2017/04/27
Is Your Weight Loss Diet Weakening Your Teeth? When you’re trying to lose weight, it can be easy to forget about every goal aside from the number on the scale. The choices you make in terms of what you eat and how you exercise can have an impact on many other parts of your body. Though you may not expect it, one of those affected parts may be your teeth. Many of the most popular weight loss strategies – including those considered to be some of the healthiest – aren’t as kind to our teeth and gums as we would like. For instance, while fruit is an excellent food to include in a healthy diet, it is frequently blended into […]
2017/04/18
5 Health Tips for Weight Loss When you’re trying to drop the extra pounds, the right health tips for weight loss can make the difference between a fast and easy process and one that feels like pulling teeth. When you receive the right advice and focus on wellness alongside your excess fat loss, you are far more likely to be able to keep the weight off over the long term once it’s gone. That said, not all health tips for weight loss are created equal. When you’re trying to lose extra pounds, make sure you focus on those that are realistic and achievable goals. Avoid the ones that are geared toward extremes and fads. They’ll only hold you back in […]
2017/04/07
How to Start an Eco-Friendly Eating Plan What you eat every day has a big impact not only upon your health, but also upon the environment. This is why so many people today are focusing on making the best choices for their bodies and the planet. If you are ready to also embark upon an eco-friendly eating plan, it is easier than you probably think. Continue reading to learn how you can get started. Purchase Organic Whenever Possible More and more organic options are hitting farmers markets and supermarket shelves all over the world every day, so take advantage of this. The growing demand for pure and clean foods that haven’t been adulterated by pesticides and herbicides is allowing more […]
2017/03/29
Top Energy Bite Recipes for a Healthy Snack Energy bite recipes are taking off in popularity as we come to realize that most energy bars and drinks really aren’t very good for us and certainly do more harm than good for a weight loss diet. While many of us like to reach for sweets when we hit that mid-afternoon slump, those are pretty harmful, too. Therefore, making your own energy bite recipes can help you to be sure that you have something to give you a boost when you need it. They’ll help you to satisfy that sweetness craving and feel better at the same time. Truly great energy bite recipes help you to steer clear of sugar and […]
2017/03/29
Sugar Source Comparison..Which is Healthiest? These days, sweeteners have come to develop a bad name. That said, regardless of what you think of sugars as a whole, there are certain options that are definitely better than others. By conducting a sugar source comparison, you can better understand your sweeteners. This will allow you to make more informed and healthy choices. Before you get started with a sugar source comparison, it’s important to recognize that there are actually dozens upon dozens of different options. Therefore, it’s better to understand the ones you are most likely to use. That way, you can know whether or not they are worth keeping or whether it’s time to start looking for alternatives. So […]
2017/03/15
Meat and Health: The Facts From a Medical Standpoint More and more research is released all the time about meat and health, with many studies proving that meat isn’t all that good for you after all. But what are the facts from a medical standpoint? Continue reading to learn more about what doctors have had to say about meat and health, and to discover how to make the right decisions for your long-term wellbeing. The Increased Risk of Illness When You Eat Too Much Meat The Western diet is packed with meat, poultry, and seafood, but a study that recruited nearly 100,000 individuals has found that a plant-based diet could actually cut your risk of heart disease down by […]
2017/03/09
Are You Considered Obese? How to Decipher the Scale What is it to be considered obese? It’s not just a matter of being overweight or having a larger clothing size. It’s not just about the way you look. Obesity is a disease that has a direct impact on your overall health. When you are considered obese, you are also likely at an increased risk of a spectrum of different types of medical condition. These can include blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and certain forms of cancer, among others. The reason is that when you are considered obese, your body has enlarged fat cells. It is important to note that you likely don’t have many more fat cells than people who […]
2017/02/28
These Healthy Cottage Cheese Recipes Will Turn You Into a Fan! If you are already a fan of cottage cheese, these recipes will make you fall further in love with this yummy treat. And if you are not a big fan, these healthy cottage cheese recipes are sure to turn you into an enthusiast. Give these recipes a try, as they are sure to please you and your entire family. Berry Mouse This berry mouse is high in protein and really tasty, so it is just as good for you as it is healthy for your body. Plus, it is easy to make and you can whip it up rather quickly so you can enjoy it as a snack or […]
2017/02/02
Year after year, the DASH Diet is rated the top diet to follow for overall health. If you’re wondering why, below are 7 reasons the DASH Diet is consistently rated #1. Dash Diet Benefits: 1. You Can Really Lower Your Blood Pressure Hypertension is a common health problem, but if you’re able to follow the DASH Diet closely, you’ll be able to lower your blood pressure within a matter of weeks. So if you want to avoid taking prescriptions, you can heal your body with nutrition by following this plan. 2. A Strong Plant-Based Foundation Another one of the reasons the DASH Diet is consistently rated #1 is because it focuses on helping you eat a diet that’s all natural […]
2017/02/01
10 Ways to Include Healthy Fat in Your Diet Following years upon years of being told we should cut fat out of our diet, we now find ourselves looking for ways to include healthy fat in our diets once again. As it turns out, the vast majority of the research suggesting that low fat diets are good for weight loss are flawed or shortsighted. Instead, doctors are recommending that we find ways to include healthy fat in our diets. We need this macronutrient in appropriate amounts in order to absorb certain vitamins and minerals. In fact, dietary fat is an important part of being able to lose stored body fat. Of course, knowing the right ways to include healthy fat […]