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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Lose Weight and Keep it Off

Many 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 clearly our nutrient poor diet and sedentary lifestyle are having a significant impact on our health and inability to drop weight.

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Dietary Supplements

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Lowering Triglycerides Assists Weight Loss, Slashes Disease Risk

Triglycerides are a type of blood fat which have evolved as an essential means of transporting and storing energy for use at times when food is scarce. This served us well during our evolutionary past when the next meal could be several days away. Today, high triglycerides are associated with increased risk for coronary artery disease, diabetes and can lead to obesity when not properly controlled. Naturally lowering triglycerides can reverse the damaging effects caused by decades of dietary abuse. High Triglycerides Trigger Metabolic Dysfunction and Disease Risk

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Dietary Supplements

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Raspberries Help Lower Colon Cancer Risk by 45%

Cognitive decline is unnatural. Millions of aging adults consider an impaired capacity to think, reason and form new memories as the inevitable course of declining health. By accepting brain aging as normal, we condemn our senior years and live in constant fear of whether we will remember our family and friends or retain our personal identity.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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Sleep May be the Key to Successful Weight Loss

Amazing as it may sound, sleep may be the missing link to achieving your weight loss goal. The importance of a good night’s sleep is discounted by many people, yet the impact on overall health and body weight cannot be underestimated. The body performs many critical functions while we sleep that assist our immune response, guide cellular restructuring as well as fat metabolism and weight loss maintenance. Sleep Essential to Burn Fat

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Dietary Supplements

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Top Weight Loss Plans: Diet vs. Exercise

Everyone has an opinion as to whether diet or exercise works best when trying to lose weight. Which method will provide the best weight loss results, and more importantly, which will help in the prevention and treatment of heart disease, diabetes and cancer? Both diet and exercise are important when considering a weight loss plan, and each regimen has important benefits when considering the war on obesity. More than 45 millio Americans belong to a health club and yet obesity continues to rise at an alarming rate.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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Busting the Top Fitness Myths

Fitness myths are as common as old wives tales, and can have a detrimental effect on your workout routine and overall health. We listen to things others tell us about our health and fitness, and after hearing the same advise long enough, we begin to believe it, correct or not. Some of the advice is harmless, but other times these commonly accepted half-truths can have a negative effect on your fitness regimen and overall health. Information appearing on WebMD details the top fitness myths which could derail your best efforts to get in top physical shape.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Using Pomegranate in the Fight Against Heart Disease

Heart disease claims the lives of nearly 900,000 Americans each year, caused largely by a diet of processed junk food, excess calories, obesity and smoking. Many people are under the false impression that heart disease is inevitable and once diagnosed can only be controlled by a low fat diet and a cocktail of prescription drugs.

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Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Top Weight Loss Exercises to Burn Fat

Lack of physical activity and poor dietary lifestyle are having a devastating effect on our health and longevity. As the number of Americans falling in the overweight or obese range approaches 3 out of every 4 children and adults, health conscious individuals understand the importance of eating healthy and increasing exercise intensity to lose weight and live a longer life.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Avoid Statins Through Natural Lifestyle Changes

Cholesterol lowering statins have been hailed as miracle drugs and yet medical research has come to the dismal conclusion that they are virtually worthless in preventing heart disease or death from a heart attack, possibly helping 1 out of 100 who take the drug. Those aren’t very good odds when you consider the documented health damaging side effects reported by as many as one-third of statin users. High Cholesterol Doesn’t Cause Heart Disease

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Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Weight Loss Tips: Five Essential Steps

Millions 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 weight loss plan which can work allows for flexibility in food choices and is structured for a slow transition to a new dietary lifestyle.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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Depression Linked to Obesity

One of the many detrimental side effects of being overweight or obese is a dramatic rise in clinical depression. Researchers aren’t sure whether depression leads to obesity or if excess body weight results in the mood altering behavior diagnosed as depression, but the impact on the lives of those afflicted can be devastating. The reciprocal relationship between these two conditions can increase the risk of suicide and many potentially lethal diseases as well. Nearly 25% of Obese People Diagnosed With Depression

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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Exercise Tips That Deliver Weight Loss Results

Many people understand the importance of a regular exercise regimen and the positive impact it has on overall fitness, mood and moving you toward your weight loss goal. Individuals fail to develop a solid strategy which will motivate them every day, so they can avoid the high dropout rate experienced by those with the best physical fitness intentions. Lack of Exercise Increases Risk from Disease

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Processed Meats Increase Heart Disease, Diabetes and Cancer Risk

Processed meat consumption is surging as Americans gobble up hot dogs, sausage and cold cuts in record numbers. We're paying the ultimate price for this inexpensive, easy preparation food source as the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes have been conclusively linked to processed meat products. The results of a large study published in Circulation clearly demonstrate that even small quantities of processed meats, as small as 2 ounces eaten daily, increases the risk of heart disease by 42% and diabetes by 19%.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Is Cardio or Resistance Exercise Better for Health?

It can be difficult to determine if your workout is sufficient to meet your health and weight loss goals. For many people, just making the effort to exercise for 20 minutes several days a week is good enough to provide them with basic fitness benefits. Others need a more rigorous aerobic training session to peak their heart rate and boost overall health. Establish Your Training Goal

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Coffee Drinking Shown to Naturally Prevent Diabetes

Millions of people rely on their morning cup of coffee to jump-start each day. That caffeine-packed jolt of java is the right elixir to wake the brain and prepare for the mental and physical demands of your daily routine. Coffee has been maligned for years due to its high caffeine content and tendency to be used as a delivery method for sugar, artificial flavorings and trans-fat laden dairy products. Researchers from UCLA have found that coffee demonstrates a molecular protective mechanism that can lower the risk of developing diabetes.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Eat Healthy to Prevent Chronic Disease and Live Longer

There has been a significant shift in all cause mortality over the past 100 years. Up until the first part of the 20th century infectious disease counted as the leading cause of death. An improved understanding of sanitation practices combined with the present overuse of antibiotics has led to a shift away from infectious disease and toward chronic conditions such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and dementia.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Eat Fat to Boost Weight Loss

Fat has been vilified over the past half century, as many people have been led to believe it promotes poor health and leads to abdominal weight gain. Fats are one of the three macronutrients required for normal cellular functioning within the body and are necessary for optimal health, as well as being a contributor to healthy weight loss and weight maintenance. You can use fat to your advantage as you make the necessary dietary modifications to lose weight, as long as you make the proper fat choices. Fat Metabolism Controlled by Hormones

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Good Carbs, Bad Carbs: Using Fiber to Drive Weight Loss

Most people are familiar with the popular diet plans which millions follow in a desperate attempt to lose weight and improve health. Low carb diets have garnished much attention over the past 40 years as scores of people have quickly dropped weight following the program made popular by Dr. Robert Atkins. The Atkins plan has not been without controversy due to the inclusion of processed meats, high fat dairy and the initial exclusion of fresh vegetables. Fad Carb Diets Don’t Work Long Term

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Top Diabetes Diet Cuts Risk of Heart Attack in Half

The incidence of diabetes has doubled over the past 10 years, and many people remain unaware that they have become victim to this silent killer disease. Millions of people are pre-diabetic, indicating a failing metabolism which will lead to full diabetes, typically in 6 months to 2 years time.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Best Diet for Men's Health, Weight Loss

Few people would disagree that men and women are different in many ways, and their diet is no exception. While both sexes should avoid health degrading foods such as trans fat rich baked and fried items along with sugar and fructose laden soft drinks and desserts, there are certain foods which are especially important to male health. Foods to Improve Mood, Memory and Muscles

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Cut Sugar, Lose Weight and Prevent Heart Disease

Heart disease ranks as the leading cause of death among Americans, yet this killer disease remains a mystery to most people who may someday suffer from its devastating grasp. The etiology of heart disease is no longer a shrouded mystery, as researchers now have a solid understanding of the factors which cause the most common form of heart disease known as coronary artery disease.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Top Weight Loss Plan for Your Child

The sobering fact is that 1 in 3 children in America are either overweight or obese, placing them at risk for early onset diabetes, heart disease and even acid reflux. A sensible plan which leads to sustainable weight loss can prevent a lifelong battle with obesity and reduced self esteem. According to a report in the International journal of Pediatric Obesity, childhood obesity increases the incidence of gastric reflux by up to 40%. Reflux disease can lead to decreased quality of life, chronic respiratory conditions and increased risk of cancer of the esophagus.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Tips to Control Emotion and Stress, Fuel Weight Loss

American waistlines continue to expand at an ever alarming rate, increasing the incidence of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, dementia and cancer. Successful weight loss consists of three critical components: reduced calories from a well balanced diet, regular physical activity and controlling stress and emotional eating. Emotional Eating Can Derail Weight Loss Efforts

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Diet and Exercise Promote Weight Loss

The food we eat provides the building blocks required for cellular construction as well as all metabolic and chemical reactions which our body performs to function in good health. In the same fashion, our diet and level of physical activity directly influence our hormones that determine if fat is stored or burned as fuel. Medical researchers now understand that where fat is stored in the body can determine risk of disease and how we can alter our diet to promote natural weight loss. Fat Placement is a Risk Factor

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Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Green Tea Prevents Brain Aging and Chronic Disease

The healing capacity of green tea has been understood and cultivated by the Chinese for more than 5,000 years. Western medicine has been very slow to embrace the many health benefits attributed to drinking green tea, as it has been with many super foods known to lower the risk of chronic disease.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Is Diet or Exercise Better for Weight Loss?

We’ve been conditioned over the years to believe that the best way to lose weight is to sweat it off with rigorous exercise at the gym, and be mindful of what we eat. If that were entirely correct, we wouldn’t be tipping the scales of obesity as 45 million people spend more than $19 billion annually on gym memberships, a number that’s doubled over the past 20 years. The problem lies with the fact that human metabolism is highly efficient, and any excess calories are immediately stored as fat. More Exercise Leads to More Eating

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Diabetes Prevention – Steps to Naturally Prevent Diabetes

Type 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.r

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Top Weight Loss Diet Mistakes

Many people who are desperate to lose weight are misguided by the false promises made by marketers of fad diets, pills and weight loss surgery. Not only do many of these schemes lead to weight loss failure, but some can lead to serious health problems and even death. The only way to achieve your natural weight loss goal is to disregard the promotional hype, and realize that the more outrageous a claim sounds, the more likely it will not benefit you. Genetic Predisposition to Obesity Can Be Lowered

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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Supplements That Prevent Heart Disease

Millions are at risk from developing and dying from the most pervasive killer, heart disease. While more than 750,000 Americans die each year from one of the many types of this often silent disease, the most common form, known as coronary artery disease frequently results in narrowed arteries which become blocked by clots circulating in the blood. The Cause of Heart Disease is Based on Faulty Science

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Eat More and Weigh Less

Many people beginning a new weight loss program believe they need to dramatically restrict calories to lose weight, a big mistake which will ultimately result in failure. The body is very sensitive to the amount of food and calories you eat on a daily basis, and will kick into survival mode if you limit calories too severely. Instead of making large changes in the amount of food you consume, try changing the types of food you eat. You’ll reach your weight goal faster and never feel hungry along the way. Fresh Vegetables and Fruits are the Key to Weight Loss Success

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Beetroot Juice Could be Key to Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention

The results of a new study published in the journal Nitric Oxide: Biology and Chemistry shows the impact of beetroot juice on brain health. Researchers already know that beetroot juice is beneficial to heart health as it effectively lowers blood pressure. A new study demonstrated the extract could be used as an agent to improve oxygen flow to the aging brain and improve cognitive decline. Nitrates in Beetroot Juice Relax Aging Arteries

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Fight Cold and Flu with Natural Diet and Super Nutrients

When given the opportunity our body has the amazing capacity to thwart many diseases and illnesses including the common cold and influenza. When we provide our immune system with the necessary tools to fight bacteria and viruses, vibrant health will always be the natural result.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Lose Weight with These Calorie Tracking Tips

Weight loss is the main reason nearly two-thirds of American’s are on a diet, yet only 1 in 8 people have an accurate idea of how many calories they really need to accomplish their goal. According to a survey from the International Food Information Council Foundation, more than half of the people were unable to even guess the number of calories necessary to maintain their weight and 25% wouldn’t even attempt a guess.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Melatonin Fights Cancer, Dementia and Premature Aging

Free radical production plays a pivotal role in the development of systemic inflammation that fuels the aging process. Free radicals are formed as a result of essential metabolic processes such as breathing, walking and eating. Over the course of decades, these molecules damage sensitive cellular structures and can threaten the integrity of our genetic architecture.

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By John PhillipRecently published1 topic

Super Nutrients Shown to Reverse Brain Aging and Cognition

It will come as no surprise to many health minded individuals that a natural diet high in vegetables and fruits promotes health and extends lifespan. Foods saturated with synthetic chemicals, hydrogenated fats, salt and sugar stress our genetic integrity and result in metabolic chaos. We evolved to eat a diet packed with nutrients in a natural state and live in an environment free of pollutants and man-made toxins. Researcher shows a diet high in vegetables and fruits can reduce the risk of death from all causes by up to 39%. Alpha-Carotene Level Linked with Lower Risk of Death

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Dietary Supplements

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