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The Best Diet is NO Diet at All - By Isabel De Los Rios- Bioflavonoids - Vitamins Or Medicine? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterBioflavonoids, also known as flavonoids, are not true vitamins and they are sometimes referred to as Vitamin P. The body can not produce bioflavonoids, nor can they be stored in the body, they must be supplied in the diet. At first they were considered vitamins, then medicine, then ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Remedies And Supplements For High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterUntreated high blood pressure can damage the arteries, brain, eyes, heart and kidneys. This silent killer seldom reveals any symptoms and should not be considered an unavoidable consequence of aging, it can be controlled. You can lower your blood pressure by changing your lifestyle and ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Meeting Your Protein Needs - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Bette DowdellGood health requires protein. It’s protein that repairs the cells in our body, builds and maintains our muscles and bones, gives us energy and rides herd over a lot of what goes on inside us. And it’s protein that keeps our endocrine system chugging along. Diets with inadequate protein lead ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Should You Be Taking Nutritional Supplements? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterIf you are living a healthy life style and eating a balanced diet, should you be taking nutritional supplements? Simply put - YES. There has been extensive research over the past ten years in connection with the link between nutrition and health. Scientific research into the medicinal value of ...
Views: 2You must read the article to rate it. - What Are Antioxidants? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterAntioxidants are a group of vitamins, minerals and enzymes that protect the body from the formations of free radicals by neutralizing them before they can travel freely through the body wreaking havoc. Free radicals kill some cells and destroy the protective outer membranes of others. If a free ...
Views: 2You must read the article to rate it. - “GOOD” AND “BAD” FATS, AND HOW TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Fra GunnMost people are mislead into demonizing fat, but the truth is that there are "good fats" and "bad fats," and you need the good fats in your diet – your brain and your nervous system literally can't survive without them. However eating so-called "bad fats" can result in heart disease, gaining ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - For Improved Mood Look at Carbs - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Susan PiergeorgeConsidering going on a weight loss diet? With the bounty of weight loss programs available, some new information has surfaced about the composition of weight loss diets and mood. Researchers in Australia recently conducted a study to evaluate the effect dietary composition had on mood and ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Slow Down, You Move Too Fast - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Karen SchachterDo you ever feel like you resemble a hamster on a wheel - running and running and running, with no time off and no chance to catch your breath? This is a common theme among many of my clients, and as a mom of two young children as well as a business owner, it is one I can certainly relate to. We ...
Views: 10(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Good Food For Good Mood - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Karen Schachter"One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well." Virginia Woolf Virginia Woolf was on to something: food - and our relationship to it - is our sustenance, our life blood. It has the potential to be ...
Views: 11(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Nutrition & Fat Loss: How To Diet Properly - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from James HartLooking to lose fat or go on a diet regime that actually works? Then you have to follow some simple, proven techniques and strategies that can really help you shed those pounds! Nutrition The first and most important rule in weight loss is the amount of calories you eat. Forget the macro ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Five (5) Reasons To Reach For A Green Smoothie To Fast Track Your Health - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2009 from Brendan McCarthyNot everyone would salivate at the idea of a green smoothie. If your one of these people then you’re missing out on a fast track ticket to great health! This gloriously green smoothie is actually a simple blend of assorted fruits with green vegetables added to it. If your Mama never told you to ...
Views: 8(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Green Living and Prenatal Care: 10 Things You Need to Know To Ensure Your Baby Arrives Healthy Despite the Toxic World Around Us - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Boris LevitskyNutritional expert Dr. Carolyn Dean talks about how you can apply green living to protect your unborn child and have a smooth delivery and a healthy child. Having a baby in this toxic world of ours is especially challenging. There is a way to ensure your baby's health and your own health without ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - Breaking Out of Sugar Hell - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Karen SchachterI was recently in New York City, standing in line at Starbucks when my friend pointed out this sign to me: "Make Yourself Happy - Choose a Sweet Indulgence or a Non-Fat Option." As initially tempting as all the treats in the case behind the sign looked, I had to laugh at the irony of the words on ...
Views: 11(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 6You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 5You must read the article to rate it. - 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 on ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - 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 that ...
Views: 8You must read the article to rate it. - 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 Diet ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - 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 some ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - How to Read a Nutrition Label - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Scott ChristLearning how to read a nutrition label is one of the most important factors to getting healthy and staying healthy. The numbers below are for people who are looking to get healthier without going on one of the many fad diets out there. Here is a guide on how to read a nutrition label: Serving ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - 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 osteoarthritis. The ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Too Many Treats? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Debi SilberFirst, 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 be ...
Views: 5(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 8You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 16(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 16(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 15You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 10You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 12You must read the article to rate it. - 10 Tips: Eating Out and Staying Healthy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 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: 7You must read the article to rate it. - 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 that ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - 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 address ...
Views: 7You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 6You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 5You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 6You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 13You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 5You must read the article to rate it. - 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 30 ...
Views: 29(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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 psychological ...
Views: 9(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 10(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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, including ...
Views: 6(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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 answer ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 12You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 10You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 19You must read the article to rate it. - 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 leaves ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 24(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 20(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 24(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Instruction of Yoga and Meditation - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Different ManWe use several techniques to help us go beyond technique into the natural spaciousness of real meditation. Pre natal yoga instruction can be very beneficial to women and their particular needs at time of pregnancy. Emotional pressure and stress have a pronounced effect on every woman health. It ...
Views: 19(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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 ...
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