Archive for Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Danger! Low Fat Foods May Be Making You Fatter!
Posted by: | CommentsFor the past 30 years or so the Western world has seen a huge rise in the popularity of low fat foods. Yet, in the same time frame the Western world has also seen a huge rise in obesity rates. If we are all eating low fat diets why are we all getting fatter? There [...]
Read More...9 Tips For Eating Healthy Foods Without Deprivation
Posted by: | CommentsYou are what you eat. We have all heard this phrase over and over, but how many of us stop to consider what that really means? Are you eating healthy fresh foods? Are you a picture of glowing health and vitality? Or do you live on a diet of junk foods, deep fried chicken and [...]
Read More...The Benefits Of Garlic In Lowering Blood Pressure Naturally
Posted by: | CommentsApproximately 73 million people in the US and 16 million in the UK have high blood pressure. This equates to roughly one adult in three. Scarily, more than 28% of people suffering from high blood pressure are blissfully unaware that they even have it.* Untreated high blood pressure is a major cause of death, contributing [...]
Read More...Healthy Eating On A Budget. Reduce The Dollars And The Pounds
Posted by: | CommentsMost of us think that healthy eating on a budget is impossible, or downright tricky. Now, while certified organic foods and vegetables may well be more expensive than their non-organic cousins, there are still plenty of ways to have a healthier diet and reduce the grocery bill. Here’s how:
* Grow your own fruit, veges and [...]
Read More...The Many Benefits Of High Fiber Foods Can Include Weight Loss
Posted by: | CommentsThere are many health giving benefits of high fiber foods. Your parents were right when they told you to eat your veges. Having a daily diet rich in high fiber foods is an easy way to assist with bowel health, reduce bad cholesterol, stabilize blood sugar levels, and help manage weight.
What is fiber?
Fiber is a [...]
How Do High Protein Diets Work In Keeping Lost Pounds Off?
Posted by: | CommentsOK. So you have lost your love handles and dropped a dress size. Fantastic. Now you want to keep it off. There is nothing worse than losing all that weight to have it all creep back on. However, new research has shown that by following a high protein diet you can easily keep those lost [...]
Read More...Brain Foods Make For A Healthy Mind And Body
Posted by: | CommentsMore and more research is showing the correlation between what we consume and how our brains perform. Much like every other organ of our body, the brain needs a certain amount and type of nutrition to produce optimal performance. Can you really improve your IQ or your concentration? The answer would seem to be “Yes”. [...]
Read More...Benefits Of Eating Breakfast
Posted by: | CommentsThere are many benefits of eating breakfast. The main ones are a more even blood sugar level, better energy levels, sharper concentration, a faster metabolism, and improved moods. The word breakfast literally means “breaking the fast” which is what your body has been in since your dinner the previous energy. When you skip breakfast your [...]
Read More...What Is The Recommended Daily Water Intake To Maintain Optimal Health?
Posted by: | CommentsConstantly thirsty, fatigued, and suffering headaches can all be the signs of dehydration. To maintain optimal health you need to ensure an adequate intake of fluids daily. Your body requires a certain amount of water daily to maintain essential life giving properties. All your vital organs, and in particular, your kidneys, require water to function. [...]
Read More...The Health Benefits Of Juice Over Soda Pop – The Scary Statistics
Posted by: | CommentsThe health benefits of juice over soda pop are numerous. 100% juices can be a great and convenient way to consume your daily serve of fruits and vegetables. Children who are finicky eaters can really benefit from having their fruits and vegetables freshly juiced.
Recent research has proven that you will still be receiving all of [...]
Truth About Fats – The Good, Bad, Evil, And The Essential
Posted by: | CommentsWhen we hear the word “fat” most of us immediately think weight gain, cellulite, cholesterol, or hot chips. Over the years, many of us have been indoctrinated into thinking that all fats are bad and should never be consumed. However, more and more research is showing that there are “good fats” and “bad fats”. In [...]
Read More...Do You Know The Truth About Sodium And Salt?
Posted by: | CommentsReducing your daily salt, or sodium, intake can be extremely beneficial for your health. There are many simple and easy ways to reduce your salt consumption. Read on for the truth about salt and sodium.
The consumption of too much salt, or sodium, has long been associated with health issues such as high blood pressure (hypertension), [...]
