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- The Power & Benefit of Chocolate - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Tazima Davisdid you know that chocolate has more antioxidants than kale? *the author briefly imagines and rapidly dismisses the idea of chocolate covered dino kale* For my fellow chocoholics out there, below is more than enough justification [and encouragement] to indulge and a bit on how to be smart ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - 3 Facts About Virgin Olive Oil Everyone Should Know, But Don't - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Elle WoodThere is very little argument about the health benefits that can be gained by including virgin olive oil in your daily diet. The problem is in a lack of knowledge about what this oil is and is not. There are a lot of mis-conceptions out there about this incredible product. Are you falling for ...
Views: 1147(1 vote) - How to Create a Weekly Vegetarian Shopping Checklist - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Sol DanmeriBeing a vegetarian requires that you eat special foods. That doesn’t mean that you don’t eat as well as an omnivore. It just means that you have cut out meat and meat by-products from your diet. Your way of eating is definitely healthier and more selective. It is a life choice that does ...
Views: 3004(3 votes) - Is Absolute Acai Berry The Most Efficient Weight Loss Supplement? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Pantelis DimitrakopoulosWe have been seeing Acai berry in almost every branded news channels like Abc and NBC but, have you test tried it once? If no I have to tell you that you are really missing a strong experience. The Berry, unrefined or in pill form maintains all properties that cater to the varied lacks of the ...
Views: 1266(1 vote) - The Eight Great Myths about Food and Diet - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from dean kapsalakisDiet, food, and health has been in a state of confusion for ages. One year they tell you that eggs are too high in cholesterol, the next year “they’re good for you”. The same is true with butter, red meat, salt—even peanut butter has been under scrutiny! According to Dean Kapsalakis, ...
Views: 1433(2 votes) - How To Turn Off The Cancer Switch - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Wendy Montes de ocaIn the world of medical fears, few things rank as high as cancer. For many people, a cancer diagnosis challenges their view of themselves as a “healthy person.” Fortunately, many cancers are curable. You can survive cancer and be healthy. Cancer Biology 101 A basic understanding of how ...
Views: 1173(4 votes) - Choosing Good Healthy Foods For Healthy Hair - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Emmy SumarlinaHealthy hair is not only determined by the choice of shampoo, conditioner and hair care from the outside. Hair care products that contain too much chemicals can actually make hair become damaged. Actually, natural hair treatments can be started with the food we eat everyday. If you want to have ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - In Praise of the New Kitchen Staple - Balsamic Vinegars - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Elle WoodWhy is every foodie and chef raving about balsamic vinegars? Made from grape pressings that have not fermented into wine, the once unheard of (at least outside northern Italy) balsamic vinegar has become so popular such that various dishes all over the world now have more zing because of it. ...
Views: 841 - 9 Foods for a Better Mood - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Dr. Erica GoodstoneEat this healthy food. Avoid eating this food. You will gain weight if you eat this. There is too much fat, sugar, salt, or empty calories in this food. We have all heard so many warnings against eating so many foods that many of us have lost the pure joy of eating food that makes us feel ...
Views: 3360(8 votes) - ***Enjoy a Super Long Life with These Super Foods - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Andy LaPointeDid you know specific chemicals in foods such as sulforaphane, a phytochemical in broccoli actually helps your genes to ratchet up your body's natural defense systems. Thus, helping to fight free radical and inactivate toxins before they can do the damage that leads serious ailments and even ...
Views: 1696(6 votes) - ***Conquer the Pain of Arthritis with These Super Foods - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Andy LaPointeDo you know it’s easy to enjoy the arthritis fighting benefits of nutrient-dense foods with every meal of the day? The amazing part of it is you can select from nearly every food group to arm yourself to battle the pain of arthritis and begin best of all you’ll be doing it naturally from the ...
Views: 1738(3 votes) - Introducing Heart Healthy Foods - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Emmy SumarlinaThe heart is the most vital organs for humans. Healthy heart will result in quality of life better. However, not everyone has a heart condition that functions perfectly. Unhealthy life can trigger a variety of diseases. Heart disease most commonly found are coronary heart disease, chest pain ...
Views: 1085(2 votes) - 7 Nutritional MUSTS before you undertake exercise - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from david mauntzDon't waste your time exercising unless you are doing the following first. Doing so will make sure your efforts in the gym are rewarded with RESULTS. Here is a checklist, beginning in order from the most important 1) Eat a solid breakfast within an hour of waking up. The meal should have ...
Views: 2725(3 votes) - ***Super Foods for a Healthy Heart - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Andy LaPointeThe number killer afflicting both men and women in the United States is heart disease. While we all know that eating nutrient-dense healthy foods can help reduce this risk, many may not know which types of foods are the first choices to battle heart disease head on. The first step is ...
Views: 1220(5 votes) - Acai berry: the miraculous fruit - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Rold KaffyAcai Berry could be mistaken by anyone for a grape owing to the way it looks. Not very much different in color, shape and size, this fruit is way too much beneficial for humans than what grapes are. In comparison to grapes, it does not have that much pulp. It has its genes in a single seed which ...
Views: 1122(3 votes) - ***How to Maintain Super Bones with These Super Foods - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from Andy LaPointeMany people believe that the primary cause of osteoporosis is the lack of calcium in their diet. While it is important to consume the daily requirement of calcium, it is only a small piece of the overall puzzle. While taking calcium supplements can certainly help with bone health there are ...
Views: 1707(2 votes) - ***Select Superfoods for Fighting the Flu - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Andy LaPointeFor most people, catching the flu is an unpleasant experience that can afflict anyone. One day your feeling fine and the next your entire body aches, your head hurts and your entire day is like walking through a fog. As everyone knows these symptoms can last for several days while trying to ...
Views: 1936(10 votes) - Super Health Secrets - Quick Tricks to Get Rid of the Flu Fast - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Michael CampbellGetting sick with the flu can be really irritating. Here's some quick fixes to get rid of pesky colds fast! Nutrition Tactics Your immune system really, really likes Vitamin C. Double Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling wrote an entire book on using this inexpensive substance to literally ...
Views: 2086(4 votes) - ***Superfoods to Help Fight the Common Cold - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Andy LaPointeEating, nutrient-dense foods not only nourish your body with essential vitamin and minerals but they provide the energy necessary to fight off the nasty germs that cause a cold. Enjoying whole grains, fruits and vegetables and low-fat meats are all important in keeping your body healthy during ...
Views: 2654(3 votes) - Honey & Cinnamon is good for your health - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Scott WarnerIt is found that a mixture of Honey and Cinnamon cures many sicknesses and disease. Honey is manufactured and produced n many countries of the world. In Ancient Rome, cinnamon was useful in the treatment of inflammation, various poisonous bites, and menstrual disorders. It was very ...
Views: 5367(4 votes) - ***Heartburn Fighting Super Foods - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Andy LaPointeHeartburn and indigestion makes millions of people miserable almost daily. Continuous digestive problems can be the result of poor eating habits, a poor diet or something more serious. You should also consult your health care provider if you believe you suffer from a more serious medical ...
Views: 3262(5 votes) - 5 Foods For More Beautiful Skin - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Jon KWant to get more out of your Thanksgiving meal? Like, say, better skin in addition to turkey-induced fatigue? Our friends at StyleCaster suggest the following five brightly colored foods, many of which are Turkey Day standbys. They said that beauty is skin deep, but let them stand corrected. ...
Views: 1072(3 votes) - ***If You’re Looking Way a Natural Way to Rejuvenate Your Body, Mind and Spirit, You Can’t Afford to Miss This - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Andy LaPointeHave you ever took a step back and really thought about what it takes to live in the 21st century? Computers, the Internet, Blackberries, podcasts and GPS are all supposed to make live simpler. However, it seems the faster the world moves, the more we as individuals need to slow down. Slowing ...
Views: 1761(4 votes) - Eating Nuts To Lose Weight – A Scientific Review - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Matthew PapaconstantinouWill a diet containing nuts ; a food high in calories and fat; lead to weight gain? The surprising answer is no. In fact, adding nuts to your diet could even help you to lose weight. The natural assumption that nuts will cause weight gain has been challenged by a number of scientific studies ...
Views: 5635(3 votes) - ***Smart Food Choices to Flush the Fat - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Andy LaPointeCan the right foods really flush fat from your body? Although at crazy as the concept might sound you can really reshape your body while detoxifying your system. This low-carbohydrate, three-phase diet regimen was created by nutritionist Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D., C.N.S. In this article, ...
Views: 1984(8 votes) - ***Super Foods that Help Fight Stress - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Andy LaPointeNo matter what you do for a living it seems some days life has a way of getting the best of us. Whether it’s working too many hours at your job, chauffeuring your kids all over town for their activities, taking care of your household, or dealing with personal or family matters, stress can take ...
Views: 2149(3 votes) - ***Cherry Juice – Natural Remedy for Maintaining Healthy Joint Function and Soothing Sore Muscles - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Andy LaPointeFor those seeking a natural remedy for maintaining healthy joint function and soothing sore muscles the tart cherry is fast becoming the remedy of choice. Thanks to modern food technology, we are now able to understand what makes this ruby red fruit so effective in fighting muscle soreness and ...
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