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- Breakfast- The Most Important Meal of The Day - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from sarah labdarYou have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But if this is true then why do most people skip breakfast? There are many reasons why people choose to skip breakfast, some think by skipping breakfast it will help to lose weight, others just feel they don’t have time for ...
Views: 9682 - We Are What We Eat - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Hope AndersonThat saying, “You are what you eat”, provides keen insight into our health and wellbeing. Choosing whole plant based foods over refined processed foods has unequalled value as one of the components of a healthy lifestyle. Are you concerned about your health and how you can live a ...
Views: 8335(5 votes) - Decode Your Urine: What its Color Means - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Mark RosenbergEvery now and then a patient will tell me that their urine looks “funny” sometimes. When I ask them what they mean by that, they invariably tell me that it seems to change colors. They’re concerned if these color changes are anything to worry about. Here’s what I tell them: What Color Is Your ...
Views: 7940(1 vote) - ***Body Composition and its effects on Health - by Submitted on May 23, 2011 from Hope AndersonThere is a correlation between body composition and health ranging from mortality and morbidity to immunity, longevity, high function and athletic performance. Body composition analysis is one of the tools used in preventative, therapeutic and research applications. In the human body, body ...
Views: 4393(3 votes) - What is your BMR - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2016 from Evan BornemanBasal Metabolic Rate: Calories to survive Daily energy expenditure, or total “calories burned” in a day, has three major components: basal or resting metabolic rate, the thermic effect of food (calories expended through digestion) and the energy cost of physical activity. Having a general ...
Views: 4326(1 vote) - Dog Food Secrets: The Scam behind Commercial Dog Foods. - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Elia Liya "Solar Panels For Your Home"There are many dog food scams today and it will be helpful to have a good knowledge of dog food secrets on how to make sure your dog is eating right and healthy. Dogs are said to be a man’s best friend and we should treat them so. We want our best friends to be with us for as long as they can ...
Views: 4201(1 vote) - Summer! The Time for Eating Fresh Fruits & Vegetables - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Hope AndersonResearch shows more than 90% of all Americans do not eat their recommended amounts of fruits & vegetables. The amounts of fruits and vegetables you need each day may seem overwhelming. However, fruits and vegetables provide the coveted combination of great taste, nutrition, and abundant variety. ...
Views: 4053(4 votes) - ***Probiotics! Are There Health Benefits? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Hope AndersonWe take vitamins and minerals to safeguard our health. Should we also add some bacteria? What are probiotics? The term refers to “friendly” bacteria that inhabit our intestines such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Every day, billions of these friendly intestinal bacteria are working ...
Views: 3760 - Anchovies vs Sardines: How Do They Differ in Nutrition and Taste? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneAnchovies vs. Sardines: Differences in Physical Features What is an anchovy? What is a sardine? At first glance, you might think that anchovies and sardines are the same fish—or at least the same type of fish. Despite their similarities, it should be known that the two fish are different. ...
Views: 3670 - Hypothyroidism: Foods To Avoid For Your Thyroid - by Submitted on May 23, 2016 from Evan Borneman(can also be viewed with graphics at https://isolatorfitness.com/blog/) Hypothyroidism is a medical condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive and does not generate and relay enough of certain very important hormones to the rest of the body. With this condition, normal balances of ...
Views: 3597 - ***Nutrigenomics, Is it the Wave of the Future? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Hope AndersonWe all know the importance of food and its impact on our health. Nutrigenomics is the scientific vehicle that not only informs that nutrition influences health, but that food may also have an influence on the expression of our genetic makeup. What this means is that nutrigenomics will take out ...
Views: 3581(1 vote) - REVELATIONS: ANDREW LEWIS' DOG FOOD SECRETS - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Elia Liya "Solar Panels For Your Home"Many books on pet care are published and released yearly, yet only Dog Food Secrets – has focused on an unexpected topic. In his e-book, Lewis reveals the many unknown effects and dangers of dog food which include severe cases such as cancer, and many more. Andrew Lewis' Dog Food Secrets has ...
Views: 3542(2 votes) - How to Manage Yourself in Stressing Situations in Modern Life? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from maike stolteWhen we look at the modern life that we are facing every day in European cities, we come across an amalgam of reoccurring stressing situations that seem to define what is normality at present: headaches, migraines, stiff necks, bowel symptoms, skin problems, irritation, distraction, addictions ...
Views: 3469 - Pros & Cons Of Vegetarianism - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2013 from Richard ClarkeVegetarianism is defined as “the practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat – red meat, poultry, seafood and the flesh of any other animal”. (1) In my experience ‘going veggie’ can be a double edged sword. It can lead to massive health benefits – when its done properly. I have ...
Views: 3410 - ***Healthy Eating for Breast Health - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Hope AndersonYou are what you eat. This is not a myth that cancer has a lot to do with what you eat. Cancer has an insatiable appetite for sugar. It needs a sugary environment to survive. Dr. Otto Warburg, a 1931 Nobel laureate in medicine first discovered that cancer cells mainly use glucose as a fuel ...
Views: 3337(2 votes) - ***Understanding your Body Composition - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Hope AndersonAre you a “ Pear “ or an “Apple”? This question may appear facetious. But understanding where you carry your body weight has significant impact on your health. Most people who have small waist tend to carry their weight below the waist such as in their hips, thighs and buttocks. They are the ...
Views: 3288(1 vote) - ***GRILLED CHICKEN WITH MANGO SALSA - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from Hope Anderson1 Mango (12 ounces), peeled and finely chopped 1 tablespoon limejuice 1 tablespoon + 1 ½ teaspoons orange juice ¼ small onion, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon salt 5 or 6 drops hot pepper sauce 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 1- ...
Views: 3154(4 votes) - ***Safe Food Handling Practices for Summer and Beyond - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Hope AndersonSummer is here! Oh yes. Can you feel the heat? It is sizzling and it's the season for delicious dishes to be prepared and served in many different ways, some conventional and some not so conventional. You need to arm yourself with helpful tips to keep food safe to prevent you from getting ...
Views: 3057(1 vote) - ***ANTIOXIDANTS - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Hope AndersonWhat are they? How do they work, and why is it the new popular buzzword for everyone. Do you know exactly what antioxidants are and where they come from and the role they play in the body. Your answer may come in the form of “no, or I think so.” Here is a basic description. Antioxidants are ...
Views: 2985(3 votes) - ***Benefits of Herbs and Spices - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Hope AndersonBENEFITS OF HERBS AND SPICES You know that herbs and spices make food taste great. Use them to flavor foods without added salt, sugar, and fat. Using herbs and spices allows you to meet today’s dietary guidelines. This gives you more reason to season and spice up your taste buds and ...
Views: 2963(4 votes) - Cyclical Ketogenic Diet plan To Best Weight training Diet regime - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Charlie JacksonIf you wish to keep lean all year round even though building muscles without having amassing body fat whenever bulking, Cyclical Ketogenic Weight loss program is a fantastic selection for you. This isn't due to the fact it may quickly assist you to loose fat without sacrificing muscle tissues ...
Views: 2933 - Strengthening Immunity - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Hope AndersonFalls Cure. Get on board. Boost your immunity. Fall is a beautiful time of year when the leaves on trees burst into beautiful vibrant colors such as- yellows, browns, burnt-orange, and burgundy-reds. Nature makes preparations for restoration by shedding these beautiful leaves and the trees ...
Views: 2913(3 votes) - ***Set a Healthy Family Table - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Hope AndersonThe holidays are a time for celebration. Yet for so many Americans, trepidation brews. What causes this? To some people they feel that the celebration comes with tempting foods that will sabotage their healthy diet – and they usually do, if planned strategies are not in place. Some time ago, ...
Views: 2892(2 votes) - Are Energy Bars as Good as They Seem? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Michael FarinAre Energy Bars as Good as They Seem? Energy bars seem like the answer to our food prayers: a quick healthy snack that gives us oomph and helps us make it through the busy day. What more could a busy person ask for? It would be great if all energy bars fit this description, but many of them ...
Views: 2849 - Natural prevention for Low Thyroid Function - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2015 from Prof. George GrantThe thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, can have a dramatic impact on a huge variety of bodily functions, and if you’re a woman over 35 your odds of a thyroid disorder are highmore than 30%, by some estimates. At least 30 million Americans have a thyroid disorder and half15 ...
Views: 2843 - ***RESEARCH FINDING: Antioxidants – Finding Ways to Support its Protection - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Hope AndersonAntioxidants have become so popular and it's one of the new buzzwords of today. You see it on the labels of foods that appear in the grocery store, colorful fruits and vegetables are packed with them, even cosmetics - skin care, hair care are now on the bandwagon singing its praises. ...
Views: 2825(2 votes) - ***Nutrition Facts About Fruits [Science First] - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2015 from Hope AndersonFruits are vital components of a healthy diet. Yet 60% of Americans hardly eat enough fruits. Many say it is hard to fit them in and hard to do. To meet your daily requirements, it means eating 2 to 3 cups of fruit. This presents a challenge for many. Arming yourself with the knowledge on how to ...
Views: 2679 - ***HEALTHY HABITS FOR LIVING LONGER - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Hope AndersonStay Healthy to 100 and Beyond Is that possible? Yes, there are breakthroughs that show that we can age healthy with healthy habits and options to get us there. In the last century the average life expectancy at birth in the US was 47 years. Today many of us can live twice as long. However, ...
Views: 2669 - ***SUMMER VEGETABLE BOWTIE SALAD RECIPE - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2015 from Hope Anderson
Views: 2655(1 vote) - How to Control Diabetes without Medicine - How to Control Diabetes Naturally - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2017 from Banks RobertTo control blood sugar means to establish control of your life- something that many diabetics have only done by regularly taking their medicine. But did you know that there are means and ways that you would be able to control your spiraling blood sugar without relying solely on your diabetes ...
Views: 2627 - Healthy alternatives to salt - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Yvette LaboySalt is in almost everything you eat. Salt in small quantities is necessary for life, the issue is when we use huge quantities of salt and eat many processed foods that use loads of salt to mask poor ingredients. Salt (Sodium) is one of the primary electrolytes in the body. All four cationic ...
Views: 2621(1 vote) - Endive: Nutrition and health benefits - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2015 from Victor MarchioneLeafy greens are a staple of healthy eating. Leafy greens are available in a large variety including spinach, kale, chard and even dandelion. Leafy greens are praised for their health benefits, and to optimize your health you should enjoy them daily. Endives are another leafy green which can ...
Views: 2599 - ***Breast Health – What is best for them? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Hope AndersonThere is so much misinformation about the dangers and prevalence of breast cancer highlighted by the media that the prevention of the disease is still buried in myth. Look at what really helps to keep your breast healthy. Dr. Tanya Selli wrote in an article “What’s best for your breasts” that I ...
Views: 2590(1 vote) - ***Body Composition and its effects on Health - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Hope AndersonThere is a correlation between body composition and health ranging from mortality and morbidity to immunity, longevity, high function and athletic performance. Body composition analysis is one of the tools used in preventative, therapeutic and research applications. In the human body, body ...
Views: 2555(2 votes) - Seacod is the best vitamin supplement - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Go ZoopHealth has become one of the most crucial factors today when people are busy minting money and neglecting their health by leading erratic lifestyles. In this light, it isn’t surprising to find a lot of people having health issues, difficulty in doing a variety of activities etc. Yet, their quest ...
Views: 2555 - ***Summer Thirst Quenchers-Cool Drinks - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2015 from Hope AndersonRecipe 1. Watermelon Lemonade 4 large lemons 3 cups filtered water 1- cup sugar or sugar substitute 8 cups seeded and cubed watermelon Preparation: Wash and peel lemons using a vegetable peeler to remove strips; juice lemons to get about 1-1 ½ cups In a medium saucepan, add ...
Views: 2538 - Beans, Beans, the Magical Fruit - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Lisa BakerBeans are actually part of a family called legumes. This also includes lentils and peas of various kinds. Beans are low-glycemic, high-fiber, high-protein, and packed with very important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. However, canned beans have been cooked and processed, and often ...
Views: 2535 - 10 Best Diuretic Drinks and Their Health Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneNatural Diuretic Drink Fruit juices can work well as a diuretic, but there are a number of other drinks that are diuretic in nature. Take coffee, for example. If you are one of those people who finds that drinking coffee makes you pee a little more than you normally would, there’s a reason for ...
Views: 2532 - Health benefits of lychee - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe’re all pretty familiar with healthy tropical fruits. From pineapples to mangoes these delicious wonders are not only good, but good for us. But you may be missing out on another tropical fruit which is also offering a boost to your health. Originally grown in Southern China, this superfood ...
Views: 2522 - Olives: Nutrition and health benefits - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Victor MarchioneFrom the trees of the Mediterranean come a delicious and healthy fruit. While most people use olives to complement savory dishes, this food item is classified as fruit – even if we tend to use it like a vegetable. Not only good with a martini, olives come in a wide variety and offer health ...
Views: 2508 - Important Signs Of A Vitamin B-12 Deficiency - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2017 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=important-signs-of-a-vitamin-b-12-deficiency When I was still in school, my grandmother suddenly became unable to walk. She also inadvertently became the first person I ever helped via ...
Views: 2492 - Red grapes: nutrition and health benefits - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from Victor MarchioneGrapes have been grown for more than 5,000 years and are a tasty snack or addition to salads and desserts. Many North Americans turn to red grapes as a way to cut calories or reduce fat, but there is much more to eating red grapes than potential weight loss. Recent studies suggest red grapes may ...
Views: 2486 - ***Protect Your Healthy with Variety Goodness - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2015 from Hope AndersonWhether you day is gray or sunny add colorful healthy dishes to your menus. Colorful cancer fighting phytochemicals are plentiful throughout the year covering all seasons. These colorful fruits and vegetables provide varied textures, aromas and taste all for you to experience and add to your ...
Views: 2477 - ***Full Body Protection of Green Tea - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2015 from Hope AndersonThe Asians and the British love to drink tea especially green tea in their diet. Researchers found that there is much protection against cancer. Tea drinking is slower to catch on in the United States and other Western countries as the daily beverage of choice. There are many researchers ...
Views: 2476 - ***SUMMER DAYS –WEIGHT MANAGEMENT STRATGIES - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2015 from Hope AndersonHere we go. Healthy eating is the start of effective weight control. It means finding simple healthy ways to reduce the number of calories you consume each day. It is the small changes you make that make a big difference. Summer is the perfect time to start. Try these steps to make a start ...
Views: 2466 - Paleo diet versus ketogenic diet - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn the world of diets it’s hard to pick the one best suited for you. This is why it’s important to understand each diet and how each one can help you achieve your goals. Both the Paleo diet and ketogenic diet have been increasing in popularity. Although you may have a broad understanding of ...
Views: 2460 - Asparagus: Nutrition and health benefits - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDon’t let the side effect of smelly urine turn you off asparagus, it packs many essential vitamins and nutrients that your body needs. Let’s further explore the nutritional value of asparagus along with how it can improve our health. Nutritional value of asparagus First and foremost ...
Views: 2455 - 10 foods that Crohn’s disease patients must avoid - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2015 from Daniel DisusaWhen it comes to finalizing a balanced diet that goes well with Crohn’s disease medications, not all foods can be chosen equally. Some of the inclusions like spicy goods and hot saucers have to avoided, especially during flare-ups. In order to choose the right foods that help boost both ...
Views: 2453(1 vote) - Plum health benefits: Naturally sweet nutrition - by Submitted on May 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWarmer weather brings in-season fruits and vegetables – and trips to your local farmer’s market are a must. Fruits, in particular, are an integral part of a healthy diet and when they are in season they are that much easier to enjoy. One fruit you should be eating more of is the humble and ...
Views: 2430 - ***10 Quick Tips for Safe Riding - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Hope AndersonYou have heard this important message, “the family that plays together stays together.” This can be hard to do for some families with such diverse schedules. However, choosing a group exercise offers two-fold benefits for your family. It strengthens the bond among the family and it also burns ...
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