30 July 2010
Bisphenol
A (BPA) is a chemical created by the Dupont Corporation and is an
estrogen-like organic compound found in plastic products. It is so
ubiquitous that it’s found in 93% of all Americans and nearly all living
animals. It is a dangerous chemical (though the chemical companies deem
it safe) that can cause serious reproductive disorders.
30 July 2010
Fish oil has been widely recognized in the world of nutrition as a powerhouse in maintaining good health, and a crucial part of any well balanced diet. Millions of people take fish oil pills for various ailments including arthritis and depression, however recent exciting research has shown that fish oils also serve an important preventive role, most notably in the fight against breast cancer.
29 July 2010
Getting in shape can be a difficult task even at the best of times. But, if your partner doesn’t support you or isn’t into making healthy lifestyle choices it can be even harder. If however you and your partner are both motivated to get moving and work off a few pounds or just get a little harder, then you are certainly in luck as below is a list of some of the best workouts to do a
29 July 2010
Proteins
are found in all living cells and are necessary for the proper
functioning of organisms. They are essential for the growth and repair
of tissue and are found in meats, animal products and legumes.
28 July 2010
Have you adopted Ginseng into your health routine? There are a surprising number of ways to consume the ginseng root and experience its many health benefits.
28 July 2010
Since
KFC launched their Double Down, a breadless bacon sandwich with
Colonel’s Sauce and cheese between two slabs of deep fried chicken, fast
food chains have disregarded health concerns and have launched
disgustingly unhealthy, high calorie, high sodium sandwiches.
27 July 2010
Do you suffer from allergies? Approximately 1 in 5 people suffer from some form of allergy to indoor or outdoor allergens such as foods, drugs, animals and pollens. An allergy is essentially an overreaction by the immune system to a foreign substance. Many people with allergies do not realize they are suffering from an allergic reaction.
27 July 2010
People
today lead hectic lives and it can be difficult to find the
time to prepare and eat well-balanced meals. Your diet should consist of
nutrients which ensure proper maintenance of the body for growth,
repair and energy. Here are our top fitness foods that you should
incorporate into your diet to enhance your workout, fuel your body and accelerate muscle repair:
26 July 2010
Do you feel that you have hit a plateau in your weight loss efforts? Are you finding that what was previously working for you before is no longer achieving the same results? There are several ways in which we could be slowing down, or even stopping, our weight loss progress.
23 July 2010
Water contributes to our health in more ways than most of us realize. Water enables our bodies to function, restore and cleanse.
23 July 2010
Protein can be found in every
cell in the body and plays an important role in the
development of the skin, muscles, organs and glands. Most people think
that protein is mainly found in meat but I want to highlight some
delicious vegetarian proteins that can bring variety to your diet.
22 July 2010
Cinnamon is a simple and ancient spice that provides a wide range of health benefits. Commonly used as an additive to foods, cinnamon also carries anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. It comes from a small tree found in South Asia and also in the Middle East and contains sources of fibre, iron and calcium. Some of the health benefits of cinnamon are:Blood sugar control
22 July 2010
Your diet has an extreme influence over your metabolism and proper nutrition habits will ensure that your metabolism is running along at a fast
clip. Starving
yourself or going on a crash diet may seem like an easy path to weight
loss, but it’s actually counterproductive and will end up leading to
weight gain in the long run.
22 July 2010
It’s an invisible
entity, one whose existence is the source of unending debate; even
so, the soul is a very important part of every human being. It is
what differentiates us from other life forms; it is the very core of
who we really are; and it is what makes us essentially human.
21 July 2010
Fighting, even the most rough and
tumble brawling, is an art form and one of which that doesn't require
actual physical altercations at your local gym, dojo, or even pub to
acquire.
21 July 2010
Recently, the American Geriatrics Society released a tip sheet designed to offer guidance for seniors about how to age with health. The list was released in order to help aging adults with information regarding what makes a difference when it comes to getting old healthily.
21 July 2010
Good fats play an important role in energy, healthy cell function, development of the brain, skin and hair. Too much bad fat and illnesses such as obesity, high blood pressure and heart disease can occur.
20 July 2010
There are days when the last thing we want to be thinking about while we exercise is what we have on. However, there is scientifically engineered clothing that has been made specifically for fitness. It can help to reduce sweat and to allow the clothing to breathe and get you the best fit for being active.
19 July 2010
A recent medical study confirmed that differences between individuals in both health and lifestyle can have an impact on how much vitamin D they need. According to the study conducted by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), a preliminary model will now be able to predict an individual’s vitamin D requirements.
19 July 2010
Magnesium is the
fourth most abundant mineral in the human body and is responsible for
over 300 biochemical reactions. Magnesium is important for the proper
bone, blood, tissue and organ maintenance.
16 July 2010
Ok so you’ve set out a list of goals you hope to achieve and are now on your to set about accomplishing them. But, like many people, there comes a time when all that motivation that you started with begins to dwindle. This can often happen when we feel that we are putting in a lot of effort but seeing very few results.
15 July 2010
Did you know that only 1% percent of us ever live our entire lives without experiencing a headache at some point? What about migraine headaches? According to a study approximately 25% of women and 8% of men will have a migraine at some point in their life time.
14 July 2010
If you are recovering from injury, new to exercise, want a new way to get a workout, consider water as a great alternative to traditional cardiovascular exercise. Water conditioning has no impact and cushions your entire body as you exercise so it will prevent you from injuring yourself.
13 July 2010
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient to our health. Vitamin C is actually considered an anti-oxidant. This vitamin is responsible for several processes within our body and without vitamin C our body has little protection against oxidative stress. This is a process that causes cell damage and toxic effects through the production of free radicals and peroxides.
12 July 2010
Your greatest defense against poor spending habits and impulse junk food purchases in the grocery store is to go in with a plan and stick to it. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your grocery store and maybe even save a few bucks as well.
9 July 2010
Balance is something that we all struggle to maintain in everyday life. With our busy schedules, family responsibilities and lists of to-do’s that just keep getting longer and longer by the day we need to find ways to reestablish basic balance. How do we not only keep up with life but bring balance to everything we do?
8 July 2010
There are so many health benefits to garlic although many of us don’t even realize it when we use it in our every day cooking. If you aren’t already using it in all of your cooking, here are some of the benefits you might want to consider.
7 July 2010
Meditation is about learning to become present in the moment. Being present in your life and having a calm mind are essential to optimal health. A quiet mind however is not something all of us can make happen automatically. If you’ve never taken the time to meditate or perhaps you are struggling with meditation here are some ways to improve upon this in your life.
6 July 2010
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) occurs most often while fasting. Reactive hypoglycemia most commonly occurs after a meal usually 2 to 5 hours after eating. The cause of this is not yet clear.
5 July 2010
Pets are our best friends and confidants; not only are they a part of our lives but a part of our families. Ask any pet owner about how their pet plays a role in their lives and expect that they will have many stories to share about how their lives have been enriched.
2 July 2010
There are many benefits of massage particularly with the host of health problems facing people today. Whether you are an athlete, someone living with chronic pain, or just someone who spends a lot of time seated or in a similar position with stiff muscles, you can benefit in many ways from massage therapy.Massage therapy treatments can:
1 July 2010
Did you know that when you are doing abdominal exercises such as leg raises, sit ups or bicycle crunches you are actually making use of your hip flexors? Here is some vital information about these muscles and a simple exercise that you can do anywhere.
