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- Balancing Your Hormones by Maintaining Healthy Blood Sugar - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2014 from Julie DohertyHow many times have you heard about your hormones being out of balance, yes it is quite common. However even though there may be times for the contraceptive pill or HRT one of them isn’t necessarily to balance hormones. By reducing your intake of sugar, especially processed foods that are ...
Views: 1038 - Histamine and Allergies - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2017 from Li ZhengHistamine can dilate blood vessels to bring more blood flow and white blood cells to local areas, which causes rashes, redness, heat, and pain. This process can help the body clear up damaged tissues or can lead to chronic inflammation or allergies if too much histamine is released for too long. ...
Views: 1423 - The Natural Way To Relieve Allergies In Dogs And Cats - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumIs your pet’s misery making you miserable too? Your dog won’t stop scratching. She whines and wiggles when you’re trying to relax on the couch. Or maybe it’s your cat . . . he paws at his ears, looking irritated. And you find telltale signs of digestive upset around the house. If you’re ...
Views: 1399 - Why Should You Consider The Cranberry All Year Long? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2014 from Emily MorrisWhen you hear the word “Cranberry”, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For most people, it’s festive holiday meals like Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years & Easter. Fall may be cranberry harvesting time, but the berries are easy to obtain all year long…especially if you like the frozen ...
Views: 873 - How to Manage & Heal Ulcerative Colitis - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Julie DohertyOn Rising: Have a warm glass of water with a half of a lemon squeezed into it. Then clean your teeth. Breakfast: - Mixed Berry Smoothie ½ - 1 cup of Frozen Berries The rind of one lemon (full of bioflavonoids antioxidant properties) ½ - 1 cup of Paris Creek or Greek yoghurt You can also ...
Views: 2025 - Gluten Free Eating made Easy for Coeliac Suffers - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from Julie DohertySo you have just been diagnosed with Coeliac disease and it all seems too much as to where will you start we are going to look at some of the triggers and variants to the disease and also provide you with an easy to follow Menu Plan: Coeliac Disease Trigger Foods: Wheat is a staple in ...
Views: 1183 - Is Your Food Making You Sick? Discovering Food Sensitivities to Feel Your Best - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2014 from Lynda EnrightAre you sick of feeling sick and tired? Are you taking medication that at best works to cover up symptoms but never solves the problem? Do you regularly experience any of these symptoms? • bloating • diarrhea • heartburn • migraines • joint pain • arthritis • fatigue • ...
Views: 648 - The Power of Berries - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2014 from Bonnie GillerFruit is a food group that gets a lot of attention for the abundance and variety of vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals they offer. Today we are putting berries in the spotlight, not only because July is National Berry Month but because berries are a special category of fruit in their own ...
Views: 1155 - How to Steer Clear of Coffee House “Fat Traps” - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2014 from Bonnie GillerCoffee is one of the most common beverages people drink on a daily basis. In most people’s eyes, coffee is more than just a drink, it’s a morning ritual, a habit, a necessity to allow for proper daily function. As you embark on your health journey, you change your bad habits by making ...
Views: 1491 - 5 Super Greens That Will Feed Your Sense Of Adventure - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumNothing revolutionizes your health like the power of green. The way I see it, the more green goodness you get in your diet, the better. Better yet, mix it up! Each plant on this planet has its own particular flavor and aesthetics. Not to mention its unique nutritional value. So while the ...
Views: 1479 - 5 Super Greens That Will Feed Your Sense Of Adventure - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumNothing revolutionizes your health like the power of green. The way I see it, the more green goodness you get in your diet, the better. Better yet, mix it up! Each plant on this planet has its own particular flavor and aesthetics. Not to mention its unique nutritional value. So while the ...
Views: 1510 - Food Safety Tips for Your Next Barbecue - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2014 from Bonnie GillerWe often talk about the health of foods in terms of their nutrient content and how their nutrients and phytochemicals can prevent diseases and help manage your weight. But you might often forget about the importance of food safety as necessary precautions that should be taken to keep you in ...
Views: 1171 - As a Dietitian, What Do MY Kids Eat For Breakfast? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2014 from Danielle VenHuizenAs I Dietitian, I know people are constantly scrutinizing what I and my family eat. I'm not complaining; I get it. It's no different than when I examine the outfit of a personal stylist or the teeth of a dentist. We all have to represent our brand. In my case, however, it's not always easy to ...
Views: 1034 - What's the Dish on Ice Cream? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2014 from Michelle StewartOne sure sign of summer is ice cream. And in the U.S. folks manage to consume plenty of it -approximately 12 lbs. per capita/person. If you're an enthusiast for the flavored frozen treat you know that indulging in rocky road can create a few lumps and bumps on the bod faster than ice cream melts ...
Views: 697 - 5 Somewhat Surprising Ways Drinking More Water Can Boost Your Health - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumDon’t you long for the basics when it comes to nutrition? With all the nutritional information that’s out there, you can easily get overwhelmed. It can get so bad you may even become paralyzed with ambivalence when picking up your fork . . . or stopped cold with worry when filling up your ...
Views: 1328 - Advancing Nutritional Care for Older Adults - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2014 from Becky DornerIn the older adult population, the consequences of malnutrition can have a major impact on health, such as unintended weight loss, sarcopenia, frailty, and delayed healing of pressure ulcers. Serving healthful, nourishing meals is not always an easy task in long-term care settings, where staff ...
Views: 1158 - 6 Grilling Safety Tips You Might Not Have Heard Of - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumWhen summer hits, there’s nothing better than moving the kitchen outside. Not only does it keep the house cooler, dinner tastes so much more delicious off the grill. Nothing beats that touch of fire. However, there’s a hidden danger to this summer treat that often gets overlooked. It’s not ...
Views: 1645(2 votes) - Finding the Pros in a Long List of Cons of Processed Foods - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2014 from Bonnie GillerAs a registered dietitian, I encourage my clients to eat less processed foods and more whole foods. “Choose your foods in the form closest to the ground,” I tell them. But truth be told, in this society where working moms are constantly on the go, they inevitably turn to some processed food. Is ...
Views: 1248 - The ABC’s of Vitamin D - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2014 from Bonnie GillerVitamin D is unique because you can synthesize your needs for this vitamin from sunlight. When the ultraviolet rays of the sun hit your skin, the vitamin is then converted into its active form. Even though your body synthesizes vitamin D, it is still an essential nutrient that you need to get ...
Views: 1394 - Agave – Not the Star You Once Thought - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2014 from Bonnie GillerHave you heard all the buzz about cutting down on sugar and replacing it with healthy sugar alternatives, also known as natural sweeteners? There is a lot of information coming out these days about how too much sugar in the diet can be a precursor to weight gain, or worse, chronic diseases ...
Views: 1055 - A Green Smoothie Recipe For Changing Lives And Building Community - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumUsually we think of a green smoothie recipe as just a recipe . . . nothing more. It’s good for our health, but that’s about where the impact stops. Not so with the Green Machine smoothie. . . Because this green smoothie recipe didn’t just liven up some cells on the inside . . . it ...
Views: 1658 - Lose Fat the Natural Way - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from James BurbankIt may sound too good to be true, but there certain things you can eat or drink that will spike your metabolism, trigger the fat-releasing hormones, and eliminate those nasty toxins that prevent you from losing weight. Having said that, remember that you can expect good results only if you ...
Views: 1223 - Elimination Diets: The Gold Standard for Food Sensitivities? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2014 from Danielle VenHuizenHave you ever gone through the rigor of an elimination diet to see if there are foods in your diet that are causing unpleasant symptoms? Many of us have, or at the very least thought about it. The classic Elimination Diet is still the gold standard for uncovering food sensitivities. It was ...
Views: 1095 - Could You Be Suffering From Celiac Disease? - by Submitted on May 24, 2014 from Lorraine Matthews-AntosiewiczLast weekend I took a trip to the East Village to check out a new gluten-free bakery called Jennifer's Way. This totally adorable bakery was opened by actress Jennifer Esposito, known for her roles in Spin City, Crash, and Summer of Sam, and Blue Bloods. I'm a huge Blue Bloods fan and always ...
Views: 935 - How You Can Be Lighter But Still Fatter - by Submitted on May 19, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI was chatting with one of my personal training clients about these body transformation programmes and fast weight loss programmes. She told me she had been comparing her results to her friends. Her friend had lost two stone by just drinking shakes and eating bars and she had only lost a stone ...
Views: 2165 - 8 Powerful Reasons to Cook with Herbs and Spices - by Submitted on May 16, 2014 from Bonnie GillerYou probably have a cabinet filled with them, or maybe even a fancy rack strategically placed on your counter as a decoration with an aesthetically appealing assortment of them. However, you probably don’t know much about them other than the flavor they provide in your cooking. You might be ...
Views: 1764 - Friend Don't Let Friends Do IgG Testing - by Submitted on May 16, 2014 from Danielle VenHuizenAre you like me? Did some well-meaning practitioner at some point recommend IgG testing as a means to find out if you have food sensitivities? Maybe you had nagging digestive issues, body aches, fatigue, or unexplained migraines. A blood test, they said, could help us see what foods your body ...
Views: 899 - The Hidden Threat To Your Baby’s Health And Why This Prenatal Supplement Can Help - by Submitted on May 13, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumPregnancy changes everything. No longer are you living just for yourself. You’re now responsible for the new life inside of you as well. And just about everything you do affects that growing baby. When it comes to nutrition, this is especially true. You know - as you gently rub your growing ...
Views: 1195 - Planting a Family Garden - Increasing Fruit And Vegetable Eating For Healthier Kids - by Submitted on May 10, 2014 from Lynda EnrightDo you and your kids reach for fruits and vegetables? Growing a garden can help to make that happen! Increasing Fruit and Vegetable Intake According to the WHO, both children and adults consume inadequate fruits and vegetables to promote good health. The consumption of fruits and ...
Views: 907 - ***How To Cleanse Your Body - by Submitted on May 09, 2014 from Mike CaldwellIf you want to know how to cleanse your body then you need to understand how cellular cleansing works. The reality is that since the day the industrial revolution first began humans have being racing toward polluting the planet as fast as we possibly can. As a result, there are toxins in the ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - 5 Foods That Will Speed Up Your Metabolism - by Submitted on May 07, 2014 from James BurbankThere are two main things that you need to do properly and effectively if you wish to stay slim, if you want to get fit and if you want to have the figure and the shape that you want – working out and nutrition. In this particular article, we will not be talking about the former, but the latter. ...
Views: 1249 - ***Problems with Today's Modern Diet - by Submitted on May 02, 2014 from Mike CaldwellWhen I talk about the problems with today’s modern diets, the statement could be interpreted in any of 3 different ways. 1) I could be speaking about the type of diet that restricts in some way things that you eat with the goal of losing weight. UCLA did a meta-study though that proved the ...
Views: 2533 - The Secret To Taming Your Sugar Cravings - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumIf you have great intentions of eating healthy . . . but get sidetracked by sweets . . . you’re not alone! According to Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, MD author of Beat Sugar Cravings Now!, the average American eats about 150 pounds of added sugar each year in processed foods and drinks. That’s more ...
Views: 1330(1 vote) - Why You Should Eliminate This Popular Food From Your Breakfast Repertoire - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2014 from Danielle VenHuizenWhy is it that for breakfast in America, we always need to start off with something sweet? Now, by no means am I bashing this trend in its entirety but take a trip down the breakfast aisle these days and it seems you might as well be in the dessert section. Frosted Mini Wheats, Pop Tarts, ...
Views: 844 - Is Dietary Fat Tied To Heart Disease? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2014 from Lynda EnrightResearchers are confirming that it is not as simple as saturated fat equals increased risk for heart disease. In a recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers did not find that people who ate higher levels of saturated fat had more heart disease than those who ate ...
Views: 948 - ***How to Lose Weight Without Exercise - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Mike CaldwellMany of my clients first contact me with the question "how to lose weight without exercise". They are lacking in energy and want to lose weight. They believe that if they want to succeed at weight loss, then they need to exercise. I certainly understand why they make think this. ...
Views: 1479(1 vote) - ***How Many Calories Per Day Should I Consume to Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Mike CaldwellI am frequently asked “how many calories per day should I consume to lose weight?” This is a loaded question for so many different reasons. The first problem is that so many people think that it is primarily the balance of calories in versus calories out that determine weight loss or ...
Views: 2052(1 vote) - Do You Know What Is a Good Serving Size? Correcting Portion Distortion. - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2014 from Lynda EnrightThe million dollar question: What is the solution to the obesity epidemic? If there were just one answer it would be a simpler problem to address. But unfortunately, there are many components to a lifestyle that promotes overweight and obesity. Most certainly serving size is one of the ...
Views: 715 - Strategies to Help You Stick With a Healthy Eating Plan for Life - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2014 from Gretchen ScalpiHow many times have you started a healthy eating plan only to have your good intentions gradually slip away? When that happens, you may find yourself back where you started and frustrated with your lack of ability to keep on track. Most people know how to eat right, but maintaining what you have ...
Views: 1150 - Foods that Lower Stress - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2014 from Abigail FazelatWe all know that eating a balanced diet from all of the major food groups it the best way to stay physically healthy. But did you know that there are certain foods that boost your mental health as well? Many foods from various food groups can actually significantly lower stress levels, which for ...
Views: 1006 - I Really Hate Vegetables - Solutions - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI hate vegetables. More specifically boiled veg. They just make me gag. For someone like me (a fitness and nutrition guy) you may be surprised that I’m telling you this. But I have to be honest with you, I hate them, especially boiled cabbage. It all started in my childhood… My mother used ...
Views: 1494 - Top 4 Reasons Your Grain Choices are Harming You - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2014 from Bonnie GillerThere is a lot of buzz about what type of grains you should be eating or if you should even be consuming any at all. You’ve probably been told (too many times to count) to eat whole grains. But, more often than not, I find that what people think are whole grains actually are not. There can be a ...
Views: 1419 - Low Fat Vs Low Carb Diet - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2014 from Richard ClarkeFirst came low fat then came low carb. But which one is better? I saw a programme the other night on the TV comparing an extreme high fat diet to an extreme high carb diet. They used two doctors who were actually twins, in the experiment which lasted a month. The results may ...
Views: 1370 - Get Started Juicing to Detoxify Body & Essential Oils to Use Remove Poisons, Heavy Metals & Toxins Safely & Effectively - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2014 from KG StilesSimplest, easiest solutions for you to 'get started juicing' right now and essential oils to use – all your questions answered! Ever wonder exactly how you could get ALL of the recommended daily amount of vegetables and fruits into your diet? The simple answer, Juicing! One of the best ...
Views: 1909 - Healthy Burger and Chips - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from Richard ClarkeI may have surprised you with the healthy burger and chips title. Healthy burger and chips? Is that possible. This isn’t even one of my cheat meals. This is just a healthy burger and chips recipe that I wanted to share with you, honestly it's delicious! One of the top reasons ...
Views: 1487(1 vote) - Dish Up Good Taste and Flavor for Healthy Eating - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2014 from Michelle StewartMarch is National Nutrition Month and one of the keys in making nutritious choices is taste. Does it taste good? According to the dictionary taste is the ability to identify sweet, sour, bitter, or salty qualities of a dissolved substance through the taste buds, on the tongue. In addition to the ...
Views: 891 - Simple Way to Get Recommended Vitamins and Minerals Into Your Daily Diet - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2014 from Neil TeasdaleHow to Get Recommended Vitamins and Minerals In Your Diet A nice and simple way to include more vitamins and minerals into your daily diet is by making fresh fruit and vegetable juices. Also don’t miss out on making smoothies and shakes from frozen fruit. Not only are these good for you ...
Views: 1240 - Will the Proposed Changes to Food Labels Make People Healthier? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2014 from Lynda EnrightThe answer is simple: no. While the First Lady and the FDA may have good intentions, revisions need to be systemic before food labels will stop confusing the public. Changes on the nutrition facts label (outlined below) are a start but the proposed changes have some major flaws. And what about ...
Views: 915 - Breaking Up is Hard to Do - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2014 from Lori BurgerI inherited many loves from my mother. Two of the biggest ones were my love for diet sodas and my love for sweet coffee. I grew up watching my mom drink tons of both and two sodas that intrigued me the most were diet chocolate soda and Tab. Let’s start with Tab (clearly I’m dating myself) ...
Views: 1123 - Warning: Your Brain May Be Shrinking Thanks To A Vitamin B12 Deficiency! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumVitamin B12 deficiency can cause dozens of health problems. Vitamin B12 deficiency can make your tongue swell, turn your skin yellow, make you incontinent and interfere with your sense of taste and smell. It can cause joint pain and give you pins and needles. It can cause depression, ...
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