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- The Lemon Detox Diet - What's In It For Me? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2010 from Zara BuckleyIf you are a person who is in the market for a method to help you lose weight in a short period of time you may have investigated the lemon detox diet. This is actually a fast that substitutes a lemon drink for food. Many people have tried it and sing its praises but observers inside mainstream ...
Views: 1028 - Some Ways To Naturally Detox Your Body - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2010 from Zara BuckleyThe elimination of toxins is a job your body is engaged in all the time. The trouble is we often feel that we are clogged up with the foreign matter we ingest disguised as food. Not to mention the stuff that's in the air. Doctors tell us that if we leave the detoxing process to the organs in our ...
Views: 792 - Cut Sugar and Lose Weight Fast - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2010 from John PhillipAmericans consume 156 pounds of sugar for every man, woman and child each year, and this number is continuing to grow at an alarming rate. The vast majority doesn’t come from the sugar jar, but is conveniently hidden in foods you may never suspect. Sugar, and its evil cousin high fructose corn ...
Views: 2529(1 vote) - The Best Fat Loss Plans for Postpartum Moms - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Isabel De Los RiosThe nine months just flew by and now you are rocking your new bundle of joy to sleep. You are happy that you have given birth to a healthy baby, but are aware that your body has gone through drastic changes. While you know that it’s just “baby weight,” you can’t help but peruse the various fat ...
Views: 2427 - The Side Effects Of Detoxification - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Zara BuckleyA change is as good as a holiday and if the change is a detox diet you will need to take some time off to do the job properly. The side effects of detoxing should not be taken lightly. Even a brief detoxification period is a major change in your life. Before you begin a detoxing program see ...
Views: 2174(1 vote) - Go Green this Summer and Smooth Out! Nutritional Health Tips for Those Hot Summer Days… - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Ronda LaRueOK so it has taken me this long (40 some years) – and well into menopause, midlife crisis, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, and depression – to finally GET IT: Want to feel good again? Check this out…. If you’re like me and millions of others seeking health and wellbeing, you’ve probably ...
Views: 1501(3 votes) - Are Detox Diets A Fad? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Zara BuckleyAre detox diets a fad? The main ideas behind detoxification are based on halting the digestive process to aid the elimination of toxins. So if detoxing interests you, choosing a fasting program will be the next step. Of course this means you will be leaving your comfort zone for parts unknown. ...
Views: 795 - We’re Not Paying Enough Attention To Nutrition - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Cheryl IchelAs parents, we work hard to give our children every possible advantage in life. Yet too often we don't have the time (or don't make the time) to look after their nutritional health. We're too busy. We don't completely understand what eating right means ourselves. And we're battling some pretty ...
Views: 983(3 votes) - Get Over It – "Adapt" to Lactose Intolerance - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Sandy MalekI have a confession to make. I'm lactose intolerant. I made up a "white lie" about already having plans to see a movie with friends when you asked me to come over for dinner on Friday night. The truth is, I can't trust myself to enjoy a nice dinner without racing to the bathroom afterwards. ...
Views: 800 - B Complex - How they Help Your Brain, Blood and Body - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Dorota AntosikThe B Complex Vitamins are some of the most important vitamins your body can recieve. There are in actuality 9 different B vitamins, which is why it is called a complex. They range from B1 - B7 and also B9 and B12. As you will see, most of your bodies systems need some form of B vitamin to ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Summertime Endurance - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2010 from Joanne JacksonSports and power drinks become increasingly popular during this time of year with more and more people spending time outdoors. Whether we are working in our yards and gardens, exercising, participating in sporting events, or working in the heat, there comes a time when we feel hot, tired and ...
Views: 1501(2 votes) - Cheating on Your Diet - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2010 from Cory HollyMany nutrition experts actually promote a lifestyle of dietary cheating as a means of release, provided it is controlled, planned and monitored. Others say not to get hung up on the right and wrong of nutrition, that food is just fuel for the fire, and that ultimately, it’s just not that ...
Views: 2096(1 vote) - Lose Weight and Keep it Off - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from John PhillipMany people understand the basic mechanics of weight loss – reduce calories and increase physical activity. If the solution is that simple, why has the number of overweight and obese individuals swollen to nearly three-quarters of the US adult population? The answer is far from simple, but ...
Views: 1478(2 votes) - 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: 3576(7 votes) - Go Green this Summer and Smooth Out! Nutritional Health Tips for Those Hot Summer Days… - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Ronda LaRueOK so it has taken me this long (40 some years) – and well into menopause, midlife crisis, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, OK so it has taken me this long (40 some years) – and well into menopause, midlife crisis, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, and depression – to finally GET IT: Want to ...
Views: 2292(5 votes) - Can You Achieve Fast Effective Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from Michelle LutzCan you really achieve fast effective weight loss? Well if you like to watch shows like the Biggest Loser you can appreciate that fast weight loss is viable, but it takes tons of challenging work and dedication. If you are trying to lose weight, then in the beginning you need to understand ...
Views: 924(4 votes) - Distance Healing - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Kyle LucasWould you believe that it is possible to be healed even via telephone or online? Are you the type of person who consistently encounters different aches and pains in the body due to stress? If you are this type of person then it is pretty sure that you have had bouts with different types of ...
Views: 871(1 vote) - The Yuen Method - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2010 from Kyle LucasDon’t you wish that at times when you are having some discomforts in the body that you can just get rid of it quickly? People tend to get stressed all the time and this leads to occasional body pains and even headaches that can become a nuisance for you. Since we have work or school every day, ...
Views: 1383(1 vote) - Alzheimer's Disease Prevention Stratagy - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2010 from John PhillipAlzheimer’s disease now affects more than 5 million Americans, and research projects that number will triple to more than 15 million by 2050. This dreaded memory-robbing disease is feared more than any other disease by most people, as it hits at the core of our being, stealing treasured ...
Views: 1609(1 vote) - Learn To Beat Anxiety Naturally - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2010 from Jaime HeidelAs somebody who has struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for fifteen years, I understand what you’re going through. The first time I ever had a panic attack, I thought I was dying. The worst part about panic attacks is when you’ve had one you’re always afraid you’re going to have another ...
Views: 9314(11 votes) - Vinegar, Muscle Cramps, Blood Sugar and Acids - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Karen VaughanThe New York Times just published an article indicating that pickle juice (made of salt, vinegar and spices) was helpful at relieving muscle cramps. In a very small trial, 10 men exercised until dehydrated then were electrically stimulated until they cramped, and were given either pickle juice ...
Views: 7250(2 votes) - Acknowledging what you *have* done - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Karen KnowlerOne of the things I see all too often in health seekers, including my past self, is the (negative) focus on what hasn't been done or achieved with body/health/weight as opposed to what has. It is so easy to forget as we focus on moving forward how far we have already come, how many strides ...
Views: 790(1 vote) - Permanent Weight Loss – Lose Weight and Keep It Off - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from John PhillipOver the past half century, Americans have experienced a metabolic pandemic, leading to a nearly 40% obesity rate among adults and risk of a shortened lifespan due to heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Researchers believe that the current generation of children and young adults will the ...
Views: 2015(2 votes) - Why Grow Wheatgrass - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Trav jonesThere are ways to refresh and rebuild your body's health and immunity without venturing toward pharmaceuticals. There is a way to become vibrant and energetic without ingesting copious amounts of caffeine and sugars. There is a way to fight diseases without enduring rigorous treatments. The ...
Views: 975 - Is your acidic diet killing you? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaIs Your Acidic Diet Killing You? By Suzanne W. Dixon, MPH, MS, RD The idea that acid-alkaline balance in the body can affect health has been around for many decades. According to this theory, our modern American diet makes our bodies more acidic. A more acidic body, in turn, will lead to ...
Views: 2111(3 votes) - Top 10 Weight Loss Tips to Burn Fat - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from John PhillipAs the number of overweight and obese Americans approaches three-quarters of all adults, dropping those extra pounds becomes a serious objective of many who are concerned with their long term health. For most, losing weight and keeping it off is a lifelong battle made more difficult with ...
Views: 2006(1 vote) - Drink Milk When You're Lactose Intolerant? What the Research Says - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Sandy MalekIt may be logical to assume that if you are lactose intolerant you should avoid dairy products. Lactose, the main sugar in milk and dairy products, can cause digestive discomfort in people who lack the enzyme needed to process lactose. If drinking a glass of milk or eating a slice of cheese ...
Views: 911 - Algae, the World's Most Unappreciated Plant - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Matt CanhamIn salt water, algae is often referred to as sea weed, while in fresh water, algae is often harshly called "pond scum." We have a collective attitude problem towards algae, but as this article will show, your life depends on it. For something that is so significant to life as we know it, the ...
Views: 987 - 5 Steps to Lighten Your Summer BBQ - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from Sam EtkinWe are full swing into summer at my house. Lazy days at the pool, sipping icy lemonade while watching fireworks and BBQ's filled with family and friends are just to name a few summertime traditions. While many of our summertime activities revolve around enjoying the outdoors and grilling, it's ...
Views: 2961(7 votes) - Diabetes Prevention – Steps to Naturally Prevent Diabetes - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from John PhillipType 2 diabetes continues to reach epidemic levels in America, doubling the risk of stroke and sudden death from a heart attack. This insidious disease attacks the body’s vascular system, causing metabolic imbalances which reduce quality of life and increase mortality from all causes. New cases ...
Views: 1330 - 11 TIPS TO AVOID OVEREATING - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Anna AparicioSummer has oficially arrived! With good weather come skimpy clothes, ice cream and barbeques. The streets will be perfumed with the hunger inducing aroma of charcoaled sausages, chicken and burgers. Buns will come out too, together with salads and copious amounts of beer and wine. How can ...
Views: 3274(3 votes) - Got Cravings? How to Stop Them Controlling Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Nick Randallcraving (Krey-ving) - noun great or eager desire; yearning ……….sound familiar??? Almost everyone I know seems to be on a diet. They are changing their eating habits and making a concerted effort to cut out the bad things which were habitual and eat all the healthy things that they ...
Views: 1163 - The Chemical Threat: 9 Alarming Facts You Must Know - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaSummarizing a 240-page report1 in a few paragraphs isn’t possible, but one thing is clear. We simply do not know enough about the health effects of the tens of thousands of chemicals in widespread use today. Here’s why: Over 80,000 synthetic chemicals are approved for use in the US. Examples ...
Views: 2065(1 vote) - Why Some People are Lactose Intolerant - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Sandy MalekWe all start out drinking milk in one form or another. So why do so many of us seem to "grow into" lactose intolerance? Lactose intolerance, as you may know, results in the digestive discomfort that comes from consuming lactose, the sugar found in milk and dairy products. Most people in the ...
Views: 708 - Delicious Cat Cookie Recipes - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Alice pizaeBaking cat cookies is a fun and easy way to spoil your cat using healthy and tasty ingredients. Most cats enjoy an occasional extra morsel and with a few basic cat cookie recipes, turning out your next batch is just around the corner! And why buy treats when you have easy cat cookie recipes ...
Views: 2195(3 votes) - Please Don’t Super-Size Me - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2010 from Joanne JacksonThey may not refer to it as “super-sizing” anymore but the sizes of meals in the fast food chains are still pretty hefty. And in this day and age of economic slow-down, it’s easy to want more for your money. For a few extra cents, you can double the serving size of your French fries and soda ...
Views: 1607(1 vote) - 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: 2631(1 vote) - Easy to Make Banana Health Cookies Recipe - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2010 from Zoe D. WrightHere is a free Recipe for you to prepare in a few minutes. Learn what incorporating bananas into your healthy diet and lifestyle plans can do for you. Easy and Quick to prepare a healthy banana Recipie. Try this one and then come back in a day or two for another healthy recipe. 3 ripe ...
Views: 1221(1 vote) - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Is Food Combining the Right Diet For IBS? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Karen AlisonEver since Dr. Hay developed food combining back in the 1920’s as a diet to heal disease, he has had many enthusiastic followers including Suzanne Somers and Tony Robbins. However, as far as I know, neither the doctor nor the two celebrities has had IBS. Food combining has been popularized by ...
Views: 3205(2 votes) - All About Superfoods For Health - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Will TGRSuperfoods are foods that are very "nutritionally dense", and have added benefits to our health which come from "antioxidants" and "phytochemicals". We'll go over each of those terms in a bit more detail next. When a food is "nutritionally dense", it means that the food has high ...
Views: 959 - 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: 1273(1 vote) - How To Eat Right - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Tom FurmanHumans are designed to eat enough food to grow to maturity, reproduce, and die. The human body is flexible enough to deal with poor nutrition, adequate nutrition and excess nutrition. This is not to say there is not a balanced state of optimum nutrition. Unfortunately modern man is but a shadow ...
Views: 1052(1 vote) - Weight Loss Tips: Five Essential Steps - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from John PhillipMillions of Americans are looking for a weight loss plan which is easy to follow and will deliver results. The problem with most traditional weight loss diets is that they eliminate certain important food groups or require drastic lifestyle changes which can’t be maintained long term. The only ...
Views: 1256(2 votes) - Aspartame Is Poison - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from David OromanerArtificial sweeteners such as aspartame are marketed to the masses as the solution for calorie control and weight loss. Between the years of 1960 and 1976 the obesity rate in the United States remained stable at around 24 percent of the population. From 1976 to 2010 the obesity rate in the US ...
Views: 1342 - Building Muscle for the Hard Gainer – Top 6 Tips - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Nick RandallA Blessing and a Curse On the one hand you are blessed - You have never been able to gain weight, fat is simply not an issue. People tell you are lucky, that they wish they had a metabolism like yours. On the other hand you are cursed – You can't gain weight no matter what you try, coat ...
Views: 2253(3 votes) - Replenish Your Soul: Take Pleasure in Your Food! - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Lea HoustonSeveral years ago, my husband David taught a photography workshop at a small villa in southern Italy. Up early one morning, David drank his coffee with a couple of students while the owner prepared breakfast and sang operatic arias. The owner spoke passionately about love of food and family ...
Views: 1535(2 votes) - Good News about Sardines - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from jannah smithSardines are considered a favorite dish in some European and Asian countries like Spain, Portugal, Philippines and China respectively. But don't you know, we are eating these without noticing they are giving plenty of health benefits? Maybe you always buy this type of food that is available in ...
Views: 1100(4 votes) - Find the Right Fuel: Food, Acid Reflux, and IBS - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Roberta MittmanSo you've read my previous article about which foods are most likely to cause or aggravate your symptoms of acid reflux and IBS. You know the mechanics of your body's engine, your digestive system. And you know there are things you can do to take an active role in how your engine works. But ...
Views: 1342(2 votes) - Look Under the Hood: Causes and Solutions for Acid Reflux and IBS - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Roberta MittmanThink about the basic mechanics of your car. It has an engine that needs to run smoothly in order to keep all the other systems moving along. And most automotive hoses are designed to move fuel, air, wastes, and information in one direction only without blockages and mishaps. Well, your body ...
Views: 3286(3 votes) - 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 ...
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