Archive for September, 2008

Vegetarianism and Personal Health
Friday, September 12th, 2008

One of the beautiful things about living in the United States is the freedom that we are given to exercise our rights and choose the kind of lifestyle that we ultimately want to live. Fortunately, we also have that specific choice when it comes to our own personal health. While growing up, I found that [...]

Please, No Dairy For Me, It’s Against My Belief
Friday, September 12th, 2008

Vegans are split on consuming dairy products in the vegan diet… Its not so much on if its acceptable or not - but more on what reasons.
True vegans will abstain from eating dairy. This my be for ethical reasons or it could be nutritional and could also be both in some cases.
The ethical reasons vary [...]

What Are Good Power Foods For Healthy Living?
Friday, September 12th, 2008

As we get older, we naturally become much more focused on our health. Perhaps we feel our clock is ticking and see the toll that premature aging takes on those around us.
Maybe it’s just that we’re not consumed with worrying about who’s talking about us, what our test scores will be, how we’re going to [...]

Eat Stop Eat Review - Intermittent Fasting
Friday, September 12th, 2008

I’m here to share with you an Eat Stop Eat Review. This is a product that helps to guide you through the process of intermittent fasting in a safe way. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, the idea is that you can eat as much as you want for a 24hr period, than the next [...]

What Are the Benefits of Protein Shakes?
Friday, September 12th, 2008

Many people resort to protein shakes as a means of weight loss and enhanced performance. One of the main ingredients in these drinks is protein, a compound known as a building block for muscle, bone, skin, and other tissues. Many experts believe that people who are healthy can benefit from drinking these enriched liquids. Meal [...]

Nutrigenetics - Nutrition For Your Genes?
Friday, September 12th, 2008

Nutrigenetics is something that could change the whole face of human nutrition and health as we know it. With the help of new technology, scientists and researchers are now able to study DNA and human genes like never before. As a result, we might be able to pinpoint and rectify genetic defects in our [...]

Calculating Your Daily Nutrient Intake
Friday, September 12th, 2008

Along with the visual representation of the recommended daily intake of nutrient-rich foods, the food pyramid also suggests a personalized approach to physical activity. Requirement of physical activity varies from person to person depending on lifestyle, food habits, body composition and other things. By accessing the web sites related to food pyramid you can get [...]

Water Weight - How to Lose It!
Friday, September 12th, 2008

What Is Water Weight?
Water weight is the extra weight one carries due to water retention. This can make you feel bloated and cause your extremities (toes, fingers, wrists, and ankles) to be puffy. It can also affect your face, causing it to look swollen. Fortunately, there is a simple solution to this problem. Read on [...]

What Are the Health Benefits of Tomatoes?
Friday, September 12th, 2008

How many health benefits can a small fruit provide? Well, in the case of the tomato, numerous health benefits can be attributed to this particular fruit. Tomatoes are loaded with countless health properties that aid in reducing and preventing some of the most life threatening diseases.
First of all, tomatoes contain four major carutenoids: alpha carotene, [...]

Do Energy Drinks Really Give You Loads of Energy Or is it Just Hogwash?
Friday, September 12th, 2008

I have people asking me this question ALL THE TIME! Wondering what I think about those energy drinks that are very popular these days…
And it is hard to ignore them because the supplement manufacturers make all kinds of outrageous claims of instant energy boosters that will give you an competitive edge over your rivals.
So… are [...]