for people with a Bipolar disorder] you can stabilize your mood and prevent mood swings, another bonus of this diet is weight loss and increased energy levels. What is Bipolar disorder? This is a condition involving cycles of depression, elation ...
Views: 2022(1 vote) - HEALTHFUL TIPS: Get Educated NOT Medicated - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Daniel ClementineHello again, Many of us think we are healthy and well by our lifestyles. Yet of the many hundreds of clients I have seen in my profession, only a few tell me their daily nutrition and appear to be on track, however even fewer of these are telling me 100% of the daily nutrition and wonder weeks ...
Views: 1359(1 vote) - HEALTHFUL TIPS: Holistic Weight Management - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Daniel ClementineDear valued reader, I would like to bring your mind back to a time when, if we were overweight we would go to the gym, walk around the block every afternoon and take up a social sport as well as watch what we ate. NOT ANY MORE this trend seems to be just that, something you do as it gets ...
Views: 1122(2 votes) - Healthy alternatives to salt - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Yvette LaboySalt is in almost everything you eat. Salt in small quantities is necessary for life, the issue is when we use huge quantities of salt and eat many processed foods that use loads of salt to mask poor ingredients. Salt (Sodium) is one of the primary electrolytes in the body. All four cationic ...
Views: 2607(1 vote) - Healthy Burger and Chips - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI may have surprised you with the healthy burger and chips title. Healthy burger and chips? Is that possible. This isn’t even one of my cheat meals. This is just a healthy burger and chips recipe that I wanted to share with you, honestly it's delicious! One of the top reasons ...
Views: 1486(1 vote) - Healthy Food Ideas to Stay Fit - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Sean BarkerIf your training hard in the gym and looking to build muscle, lose body fat, or all of the above; you realize how important it is to feed your body the right healthy food at the right times. Then people say, "I don't have time to cook 4-6 times a day!" Well, with the right amount of planning, ...
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