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The Best Diet is NO Diet at All - By Isabel De Los Rios- 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: 4You 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: 5(1 vote)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: 4You 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: 2You 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: 3You 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: 4You 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: 19(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: 2You 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: 2You 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: 3You 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: 4You 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: 9You 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: 10(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: 11(1 vote)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: 10(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: 14(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: 13(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 ...
Views: 16(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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 changes ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 22(6 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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 hood. ...
Views: 13(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Why Enzymes are Essential for our Health - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Christine DreherEnzymes 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: 19(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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, which ...
Views: 42(7 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 16You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 14(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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 come ...
Views: 16(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 19You must read the article to rate it. - 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: 18You must read the article to rate it. - 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 is ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - 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 one ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - 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, not ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - 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 ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - BREAK YOUR ADDICTION TO SUGAR! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Rico ConnorSugar is addicting. Sugar (sucrose) is contained in almost all processed foods. I wonder if the “addicting” trait of sugar and its appearance in almost all processed foods has anything to do with the food industry’s desire to make money. What do you think? The key to controlling your ...
Views: 18You must read the article to rate it. - 5 Easy Diet Tips That You Can Use Today - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Sean Barker1. Smart Sandwich Hold the mayo in your next tuna or egg sandwich and use plain yogurt instead. With protein and probiotics, the yogurt is a lot better for you and you can hardly taste the difference. 2. Go Nuts Show your heart some love when snacking and reach for a handful of healthy mixed ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Quick, Easy and Healthy Packable Lunches - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith school starting, moms are looking for anything new to pack in their kids lunches. PB&J gets old, fast. Here are some suggestions that will make your child the envy of the cafeteria! Turkey Wrap Take a whole wheat soft tortilla, line it with honey turkey and Colby/jack cheese. You can add a ...
Views: 21(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Learn the Importance of All Natural Multi Vitamins & Minerals - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comEveryone by now should know that vitamins and minerals are perhaps one of the most essential supplements we should be incorporating into our daily routines. All natural multi vitamins and minerals are substantial for all walks of life including men, women, children, seniors, athletes, bodybuilders, ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - Explaining Different Protein Sources - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from James HartExplaining Different Protein Sources Protein supplements have risen to be one of the top selling nutritional supplements in the world. Protein powders used to be reserved for bodybuilders and strength athletes, but like many things that these people have advocated over the years, protein ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - “Enriched” & “Fortified” Foods Are Detrimental To Our Health - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Melissa WoodHave you ever seen these words on a cereal box, a loaf of bread or flour? Have you stopped to think about what it means? This post is going to talk about these two words and the detrimental impact they have on our food supply. Enriched……You’ll see this most commonly on flour, breads, ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - Immune Health - Foods & Supplements - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Ketty JohnsonThe immune system, which is made up of special cells, tissues, organs, and proteins, defends people against germs and microorganisms every day. In most cases, the immune system does a great job of keeping people healthy but sometimes troubles with the immune can lead to illness and infection. To ...
Views: 12You must read the article to rate it. - Foods that lower cholesterol include fruits, vegetables and nuts - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Cathy HickmanIf you’re looking for a natural remedy to lower your cholesterol, there are many options. Of course, individuals who want to reduce their cholesterol need to exercise and maintain a healthy, low-fat diet. But there are specific foods that have been shown to lower cholesterol. Blueberries In ...
Views: 7(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The South Beach Diet Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaWhat is the South Beach Diet all about? The diet was created by Dr. Arthur Agatston, a cardiologist in South Florida who was looking to develop a long-term diet plan for his chronically overweight heart patients. The diet involves building your meals around specific allowable and forbidden foods. ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - The Slim-Fast Optima Diet Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaEating Plan The Slim-Fast Optima Plan focuses on replacing high-calorie meals and snacks with calorie controlled, nutritionally balanced Slim-Fast meal replacements and snacks so you can reduce your daily caloric intake and lose weight, as well as get the vitamins and minerals your body needs. ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - Atlanta Nutritionist: Weight Loss Tips for Diet Perspective - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Bonnie Atlanta Weight Loss Coach for Women+Teens lose weight without Surgery or Phentermine, Natural Alternatives Nutrition Fitness Christian Life CoachingHow to have the right Perspective when Dieting for Weight Loss I’m sure you have heard by now that lots of sugar, salt and fat is bad for you. How many times have you cut out “certain foods” in order to lose weight faster? How many times have you faced defeat trying this tactic? Weight ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Hardgainer Meal Plans - Nutritional and Planning Advice for Skinny Bodybuilders - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from James McLainIf you are a hardgainer, meal plans should be a central part of your bodybuilding regime. In fact it is precisely because you are a hardgainer you must take not of this because gaining muscle mass is not just about pumping iron (though that is essential), it is also about supplying the body with ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - 23 Years of Gut-wrenching Pain...Gone with Probiotics - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Patricia OlsonFrom the age of 20 to 43, I lived with the gut-wrenching pain of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Pain that sometimes brought me to the bathroom floor in cold sweats. Pain that brought prayers in stores like, "Please, Lord, let me make it. Please, please, please." And emotional pain from embarrassing ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - Why Support the Sustainable Food Movement? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Kevin LongEarth’s resources are being used to feed more than six billion people. Activities related to industrial agriculture such as irrigation, usage of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers and the packaging and transportation of food items is also taking a toll on the resources available on the planet. ...
Views: 22(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Lean Muscle Gain Diet Tips - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from James HartLean Muscle Diet Tips When looking to gain muscle mass we all know you need to eat more throughout the day to help your body build and repair muscle tissue. But let’s take a bigger view of the situation; why are you bulking up? I would imagine all of you are saying I want bigger muscles, I ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - How to Calm an Upset Stomach - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Megan WinegarOkay, I know you aren't seven anymore, but somehow even without the option of running to "Mommy" with a "tummy ache," you still end up with crazy discomfort in your stomach, maybe more frequently than you really think it should happen. However, the difference is that now you know where such things ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - The Zone Diet Summarized - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Chester Ku-LeaThe program that is commonly referred to as the "Zone diet" is detailed in the book The Zone: Revolutionary Life Plan to Put Your Body in Total Balance for Permanent Weight Loss by Dr. Barry Sears. Balance is the key focus of Dr. Sears' plan; more specifically, eating the correct ratio of carbs, ...
Views: 27(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - What You Need To Know About Weight Control For Children? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mark PatrickIn the United States alone, an astounding one fourth of the overall population of teenagers and children are found to be obese. But despite this rate, it is still alarmingly growing. With parents and grandparents catering to their children’s unhealthy eating and bad idling habits, this is not ...
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