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How often do you think about your hormones? I think about them all of the time! From good sleep to belly fat, hormones rule everything. And the further I look into it, the more I realize that hormones are everywhere. Take vitamin D, for example. It’s not actually a vitamin; it’s a hormone. What does a lack of this hormone have in common with other types of hormonal imbalances? It can cause hair loss. Today, we’re focusing on vitamin D...
A new revolution has occurred in video games. You no longer need to sit idle playing games and gain weight. There is a new breed of video games that is called "Exergaming" which allows you to get exercise and lose weight by playing video games. Lose weight playing video games:What is ExergamingTypes of ExergamesList of Top 10 Exergames:Additional Resources What is Exergaming Exergaming, a portmanteau of "exercise" and "gaming," refers to video...
A high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet like the Keto regimen has its fans, but influenza apparently isn't one of them. Ways the Keto Diet can help combat the flu virus:Can the Keto Diet Keto Diet can help combat the flu virus?How the Keto Diet WorksUnderstanding Keto's Influence on Flu VirusThe Flu Shot is still the best protection. In a recent Yale University laboratory study, mice fed a ketogenic diet were better able to combat the flu virus than...
Is Belly Fat Caused by Healthy Foods? What’s your waist-to-hip ratio? We often see this number thrown about in relation to what ratio is most attractive to the opposite sex. But it’s relevant for a much more important reason. Even if you’re not overweight, collecting more weight around your middle can spell trouble. In general, a thicker waist can indicate a higher risk of heart disease, among other illnesses. Health organizations recommend...
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...
Wake up at 6:00. Breakfast, chores, and out the door by 8:00. Work 9:00 to 5:00. Drive home and pick up food by 6:00. Collapse in front of the TV at 7:00. Berate yourself for not going to the gym again at 9:00. Bed by 11:00. Rinse and repeat. With a schedule like this one, it’s no wonder we don’t have the energy to drag ourselves to the gym. After spending the day taking care of others and putting out fires, we’re depleted and need to rest and...
Tell me... do you know how to reduce cholesterol naturally home remedies? No? Have you had your cholesterol checked lately? It’s a simple blood test done at the doctor’s office. But it can tell you so much about your body. Is your diet working? Are you naturally predisposed to high cholesterol? Are you at risk for certain diseases? You won’t believe what we discovered… stay with me on this. I hear a lot from...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8cexmYOknI&t=2s The video is a fitness tutorial focusing on a seven-minute high-intensity workout designed for burning fat, training muscles, and improving overall health. Below is a summarized outline of the video content: 7 Minute Workout to Lose Weight1. Jumping Jacks2. Wall Squat:3. Push-Ups4. Crunch:5. Step Up:6. Squats:7. Triceps Dips:8. High Knee Run:9. Front Lunges:10. Side Plank:11. Push-Ups with...
Deadly Nightshades Atropa Belladonna... Over the last two years, I have noticed the word “nightshades” is increasingly cropping up in dietary debates. I even read this... ...in an interview with the personal chef to supermodel Gisele Bundchen and football star Tom Brady: “[Tom] doesn’t eat nightshades, because they’re not anti-inflammatory. So no tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, or eggplants… I’m very cautious about tomatoes. They cause...
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....
Let me ask you a question... ...would you like to know the best blender for juicing vegetables? How big is your kitchen? I know, that’s a rather personal question. Is it? Allow me to explain... Listen... ...I have been there. Prior to moving into my current home, I had a kitchen with extremely limited storage space. On one hand, I got to practice a kind of minimalism. Forced minimalism. On the other, I didn’t have room for as many...
Health Benefits of Ginger and Turmeric Tea How much tea do you drink? The many health benefits of ginger and turmeric tea. When my water intake dips lower than I’d like, I augment my fluid intake with tea. Herbal blends, in particular, have many medicinal benefits and give my system a good flush. The problem is, sometimes I brew a bag and it tastes kind of weak, or stale. Then, I wonder how long that box was sitting on a shelf before I bought...
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