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- Know Thy Enemy... - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Mark VaughanIn the battle for losing weight, you would be surprised in what you are up against. It really is a battle and as a big fan of Sun Tzu, I can say without question, information will be your biggest friend (and maybe your only ally). "Never yield to force; never yield to the apparently ...
Views: 982(1 vote) - The benefits of organic food help us to lose weight in many ways - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Acharya HargreavesThe most important benefits of organic food for losing weight fast are no pesticides, no GMO foods or genetically modified food and they are the easiest for us to digest. Organic food is the best way to go if we want to lose weight fast. It may be more expensive at first, but the benefits of ...
Views: 1030(1 vote) - My Halloween Love Affair - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Karen SchachterI don't know about you, but I love Halloween: the costumes, the creepiness, and yes. . . the candy. I admit, I have had a long-standing, passionate love affair with Reeses Peanut Butter Cups . . . in truth, it's probably been going on for almost 40 years and if I don't come clean, it could go ...
Views: 1043(1 vote) - Fish oil capsules - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from beth lustra30More and more advancement of science has led to the increase in acceptability of certain things such as the transformation of fish oil supplements into fish oil capsules. Well science has advanced a lot these days as it is always better to have capsules that to have supplements of anything ...
Views: 750(1 vote) - Dairy Free Diet and Lactose Free Diet Recipes - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Gail ColeThere is a difference between lactose intolerance and milk allergies. Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose. Milk allergy is an immune system disorder. In an case, both conditions require reduction or elimination of milk and milk produces. Dairy Free Diet and Lactose Free ...
Views: 1554(3 votes) - Healthy Kids' Snack Ideas: 6 Must-Pack Snacks for Moms on the Go - by If you're a mom on the go, you know how tempting it can be to hit the drive-thru or the vending machine when your kids' tummies start to growl.
But there are healthier and less expensive alternatives. To ward off last-minute munchies, keep a bag packed in your car or in your fridge with ...
Views: 1437(1 vote) - How to fight Arthritis in winter? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Ketty JohnsonArthritis is a joint disorder featuring inflammation and a joint is an area of the body where two different bones meet. The most people suffer with these types of arthritis annoys the arthritis and are the cold is damp, inflame arthritis and heat can irritate, and there is ...
Views: 2302(1 vote) - Too Many Treats? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Debi Silber, The Mojo CoachFirst, I hope you had a wonderfully fun Halloween and that your kids enjoyed dressing up and seeing all of their friends in costume. Now that the excitement has settled, you may be faced with a huge pile of candy and wondering what to do with it. Maybe you are thinking, "They're kids, it can't ...
Views: 1620(2 votes) - The Truth about Acai Berries and How to Avoid Scams. - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Cindy ClearyAcai berries have received a lot of media attention lately. Sensational ads and stories of weight loss, anti-aging and pain relief are all over the internet. The berries and their exotic promise of easy weight loss and instant vitality have been featured on mainstream television shows including ...
Views: 2101(1 vote) - MSG is the New Nicotine: What the Food Industry Does Not Want You to Know - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Allison BiggarMonosodium glutamate, also known as MSG, is a common food additive. It`s toxic and physically addictive. Fast food companies and other food manufacturers use MSG as a "flavor enhancer," so consumers will become "hooked" on their products and keep dishing out money for more. When people consume ...
Views: 1342(2 votes) - The Truth about Food: Why Irradiation is Not the Answer - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Allison BiggarIn a flagrant insult to both journalism and nutritional science, 20/20`s John Stossel heavily touted irradiation - exposing food to radiation in order to kill any microorganisms, bacteria, viruses, or insects that may be present in the food - as the only way to ensure the safety of our food ...
Views: 1189(4 votes) - Feeding the Gut: Three Excellent Food Products for the Abs - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Yossarian FisherA lot of regular gym buffs and body building experts will agree to the notion that the abs is one of, if not the most difficult muscle group to develop. It takes years of dedication and determination to get that 6-pack running, and maintaining it is no easy task at all. Another fact that most ...
Views: 1221(1 vote) - Prostate Nutrition: Helping to Restore a More Active Lifestyle - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalNot many men are aware that as they get older, their prostate ages as well. The prostate, situated behind the bladder, is part of the male reproductive system. For many men, an aging prostate can lead to severe lifestyle impediments. Simple things which were once taken for granted become a ...
Views: 857(1 vote) - Get The Most From Your Protein Intake - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from James HartGet The Most From Your Protein Intake! If you want to get the most out of your workouts you need a great nutrition plan. We all know that protein is important for muscle growth and a lean body composition but your intake throughout the day must be correct in order to get the most out of your ...
Views: 2047(1 vote) - 10 Tips: Eating Out and Staying Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Brendan McCarthyWith the array of restaurants available to us these days, dining out has become the norm rather than the exception. Gone are the days when going out to a restaurant was a unique event saved for special occasions with family or friends. Hectic lifestyles and busy schedules often make dining out a ...
Views: 1422 - Food and Your Mood - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Cynthia PerkinsWhat we eat has a significant impact on our mental state and can create profound psychological symptoms. It is not uncommon for people to notice things such as increased level of energy or mental alertness after eating sugar or caffeine. Most of us know that it is the tryptophan in our turkey ...
Views: 1621 - Alcoholism and Nutrition - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Cynthia PerkinsThe correlation between alcoholism and nutrition is a crucial one to understand. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies among alcoholics are numerous and pose a threat not only to sobriety, but the alcoholic's overall mental and physical health. To succeed in long-term recovery it is crucial to ...
Views: 1819 - Candida and Your Health - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Cynthia PerkinsDue mostly to the standard American diet, Candida is running rampant. Most people don't realize they have Candida as the symptoms associated with it vary. People may spend years trying to find out why they're fatigued, irritable, in pain, or one of many other symptoms. Without proper diagnosis, ...
Views: 1735 - Alcoholism and the Reward Pathway - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Cynthia PerkinsDespite what you may have thought, alcoholism, like all addiction, begins in an area of the brain called the reward pathway. The brain is composed of neurons that pass electrical and chemical signals across the brain's synapses. Neurons come in different shapes and sizes which enables them to ...
Views: 7572 - The Basics of Alcohol Addiction - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Cynthia PerkinsAlcohol addiction is a chronic brain disease characterized by the compulsive use of alcohol. The alcohol changes the brain both in structure and in how it works by disrupting the normal functions. These changes can be long term and lead to harmful behavior. Scientists began studying addictive ...
Views: 1662 - Women’s Health: Healthy Hormones, Eating Right & More - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Monika KleinClearly, we know women are different from men; however, when it comes to your health, just how different? From menstruation to menopause and beyond, we women are presented with a unique health experience. Whether its pregnancy, PMS, fatigue, or osteoporosis, often hormones are involved in a big ...
Views: 1414 - Essential Fatty Acids May Be The Key To Your Problems - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Stacy WishnerI often see patients who assume that forgetfulness, dry skin, impaired memory and other symptoms are just part of getting older. They’re surprised when I suggest that the lack of essential fatty acids may be at the root of their problems. Most of my patients have heard of essential fatty acids, ...
Views: 666 - The Human Longevity Diet For Increased Life Expectancy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Brian MIn recent years it has been noted by countless scientists and medical researchers that the food you eat (your diet) is extremely influential to human longevity. Various clinical studies have shown that that mice beat aging and live longer, healthier lives when they eat a diet that consists of ...
Views: 2497(2 votes) - The Causes of Bulimia - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Emile JarreauHonestly, the causes of bulimia are not entirely pinpointed. There are a number of different factors in modern society that contribute to the prevalence of all eating disorders, and bulimia nervosa is no exception. It is a very complicated disorder that has traits of both physical and ...
Views: 1014(1 vote) - Monsanto’s Toxic and Mutated World – Is Sugar Safe to Eat? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Byron RichardsIt should come as no surprise when a Monsanto product poisons the earth and our food. Our planet has never recovered from the forty-year Monsanto-led PCB contamination that was banned in the U.S. in 1977. To this day environmental PCBs continue to degrade into highly toxic furans and dioxins, ...
Views: 2150(3 votes) - 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: 3650(2 votes) - Taking Action to Overcome Challenging Times - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Gertrude LawlerClients often say to me, where do you get your energy from? How do you keep going? How can you be so inspirational all of the time? Where do you find the time to write articles, newsletters, follow up with people, do treatments, courses and much more? Well, I will be honest with you--my ...
Views: 887 - Fast Track Your Way Back To Health With The Power Of Fresh Juice - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Brendan McCarthyThe food we eat plays a major key as to how our body performs and holds fat. The majority of food we eat is processed or cooked so much that all the living enzymes inside the food are dead I call this type of food ‘Empty Foods’. We human-beings are living organisms and we need living enzymes ...
Views: 1427 - Healing Foods for Radiant Wellness - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Michelle SigurdsonNot only are natural healing foods one of the most wonderful and bountiful gifts supplied by Mother Nature, they also happen to have amazing healing qualities. Enjoy a natural health food diet and you are going to find yourself radiating good health and energy. This is especially helpful for ...
Views: 1305(4 votes) - Common Myths and Facts About Acne - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Josh MatnikThere are many different opinions which we may have concerning acne. Although we may all harbor these different ideas, we may not be in total agreement with the scientific facts. It is very important for you to educate yourself about the true, scientific facts about acne before you undergo any ...
Views: 833 - Barley Grass the Wonder Crop - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Gregory E WhiteFirst what is barley grass ? Barley grass (Hordeum vulgare) is the seedling of the barley plant. Although in the past, the grain of the barley was mainly used for in the production of beer, as a feed for stock and making flour. Researchers discovered the true nutrition of barley is in its ...
Views: 1051(1 vote) - Low Iron Can Cause Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Byron RichardsA new discovery about the need for iron in your brain stem (where pain registers) opens the door for an additional approach to chronic pain that may be of immense benefit to many people who are currently suffering. It has been proposed for a number of years that one cause of restless legs ...
Views: 9264(3 votes) - Inquiring Tastes Want to Know - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowWhy is it that more often than not you adore the foods that are not very helpful at supporting your health and wellness goals? Why do you seem to reach for many of the specific items that are not welcoming in the waist area, do absolutely nothing for your trim tummy and only leave you with ...
Views: 922(1 vote) - Understanding Hormones - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Bette DowdellTo most of us, talking about hormones means estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. True enough, they’re hormones, and we all have all of them. Men, women and children have them, in different proportions of course, but none of us can make it without all three working together. But these ...
Views: 1913(2 votes) - Nutritious Smoothie Ideas - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from James HartSome ideas for quick nutritious smoothies It can be hard to eat the right foods for your goal, especially if you have a busy lifestyle. Whether you need to fit in all those calories whilst bulking up or need to eat healthy foods without the calories when dieting there are some great meal and ...
Views: 1481(1 vote) - Dr. Corey's Top 10 Food List - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Corey SondrupDr. Corey Sondrup’s Top 10 Foods for Optimal Health All foods should be Organic, Hormone free, Pesticide free, Antibiotic and Steroid free! The Top 10 Foods are of the opinion of Dr. Corey Sondrup. Dr. Sondrup’s opinions are based on 13 years of clinical experience, along with cutting ...
Views: 1391(1 vote) - How To Keep Healthy During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Reeva JacksonStaying healthy and fit during pregnancy should be a woman's prime concern. This will help in the normal delivery and a healthy baby.Want to make sure that you do everything possible to have a healthy pregnancy? Here are a few tips to make sure your birth is flawless. There are so many ...
Views: 1085 - The Right Nutrients are Critical for Healthy Skin - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumYou may be familiar with some of the nutrients for healthy skin. They include the common antioxidants, the vitamins A, C and E. Others may come as a surprise. Here’s what you need to include in your daily diet to support your skin’s health. Let’s start with protein. Proteins are the ...
Views: 1420(7 votes) - Which Whey to Go - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Byron RichardsIn the world of dietary supplements and functional foods there are many choices in terms of product quality, and whey protein is no exception. This is especially true when a used-car sales pitch is used in an effort to make products look and sound far better than what is actually under the ...
Views: 2259(3 votes) - ***Why Enzymes are Essential for our Health - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Christine Dreher, CCN, CCHEnzymes are vital for our body and our health. Without enzymes produced by the body, you couldn’t live. Enzymes may be the forgotten digestive aid. Present in all live foods and secreted by the pancreas, enzymes assist the body in breaking down food and allowing you to properly utilize the ...
Views: 6156(9 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: 2665(8 votes) - Discover How To Use Yogurt For Treating Acne - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Luka MalgajAcne is an embarrassing onerous problem. It’s a skin disorder that results from the action of hormones on one’s sebaceous glands leading to clogged pores, (whiteheads and blackheads) and cysts outbreaks known as pimples. Acne can occur on your chest, back, neck, shoulders and worse of all on ...
Views: 2017 - The Top Ten Super Immunity Foods - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2009 from Lori Shemek, PhD, CLC, NCWe are exposed to viruses, bacteria, carcinogens, allergens, environmental toxins and more every single day of our lives.. We are surrounded by billions of bacteria and viruses and despite this fact, the human body is very adept at repairing itself..that is what it is designed to do. The immune ...
Views: 1224(2 votes) - BCAA Supplements for Muscle Recovery - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comIf you know anything about supplements and nutrition, then you should know that amino acids are the building blocks of protein. When the body consumes protein it is digested in the stomach and intestine as amino acids, which are absorbed into your blood stream. This is where BCAA Supplements ...
Views: 6498(1 vote) - Best Diet for Improving Fertility - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Jack PittThere is some debate as to whether the best natural sex supplements available can impact a couple’s ability to conceive. The overwhelming bet is that natural options tend to be preferable as they utilize what nature has to offer in terms of nutrients that promote reproductive health. Not ...
Views: 708 - Retirement Planning - Two Retirement Risks You Must Consider & About Your Retirement. - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Glenn FergusonThere are two risk factors that will impact significantly on your retirement readiness and the quality of your retirement and it is important that you fully consider and understand before you retire. The first of these risk factor is the risk that you or your spouse will outlive your ...
Views: 1231 - Breast Cancer - Three Things You Can Do To Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Glenn FergusonGiven the dramatic effect that research is showing that genetics is having on young Bahamas women - predisposing them to breast cancer. I have decided to share as much information as possible with you about this disease during October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month. And while this disease ...
Views: 1418 - Eating For Muscle Growth - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from James HartEating For Muscle It doesn’t matter what you do in the gym, how hard you train or how much weight you lift if you are not eating for muscle your gains are going to be non-existent. I believe that nutrition and training are equally important when gaining muscle, but overall if I had to give ...
Views: 1061 - Common Complaints with Colon Cleanse Products - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalHerbal colon cleansers have become a popular option these days not only for easing constipation but also as people realize the importance of digestive and colonic health. Many people are ready to try out herbal colon cleanse products based on their reputation for safety and efficacy. However, ...
Views: 1190 - The Colon: To Cleanse or Not to Cleanse? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Kevin AgrawalThere have been endless debates on whether or not it’s necessary to undergo a natural colon cleanse. After all, the argument goes; don’t we brush out teeth every day? Is cleansing the colon really the same as brushing your teeth? I began to study this issue in depth.Colon cleansing was popular ...
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