31 May 2010
Be it getting down to that big project at work or making your fitness resolutions stick, getting motivated can be a major hurdle. Although most of us are comfortable with our daily routines and manage to get the essentials done, finding the inspiration to go forward with larger projects and goals can be challenging. Procrastinating on our goals is one of the main causes of
31 May 2010
Mangoes are known as
the "king of fruit" and are abundant during the summer season.
28 May 2010
The next time you find yourself standing in line at your favourite coffee shop you might want to take a look at the tea menu. Opting for a hot cup of herbal tea instead of your usual caffeine fix, can actually improve your overall health. Not only will you be saving yourself from the caffeine dehydration cycle, but you wil
28 May 2010
Did you know that 3500 calories = 1 pound? If you can manage to shave
200 calories a day from your diet, that will add up to over 20 lbs lost
in one year! Follow these easy tips to shedding calories and you'll
effortlessly lose the weight with minimal effort:Breakfast87
calories. Instead of two whole eggs at breakfast, substitute for 4 egg
whites.
27 May 2010
Water is an essential part of life and
comprises about 60% of our body weight. If you're not drinking enough
water, then chances are your body is not functioning properly. Water
aids digestion, removes toxins, transports nutrients, protects joints
and tissues while regulating body temperature.
26 May 2010
According to a recent study conducted by Dutch researchers, heart patients with poor health outlooks were found to be less likely to complain to their physicians or nurses about their conditions. The study in fact concluded that people with type D personalities (a person prone to worry, depression, fear and dist
26 May 2010
The first lady, Michelle Obama, made a major announcement last week in
her bid to reduce the current levels of childhood obesity. Her Let's
Move! campaign has pledged to reduce the amount of calories sold in food
by 1 trillion annually by 2012 and 1.5 trillion by 2015. Her goal is to
reverse the obesity epidemic of childhood obesity within one
generation.
25 May 2010
Negative thinking is rampant in our society, with increasing levels of stress and anxiety putting people into a continuous state of fight or flight. Once negative thinking patterns get established it can be quite difficult to break them. But, paying attention to that little voice in your head that is telling you, you should have done this or that, can be an important means of learni
25 May 2010
Delay the inevitable signs of aging with super foods
that enhance brain function, erase wrinkles, boost your immunity, strengthen your heart and
bones. The following list of foods should be eaten
in great regularity if you want to be super human!
24 May 2010
By now most people have heard about cleansing or fasting as it is sometimes referred too and probably even know a few people who have tried one. If you have been wondering about whether or not a cleanse is right for you, keep reading to find out the many health benefits.
21 May 2010
Eating yogurt has never been more popular. Now that the beneficial health effects of probiotics are being touted by an increasingly vocal segment of the medical community, more and more people are opting to add it into their daily regime.
21 May 2010
Vegetables are major sources of fibre,
vitamins, minerals and antioxidants - everything we ne
20 May 2010
If like most people in the western world you are on a diet and trying to lose weight you may be experience salad fatigue. After days and day or months and months as the case may be of watching your caloric intake by munching on celery sticks and greens, you’ll probably be bored out of your mind. So if you feel you can’t stomach one more green salad this week, keep reading to find ou
20 May 2010
Bok Choy is a white cabbage that is commonly used in Asian cuisine.
19 May 2010
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Until recently the importance of sea
vegetables has been largely overlooked. In more recent years however
more and more people are realizing the benefits of sea vegetables for
their health.
19 May 2010
If you're stuck on wondering the reason for your weight gain,
you'll be interested in knowing that the four main reasons are excessive drinking, lack of exercise, too much red meat and a
diet high in fast foods. Knowing that, we've assembled some easy tips to enhance your
dietary and fitness choices to get you losing a few inches off your
waist in no time.
18 May 2010
The coconut palm has for some time known been known as the tree of life. Coconuts, and especially coconut oil, have been known to have a wide variety of healing properties. Coconut oil or coconut butter as it is sometimes called is derived from the coconut kernel. Virgin coconut oil comes from the fresh coconut whereas regular oil comes from dried coconuts.
18 May 2010
The apple tree originates from Asia and
belongs to the rose family Rosaceae. Crispy, fleshy, sweet and sour,
apples have been around since the Garden of Eden and contain great
amounts of nutritional goodness. High in fibre, low in calories, apples
are antioxidant-rich and full of vitamin C. Here are some great health
benefits of apples:
17 May 2010
According to retired generals cited in the Washington Post alongside the army’s own statistical records, Americans are getting too fat to serve. Figures from a report on national health from a few years ago showed that twenty-seven percent of Americans aged 17-24 are so overweight that they cannot fight in the military.
14 May 2010
Based on the premise that every body is different and therefore everyone should have a diet plan customized for them, SmartDiets developed a system to do just that. Thie rystem creates a diet plan specificly for you. From their website: "Some people need a low-fat diet; others need a low-carbohydrates diet.
14 May 2010
Wheat grass is the young
grass of the common wheat plant that when juiced or dried, provides a
rich source of chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, 15 amino acids and 80
enzymes.
13 May 2010
Michelle Obama, in her quest to end childhood obesity, has a message to
women - maintain a healthy weight when pregnant and breast-feed your
babies to reduce obesity in children. This is one of 70 recommendations
released Tuesday as part of her campaign against childhood obesity.
13 May 2010
As some people know apple cider vinegar is a clear sparkling type of vinegar which is chalked full of health benefits. Not only can this delicious and nutritious vinegar be utilized in cooking, for instance in marinating meat, fish and poultry and for making great salad dressings, but it can also help restore the body’s health.
12 May 2010
While many people simply adore a hefty piece of grilled salmon come summer barbecue season, others revolt at the smell and taste of fish. If you are one of the latter who finds fish somewhat distasteful you can still get the many benefits of fish without suffering through a full filet. Fish oil is a powerful alternative and an easy way to reap the benefits of fish without holding yo
12 May 2010
Adding nuts to your diet and improve your
health, according to a new study published this Monday in the American
Medical Association's Archives of Internal Medicine.
11 May 2010
According to a recent study by America’s Nutrilite Health Institute, most Americans are deficient in phytonutrients. This is not only the case in America of course, but in most parts of the world today as well. Failing to eat sufficient quantities of vegetables and fruits not only prevents you from getting these important nutrients, but such a shortage also decreases the likelihood
11 May 2010
We dieters often starve ourselves in our
bid to lose weight, which results in a slower metabolism inevitably
leading to an increase in weight down the road. Change your strategy and
eat these fat-fighting foods to help you reach your weight loss goals:
10 May 2010
If you’re looking to improve your overall health then adding more fruit to your diet is a sure-fire solution. Fruit is chalked full of important vitamins and minerals. Fruit is exceptionally helpful for boosting immune function, fighting off disease, improving digestion and beatifying your skin and body from the inside out. If you’re gearing up to start eating healthier then a
7 May 2010
Although we hear a lot about the benefits of greens, there are lots of vitamins and minerals that are essential to our health that come in fruits and veggies of other colours. Orange fruits and vegetables are some of the most important ones when it comes to health. Adding these delicious and lively coloured little nutrient dense substances to our diets can go a long way to protectin
7 May 2010
Our weekend is often filled with social activities, free time and lots
of great food. The weekends are less structured than the weekdays which
can result in excessive eating and less physical activity. Even the most
dedicated can often fall off the wagon and it may be difficult to
maintain our eating habits on the weekends.
6 May 2010
Many people are increasingly coming to realize that a diet heavy in meats can be less than ideal for one’s health and for one’s waist line. Not only this, but eating red meat is actually harmful for the environment. With so many reasons now to reduce meat consumption, finding alternatives for meal planning is essential.
6 May 2010
Turmeric is a staple
spice in Indian curries and has been recognized by Chinese and Ayurveda
for its medicinal benefits. Turmeric is a plant that
belongs in the ginger family and its rhizomes are what gives curry its
yellow-orange color.
5 May 2010
A recent study suggests that high blood pressure, high cholesterol and/or diabetes now affects almost half of all American adults. More surprisingly still, nearly one in seven of these adults do not know that they have one of these conditions. Millions of people remain undiagnosed thereby leading to more g
5 May 2010
1-Day Cleanse - If you've only got 1 day to
cleanse, fasting would be your best option to improve your digestion and immune system. Digesting food takes a lot of energy and fasting enables your digestive system to rest, giving you more energy to self-heal and repair. Drink lemon juice, warm
water and herbal teas.
4 May 2010
A new study published in Britain, reveals that the type of play in which your child engages in will help determine his or her future health.
4 May 2010
New research presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual
meeting in Vancouver, Canada showed that extremely low birthweight
infants (ELBW) who received probiotics in their feedings experienced
better weight gain that infants who weren't g
3 May 2010
Eggs are highly nutritious that contain
large amounts of protein, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. They are
also an inexpensive way to get your protein as one large chicken eggs
contains 7 grams of protein.
3 May 2010
Researchers at the University of Michigan Health System have recently concluded a study on the effects of grapes in preventing cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome. Scientists discovered that the phytochemicals contained in regular table grapes (green, red and black) contain high levels of natural antioxidant
