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- Fermented Foods - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Joanne JacksonWhen we think of the word “fermentation” the first thing that usually pops into mind are images of beer and wine. However, fermented nutrients are also important for good health. Fermentation has been an important part of food preparation for centuries and numerous medical and scientific ...
Views: 2697(2 votes) - Alkaline Diet Huge Benefits for Diabetics - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Dan AlticOur Body Design and Diseases Human body iѕ slightly alkaline bу design. Tо hаvе іt function properly wе nеed tо keеp іt alkaline. Unfоrtunatеly mаnу оf thе millions оf metabolic reactions thаt assure оur body life produce acidic end-products aѕ wastes. Thіs effect іѕ amplified еsреcіally whеn ...
Views: 2690 - 95% Of Lead in the Body is Stored in our Bones! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Tom GourleyDid you know that 95% of lead in the body is stored in our bones? According to a study by Rabinowitz M. Published in Environmental Health Perspectives in 1991, lead can remain active in our blood stream for up to 90 days, but lead stored in our bones can remain active for decades. Concerns ...
Views: 2681(1 vote) - Weight Loss: Do I Have to Give Up Chocolate? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Khandee AhnaimuganMost people trying to lose weight, think that they have to cut out all the foods they love in order to achieve their goal. This is a terrible way to go about it, because it makes the whole experience unpleasant and so you are less likely to stick to it. The main question you should really ask ...
Views: 2674 - Lobster Tail: It's Worth The Splurge - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Popa WoolseyThere are a lot of people that would love to eat lobster tail more often than they do. The thing is though, most people assume that it is something that is too far out of reach when it comes to their grocery or dining budget. However, if you want to make sure that you are getting as many ...
Views: 2667(2 votes) - Magnesium & Brain Health - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat is the connection between magnesium and Brain Health? Studies have confirmed that better magnesium levels help protect brain tissue from the damage that can be caused by any head trauma. Magnesium acts as a natural calcium channel blocker, which makes it a principle nutrient for helping to ...
Views: 2665 - Is Visalus Or Glucerna Beneficial for Diabetics? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Richard OBrienIs Visalus Or Glucerna Beneficial for Diabetics? Visalus or Glycerna are both good for diabetics, but which one is best? I am a type 2 diabetic and have been for 15 years. The way to control or balance sugar is through diet. The problem occurs when you start taking medication for diabetes. ...
Views: 2662 - The Will Power Myth - by If you have been fighting the battle of the bulge for any length of time, you have undoubtedly been told to just suck it up and use a little bit of will power. If it were that easy, we wouldn't have an obesity epidemic in this country. In this article, we'll explore why using "will power" is ...
Views: 2660(1 vote) - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Cucumber - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Eric SmithThe humble cucumber if from the family Cucurbitaceae and is botanically recognised as Cucumis sativus. The cucumber is a popular plant used extensively as a fresh food as well as pickles. Cucumbers are a vine that can be grown along the ground or trained along a trellis or other structure ...
Views: 2647(1 vote) - One of the World's Healthiest Foods: The Magic of Kale - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Nwenna KaiThe kale vegetable is an amazing green food with an earthy flavor that has an abundant amount of benefits for the mind, body, and spirit. I used to wonder why I loved the green leafy vegetable so much as a child. Kale gave me the warm fuzzy feelings of comfort, cleanliness, and a sense of ...
Views: 2641(1 vote) - Sugar Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Rebecca CooperProven to be more addictive than cocaine, a closer look at Sugar may help to explain America’s rise in obesity, diabetes and the new focus on food addiction. A 2007 study (Lenoir, Serre, Cantin, Ahmed), found that intense sweetness surpasses cocaine reward even in addicted and drug-sensitized ...
Views: 2641(1 vote) - Body-For-Life Challenge Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaThe Body-for-LIFE Challenge is a 12-week healthy living contest based on proven principles in the best-selling book Body-for-LIFE by Bill Phillips, a former competitive bodybuilder. Participants track their progress and submit before and after photos. They are also asked to record their ...
Views: 2639(5 votes) - Irishman Walking (Stage 2 Chapter 2) -- On the Roads - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 2 began in the city of Noshiro, Akita Prefecture in the winter of 2009, and ended in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata four weeks later in January 2010. Last summer (2012), ...
Views: 2635 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Goji Berry - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Eric SmithGoji berries or more traditionally referred to as Wolfberries are from the Solanaceae family and of the Botanical genus of Lycium the most recognised species is barbarum (Lycium barbarum). The Goji Berry is a close relative of the Tomato and the Potato. The Goji Berry is known to fight the ...
Views: 2634 - How To Eat Fish To Benefit Your Health! - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Stacy WishnerMy patients and I are lucky. We live in an area surrounded by the ocean and several big lakes. Not only is it a beautiful environment but it is home to one of the best foods you can eat, fish, which is abundant here. There are many great fish restaurants in this area that are always packed with ...
Views: 2634 - What is the best natural treatment for arthritis? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat is the best naural relief for arthritis & Pain? I recommend using a natural supplement containing glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroiton, ginger and green tea which helps your body achieve an alkaline pH of 7.35 to reduce inflammation instead of using Cox II inhibitor medications with ...
Views: 2629 - Intermittent Fasting Triggers Stem Cell Regeneration & Fights Cancer - by Submitted on May 24, 2017 from Julie DohertyA recent study published Cell Stem Cell has discovered that intermittent cycles of prolonged fasting not only protects the body and brain against immune system damage This being a major side effect of chemotherapy — but has also been found to promote immune system regeneration, shifting ...
Views: 2627 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Alfalfa Grass - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Eric SmithAlfalfa grass is of the Genus, “Medicago” and the species is “satvia” it is from the Fabacea family of plants. Alfalfa grass can be used as high protein food for humans and livestock. It is recognised in agriculture as Lucerne. It is used as a stock feed and can be bailed for hay and used as ...
Views: 2623 - HOW TO PREPARE GROUNDNUT CHUTNEY - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Reema JainHOW TO PREPARE GROUNDNUT CHUTNEY Peanut chutney is the usual accompaniment of breakfast dishes such as Upma, Pongal, pesarattu, Dosa, Vada and my house, so prepare peanut chutney quite often. Also an adequate substitute for coconut chutney. Fresh coconut is an essential thing here in Ohio, ...
Views: 2623 - 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) - Stretching Techniques to Grow Taller – Exercises to Increase Height - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Phillip TomNobody is ever pleased with his or her present height. We all desire that we could increase in height a little bit than it is at present. This is most likely for the reason that being taller gives you a feeling of superiority and physical intimidation. It as well boosts confidence in men. And ...
Views: 2607(1 vote) - Natural Treatments That Can Balance Hormones and Prevent Adult Acne - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Colleen MeheenAcne is often thought of as an adolescent issue for teens that can be grown out of over time, yet more and more cases of adult acne are being reported, and those suffering are feeling the weight of what this sickness creates when untreated and left to linger over time. To break it down, acne is ...
Views: 2596 - MonaVie Is The Fastest Growing Company In The Marketing History Of Direct MLN Industry. - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2011 from Dhanabir Singh ThokchomMonaVie is a 5 STAR Business Opportunity. It is the fastest growing company with billions of sales in the 1st 2 years. It is a record breaking experience in the 100 years MLN history of direct sales industry. MonaVie Fruit Juice is unique and has a Universal Appeal. It is a scientifically ...
Views: 2590(1 vote) - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Radish - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Eric SmithThe Radish is a quick growing vegetable cultivated in many areas around the world. From the Brassicaceae family, which includes the Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, Broccoli and Cauliflower, the Radish is botanically recognised as Raphanus sativus. There are several varieties of radishes grown for ...
Views: 2588(1 vote) - Endive: Nutrition and health benefits - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneLeafy greens are a staple of healthy eating. Leafy greens are available in a large variety including spinach, kale, chard and even dandelion. Leafy greens are praised for their health benefits, and to optimize your health you should enjoy them daily. Endives are another leafy green which can ...
Views: 2585 - 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) - Why Do Children Lose Their Appetite? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Brent P CullenIf you have kids like the most of us, the one thing that we all worry about from time to time is the common problem of appetite loss. This causes a lot of worry from parents all over the world. There are kids out there who do not want to eat no matter what time of the day it is and there are ...
Views: 2577(1 vote) - The Best Snack Foods to Help Lose Weight - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from sarah labdarSnacking is a way to keep your appetite under control in between meals. When you go without food for long periods of time your metabolism slows down, your body craves carbohydrates to use for a much needed energy boost. When it comes time to finally eat it’s hard to consciously choose healthy ...
Views: 2566 - 5 Reasons Why Alcohol Makes You Less Attractive - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThere is no getting away from the fact that many people get excited by the prospect of finishing work on a Friday and going down the pub. I hear you say “many times alcohol consumption makes people look more attractive!” in the short term this may be true, however In South Wales and ...
Views: 2563 - Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eating - Chickpeas - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Eric SmithHistorically Chickpeas have been used almost since recorded time began. They have recorded uses of Chickpeas in Italy and Greece since the Bronze Age. Chickpeas are believed to be one of, if not the oldest cultivated vegetables. There is evidence to suggest Chickpeas were used as far back as ...
Views: 2563 - The Bread Problem - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Bette DowdellPeople used to call bread “the staff of life.” But those days seem to be gone forever. Bread is now a problem of life. Let me count the ways. • Celiac disease: Caused by an intolerance to gluten–part and parcel of grains–celiac disease gets diagnosed a lot as irritable bowel syndrome, ...
Views: 2562 - Flat Belly Diet Success and Nutrition in Dieting - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Cadrian SolarisThe search for perfect flat belly diet is extremely popular in the world and most of those who practice it are people who want to remove excess fat from their abdomen - of course. In addition to the melting of fat in the aforementioned area, combined with adequate exercises can help a lot in ...
Views: 2553 - 8 Easy Habits for a Longer Life - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Lynn Baer, M.A.We all want to live longer, healthier lives. The good news is that some small precautions and habits can have a huge impact on your wellness and longevity. You might be pleasantly surprised that you are already doing some of these health-boosting activities every day! 8 Surprising Habits That ...
Views: 2552(4 votes) - Natural Stress Relief with Vitamin C - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Richard JensenYou probably already know about the importance of vitamin C in boosting or supporting a healthy immune system, but you may be surprised to learn that there are several studies suggesting it may also be useful in helping us cope with stress, as well as being a natural antihistamine. Many ...
Views: 2552(7 votes) - Water & Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantHere's how to figure out the right amount of water you need to drink daily to stay completely hydrated. You need to drink half of your body weight in ounces daily. Let's say you weight 200 lbs. You will need 100 oz. of water. Divide 100 oz. by 8 oz (a size of a glass) you get 12. You need to ...
Views: 2548(1 vote) - ***Problems with Today's Modern Diet - by Submitted on May 02, 2014 from Mike CaldwellWhen I talk about the problems with today’s modern diets, the statement could be interpreted in any of 3 different ways. 1) I could be speaking about the type of diet that restricts in some way things that you eat with the goal of losing weight. UCLA did a meta-study though that proved the ...
Views: 2532 - TURMERIC: What is it & Why Use It? - by Submitted on May 15, 2010 from Howard SadowskyTurmeric is not only tasty & colorful, it’s healthy! Turmeric is a spice, in the same family as ginger, cardamom & zedoary. Turmeric contains circumin: recently shown effective in the fight against osteoarthritis, breast cancer, & Alzheimer's Disease. Turmeric is reasonably priced. You can buy a ...
Views: 2526(3 votes) - Beans, Beans, the Magical Fruit - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Lisa BakerBeans are actually part of a family called legumes. This also includes lentils and peas of various kinds. Beans are low-glycemic, high-fiber, high-protein, and packed with very important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. However, canned beans have been cooked and processed, and often ...
Views: 2523 - ***Diet You Can't Cheat On! - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromSpend two weeks deep in thought about what your favorite foods are. All your favorite foods. Including junk foods, alcohol . . . think, think, because we don't eat our favorite foods just like we don't live the life we would prefer. Example: You love canned pineapple, but classify it as a ...
Views: 2521(3 votes) - Beat the Flu: Nutrition to Increase Your Immune Response - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallNutrition to Increase Your Immune Response Garlic Fresh garlic contains allicin, a sulfur-bearing substance that acts as a natural antibiotic in addition to being a potent antioxidant. You can use garlic in cooked vegetables, sauces, soups, and stews. The trick is not to cook the garlic, ...
Views: 2518(8 votes) - ***Zucchini-from-Hell, a Heavenly Recipe for Them - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromWhere I live, in the dead of night people whose gardens have produced many of those monster zucchini will sneak onto the doorsteps of their neighbors and leave them. Here is a recipe to make easy and fantastic use of one or more of the monsters. Got a steamer? If not put a colander or large ...
Views: 2512(6 votes) - 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) - The Healthy Vitamins for Women That You Should Be Taking - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Xylene BelitaSince there are vitamins for men, then there are also healthy vitamins for women. In fact, the multivitamins for women are differently formulated than the regular multivitamins and those that are especially made for men. Experts and clinicians alike have created multivitamins for women with ...
Views: 2512(1 vote) - Can Our Schools Cause Attention Deficit Disorder? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Nina AndersonThe symptoms of A.D.D./A.D.H.D. are often triggered by environmental factors and dietary regimes. Children are being labeled with Attention Deficit Disorder, Hyperactivity and Learning Disabilities in ever increasing numbers. Drugs are being administered profusely to reduce the behavioral ...
Views: 2511 - Tulsi Tea – Naturally Cures Many Health Disorders - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Dmytro FedosevTulsi tea is a very popular tea known for its medicinal properties. Tulsi leaves are also used for seasoning in traditional food items in Thailand and India. This herbal tea is very popular not just in South Asian countries but also throughout the world. In Ayurveda, the medicinal power of this ...
Views: 2511 - Health benefits of lychee - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe’re all pretty familiar with healthy tropical fruits. From pineapples to mangoes these delicious wonders are not only good, but good for us. But you may be missing out on another tropical fruit which is also offering a boost to your health. Originally grown in Southern China, this superfood ...
Views: 2506 - The Big Fat Lie about Cholesterol - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Karen BentleyCholesterol has a long, unhappy reputation as a bad, unhealthy substance in our diets. The basic theory is that if you eat foods with high dietary cholesterol, you’ll end up with a lot of cholesterol floating around in your blood, which clogs your arteries and increases your risk of heart ...
Views: 2505(1 vote) - 3 Simple Diet Recipes - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Tony SchwartzIn today’s fast-paced earth it is challenging for anyone to consume healthful, it seems like no one has the time to sit down and consume a excellent, nutritious meal. This really is becoming a national crisis as our persons reap the consequences of a fast-food earth, with 30% of Americans ...
Views: 2504 - Zinc Health Benefits - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Dawn RowlettZinc, found in the body, is a very important trace element that we can't live without. Some zinc is found in the body's proteins. Another type is secreted from many different cells in our body. It's necessary for the metabolic activity of enzymes that deal with the metabolism of protein, ...
Views: 2504 - Paleo Ground Beef Recipes - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Gail ColePaleo recipes allow fresh meat, poultry and fish. Ground beef is a versatile meat used in Paleo Recipes. Ground beef is finely chopped beef. Beef is grounded in a mincer. Any part of the beef can be used but chuck steak or round steak is frequently used. Ground beef is a less expensive cooking ...
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