Stocking up on good fats
/The key is focusing on “good” fats rather than “bad” ones. Let’s take a look at the monounsaturated fats and the polyunsaturated fats that are good for our body:
Read MoreThe key is focusing on “good” fats rather than “bad” ones. Let’s take a look at the monounsaturated fats and the polyunsaturated fats that are good for our body:
Read MoreBelow are some of the most potent herbal remedies to try in this battle against stress and anxiety:
Read MoreThese food cravings can be both physiological and psychological, but both can be overcome with some useful techniques.
Read MoreMost pop culture watchers will trace the start of our H2O fixation to a 5 million dollar marketing campaign by the Perrier corporation in 1977.
Read MoreAntioxidants prevent cancer associated cells from attacking healthy cells and can decrease cancer risk.
Read MoreTurmeric. Turmeric is an important spice for the liver. It supports enzymes in the liver which help rid the organ of harmful dietary toxins, such as carcinogens. Turmeric also promotes the production of bile in the liver, which helps our bodies digest fats in the small intestine.
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A new study says flavonoids can help with erectile dysfunction. By eating certain foods, like brightly colored fruits and vegetables, rich in flavonoids, men could be able to easily cut their risk for the common sexual disorder.
Read MoreMen and women have one thing in common when it comes to weight loss – they will do whatever it takes to get the weight off fast. One method individuals commonly resort to for fast weight loss is fad diets. Fad diets promise dramatic weight loss results but their unfounded promises usually do not result in keeping the weight off long term and are not considered a healthy way to lose unwanted pounds.
Read MoreWhat did you have for breakfast today? If you’re trying to lose extra pounds or prevent them to begin with, consuming a high protein breakfast may be an answer. There’s more research than ever demonstrating how a high-protein breakfast is being used as a successful strategy in promoting weight loss and/or preventing weight gain both in teenagers and adults.
Read MoreThere are certain foods that simply stand out as a nutrient-rich, healthy food. But then, there are those more subtle, less charismatic foods that are just as beneficial in promoting your health but without all the fanfare. This is where allium vegetables come to mind. Forget about those other plant-based foods flashing bright, pretty colors or having a pleasing, sweet taste, these low-key vegetables may be humble but are nevertheless an important part of a healthy diet.
Read MoreYou may have been hearing a lot about kombucha, or seen it on the shelf at the supermarket or health food store. But do you actually know what this tea-like drink is? Kombucha is a fermented tea that is often marketed as a health drink. Because it is fermented, the tea has a distinct vinegary flavor.
Read MoreHave you ever started getting real snappy with people for no reason at all? Has it always been after not eating for a few hours? Do you feel instantly better once you have a meal? What you are experiencing is the feeling of being “hangry”, a real thing.
Read MoreWhile some diets say eating less fat is better for losing weight, other say eating less carbs is the key. According to a new study, it may not really matter which diet you choose. Researchers were trying to figure out which diet may be better than the other – a topic that has long been controversial. Many people who are looking for a new diet often wonder which diet is best or which one is better than another.
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Walnuts are a powerful antioxidant. They are most nutritious when consumed as a whole, including the skin. 90 percent of antioxidants are found in skin. Look for nuts that are organic and raw. Other healthy nuts include: macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, Brazil nuts, hazelnuts, cashews, almonds and pistachios.
Read MoreLosing weight and keeping it off is a struggle for many people out there. More often than not, people who have lost weight tend to gain it back rather than keep it off. But why is this? What in our nature makes it easier to gain the weight back than keep it off? Recent research has sought to find out what happens after weight loss that leads to weight re-gain.
Read MoreChicken soup. Chicken soup helps you get the fluids you need to boost your immune system. Research shows that eating chicken soup can help with the healing process. When it’s hot, chicken soup can improve the way tiny hair-like parts in the passages of your nose protect your body from bacteria and viruses.
Read MoreThey say everything in moderation, however with junk food, it's important to stay as far away as possible. Junk food, especially processed foods are simply never a good idea. The problem is, sometimes it can be hard to decipher what junk food is. Some things common sense tell us to stay away from, even though fighting cravings can feel impossible. Other foods seem healthy, but are just junk food in disguise. What should we be cutting from out diet, forever?
Read MoreIt’s hard to tell from week to week whether fat is supposed to be your friend or your foe. When we talk about fats, understand it’s the type of fat that matters. There are really good, healthy fats for you – monounsaturated and polyunsaturated - and then there are the not-so-good fats you should avoid – saturated and trans fat. Being able to sort out the “wheat from the chaff” or in this case, the “healthy fats from the unhealthy fats” can set you on the path towards making smart choices impacting your health.
Read MoreBananas are a favorite fruit among many, but the benefits go well beyond this tasty yellow snack. For those who love bananas, they are known to lower blood pressure, and boost sexual performance. Bananas also help your body get rid of excess water weight, minimizing your stomach area. The biggest health benefit of bananas, however, comes from its high potassium content. This yellow fruit boasts, 400 milligrams per serving.
Read MoreMost people would likely feel that they could stand to lose a few pounds. Some have even struggled with weight loss their entire life. One of the major reasons people as a whole struggle with weight loss is a busy lifestyle, where they find they cannot commit to better, healthier habits. For most, this takes great discipline. There are tons of weight loss strategies and trends from intermittent fasting and HIIT training, to juicing and detoxing for losing weight. But what, if anything actually works aside from the right combination of diet and exercise? Well, one new study might have the answer, and it’s a simple one.
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