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The secret ingredient to my healthy recipes. Have you ever tried a Mediterranean diet? It wouldn’t surprise me if you had. It was pretty trendy around the turn of the century. But unlike most fad diets, this one is something worth sticking to. It involves little (if any) red meat, quality olive oils over animal fats and plenty of plants. It also includes lots of ripe, vitamin-packed tomatoes as a foundation. Today... ...we’re going to...
I won’t deny that at the first sign of a cold snap, I pick up the holy trinity of campfire goodness: chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers. Naturally, it’s all “for the kids,” but it would be rude not to partake when we are all sitting around the toasty fire, right? If you find yourself making excuses for the melty, crunchy goodness that is a fireside s’more, fret no more. As it turns out, sitting by the fire has been proven to reduce...
The Best High Protein, Low Carb Meals: 7 Quick and Easy Recipes Exposed Above all, we have different bodies with different needs. You see, we are all biologically individual. That’s why you didn’t lose the weight by following someone else’s diet to the letter. In my time... ...I’ve tried them all. Low calorie, zero carbs, low fat, no food after 6 p.m., high raw, six small meals a day. Honestly, every variation you can think of. Eventually, I...
Have you ever had a pimple that was especially angry? You know - one that’s not just a bump, but a LUMP. It sits further beneath your skin, and seems to have a heartbeat all its own. It hurts, it itches, and it won’t go away. Few things are more damaging to our self confidence than cystic acne. While we let other imperfections slide, cystic pimples have us scrambling for a cure. Today, we’re talking about how to treat cystic acne at...
Being obese is one of the leading causes of heart disease! Obesity is defined as a body mass index of 30 or more. Some people may think that being overweight doesn't matter because they are not technically obese, but it does have an effect on heart health. People who are overweight are 50 percent more likely to have high blood pressure or to have high blood sugar, which can lead to diabetes. Obesity is also a big risk factor for high...
What’s the most important piece of health advice you’ve ever gotten? It might differ from the piece of advice you get the most - to drink more water. It seems we don’t discuss a single topic pertaining to our health without the reminder to drink plenty of water. But how much do we really need? Is it better if we drink more, more, and more still? Take five liters, for instance - what are the benefits of drinking 5 liters of...
Do you get excited over new kitchen gadgets? Personally, I’m all about them. Would you be interested in knowing about the best cheap smoothie blenders? You would? Great! Then read on for the best guide to budget blenders... One year... ...this high-end blender was at the top of my wish list. It wasn’t the best of the best, mind you, but it was still firmly in the three-figure range. I did a happy dance when I opened it on my birthday that...
The word "aerobic" literally means "with oxygen" or "in the presence of oxygen." According to the Cleveland Clinic the definition is - Aerobic exercise is a physical activity that uses your body’s large muscle groups, is rhythmic and repetitive. It increases your heart rate and how much oxygen your body uses. Examples of aerobic exercises include walking, cycling and swimming. It reduces your risk of heart disease, diabetes, high blood...
In our society, thin and healthy people are considered to achieve more, be more social, and even provide better incomes. One recent study found that obese women made an average of two thousand dollars less every year than their skinny counterparts. This struggle to decide whether to accept oneself as she is or to move toward making different choices and hoping for a different outcome often lands women on the roller coaster search for bigger and...
Get More Omega 3 into Your Diet Have you heard? If not, I’m proud to be the first to tell you - fat is healthy. From preventing strokes and heart disease to reducing inflammation, fat plays a significant role in optimal wellness foods high in omega-3 have unimaginable benefits. fatty acids Omega 3 (mackerel, camelina oil, rapeseed oil, organic egg, pumpkin, flax seeds, walnuts) For decades, the health-conscious have been eyeballing...
Have you ever heard of using fish oil to cure acne? If you regularly deal with breakouts, you’ve tried it all. That said, I’m sure you’ve spent money on a new miracle cure... ...and was it worth it? The trouble is, most “cures” don’t work. In fact, it’s almost as if no solution really works on any two people. What clears up skin seems to be different for everyone. Usually, we buy a product, and if the acne doesn’t get worse, we convince...
Have you ever tried kombucha? No?... you should.This fizzy fermented tea drink offers a plethora of health benefits. And now, you’re thinking… How much kombucha should I drink? First things first. First of all... ...you get the benefits of tea. Depending on the exact type, this can include a high level of antioxidants. Aside from the power of antioxidants, kombucha is a great source...
Get More Omega 3 into Your Diet Have you heard? If not,...
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