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Are you still considering a fish oil supplement? They’ve become very popular over the last decade, but a lot of us are still on the fence. That’s because many of us... ...myself included... are concerned about overfishing, bad science, and heavy metal toxicity. Seriously, the more you read, the more confusing it becomes. It gets better/worse: It gets better/worse: We have to weigh those concerns against the fact that we need omega-3 fatty...
Making your own kombucha is a fun and rewarding process. Kombucha is a fermented tea drink that's known for its health benefits, particularly its probiotic content. See our previous article, The Benefits of Kombucha, here is a brief overview: Benefits of Kombucha Certainly! Kombucha is a fermented tea that has been consumed for thousands of years. It is rich in beneficial probiotics and other compounds. Here are some of the touted benefits of...
Best coffee secrets? Tell me if this sounds familiar. You’re on the clock, and it’s 3 p.m. You don’t know if you can make it in the next few hours. So... ...you walk to the corner store or break room and grab a cup of coffee. You toss it back right away and wait for your second wind. However, twenty minutes later, you’re drowsier than ever. That coffee had the exact opposite effect! Is this even possible? Actually... Yes. Caffeine can make...
Garlic Secrets. What are the big garlic secrets I’m talking about? How much garlic do you use in the average recipe? A pressed clove here, a diced teaspoon there? In proportion to the main ingredients in a dish, it’s a small amount. What’s the big secret I’m talking about? But as it turns out... ...that little addition is significant on health benefits. Hey, if the pungent odor is any indication, it’s more potent than any other edible bulb....
It’s that time of year again. Leaves are falling from the trees, there’s pumpkin spice everything, and the ubiquitous candy displays are doing nothing for your diet. But there’s one colorful display that you probably pass right on by with your shopping cart—squash! Whenever I ask people about winter squash, they inevitably reply with something along the lines of “those pretty fall decorations?” Well, sort of . . . but not what I was going for....
You've tried virtually every "diet" you can think of and still haven't lost weight. Or, perhaps you've lost weight only to gain it back quickly. You feel like you are in a never-ending battle you can't win. Does this sound familiar? Stop beating yourself over the head in frustration and stop believing in the weight loss and exercise myths! More than likely, you just aren't armed with the correct information to help you successfully reach your...
How do you feel about carbohydrates? They’re good if you need energy, but a lot of carbs can lead to weight gain, right? Which brings me to the next question... Do you think there are any benefits of eating dates in the morning? “uh, what?” Okay… we’ll get back to that in just a minute. And how do you feel about sugar? It’s the devil, isn’t it? Not only does it lead to weight gain, but it contributes to disease. What if I told you that...
Home exercise programs are a great way to keep fit and lose weight. Along with proper diet and nutrition, an exercise program can help speed your metabolism and burn calories faster. There are a number of home exercise videos that will give you the direction and motivation you need to burn fat and lose weight quickly. But, why are exercise videos a great option in your home exercise program? The Convenience Factor: Exercise at your convenience....
Fructose the bad, the good and the best nutrition secrets. How many health truisms do you hear on a weekly basis? Drink lots of water. Abs are made in the kitchen. You are what you eat. And one I find myself repeating frequently: Sugar is a dangerous drug. While our parents were more likely to be worried about fat, we’re all about limiting sugar. Do you know anyone on the paleo diet? I do, and I can tell...
What’s your least favorite part of trying on bathing suits? For many, it’s not necessarily our weight or the shape of our bodies. When you look carefully, it’s the ugly texture of the skin around your waist or cellulite on stomach. Honestly... ...you can be almost any weight. That’s when I realized… Cellulite will still be the straw that broke the camel’s back in terms of body image. Worst yet, dieting and exercise aren’t a guaranteed...
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...
Have you ever tried to induce a state called ketosis? “uh, what?” Let me explain the... Negatives of ketogenic diet. Ketosis can happen whether we work for it or not. The keto diet is insanely effective... Is it a good fit for you? Should you do it? When we don’t eat enough carbohydrates, our body looks for fat to use as energy. When fat is our energy source, we have higher concentrations of ketones. This is what the ketogenic...
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Dieting
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Exercise
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Nutrition
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