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  • Key Insights On Lifelong Weight Control  By : Dr. Michael Pritsker, DC
    Successful body weight reduction is not just a matter of losing pounds. The emphasis needs to be on abandoning body fat and avoiding reduction of lean body mass, primarily muscle mass. What is this the key to long-term success? Because muscle requires 15 times the energy compared to fat to survive which is 7.5 Calories per day for muscle versus 0.5 calories per day for fat. The more lean tissue, the more calories one can eat once desirable body weight is achieved. Overall, a moderate nutritional diet of at least 1000 calories of high quality food per day and physical exercise is clearly the best approach because 80% of the body weight lost is fat. This plan protects lean body mass, which is critical to keep from gaining the body weight back again.
  • Traits Of The Best Whey Protein Powders  By : Vaughn Council
    Due to the large amount of options, deciding how to buy the best whey protein powder can make your head spin. But as soon as you learn how to identify a quality product, it becomes very easy. Before discussing that though, I want to make sure you are well informed about why whey protein can be so valuable in reaching your fitness goals.
  • On Your Way To Health With Your iPod  By : Thom Yarborough
    It may not make sense to you immediately, but it could be true that you iPhone could actually be your way to good health. iTunes has hundreds of apps from which you can learn to how to stay fit and healthy. While most of these apps provide hints on how to stay fit, some others are very useful and once you get the hang of it, you might start noticing some real difference in your lifestyle! So take a look at some of these apps.
  • What Does Acai Fruit Look Like?  By : Carter Sinclair
    The Acai berry comes from the Acai Palm tree, native to Central and South America. The fruit that grows on these palms is a small, round, blackish-purple berry about 1 inch in diameter. It looks similar to a grape, but has less pulp and is slightly smaller and darker. There is one large seed in the center of each berry, making up about 80% of the fruit.
  • Weight Loss and Quality Protein  By : Ricardo d Argence
    Protein is one of the nutrients that is used in quite large quantities in the body. It is called a macronutrient and provides about 4 calories a gram to the body for its health. It is vital for the formation of the body's building blocks. Among the many jobs it does is the growth and upkeep of the muscles, skin, immune system and eyes, just to mention a few. Protein also helps in the body making enzymes and in maintaining the health of the blood.
  • Teenage Weight Loss, Dangers of Being Overweight  By : Ricardo d Argence
    Today nearly nine million teens under the age of 15 are obese, but since 1980 the number of obese teenagers has tripled. The rise in teen-age obesity is staggering. It is even more difficult for teens to be overweight due to health risks and social repercussions.
  • Part-4 "The Popular Atkins Diet" To Lose Weight  By : Florentina Ryan
    Part-4 Ketosis can lead to health problems like kidney failure. Atkins followers identify ketosis as the fat-burning process, and is the main factors in making the diet different from other approaches. Practically, carbohydrate supply or provides energy, however when the body uses up all its stored carbohydrate, it needs to find another fuel source.
  • Diet Tips That Work Fast  By : Douglas Fleming
    What are the differences between the various low-carbohydrate diet plans?
    Some of the authors consider the diets low-carbohydrate, others would say modified-carbohydrate, or maybe insulin-regulating . . . the primary similarity is the reduced consumption of sugars, but after that each plan has it's own set of rules laid out in a book (some offer support books as well). A brief description of several of the diet plans appear below: Atkins: Dr. Robert C. Atkins, M.D., has a book titled Dr.No carb diets and carb burning exerciseSome low carb food dieters may think that eliminating all carbs from their meals will help them to lose weight more quickly. However, there's no such thing as a no-carb diet. There's a biochemical formula showing that every set of strength training exercises burns a certain amounts of carbohydrates. Those doing weights can enjoy either going deeper into ketosis or indulging in higher-carb foods such as fruits.
  • Diet Tips That Work Fast  By : Pope Floyd
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    It is easy, click on the "Sign Up Now" link on the WeightLossWars home page and follow the simple steps to join! Or just Click HereNo carb diets and carb burning exerciseSome low carb food dieters may think that eliminating all carbs from their meals will help them to lose weight more quickly. However, there's no such thing as a no-carb diet.
  • Nutritional Solutions To High Blood Pressure  By : Michael Sellar
    About half of those with essential hypertension are resistant to insulin. For such people a blood sugar lowering diet would be very helpful.
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Yogurt for Yeast Infection  By : Linda Allen
    If the yeast infections sufferers eat yogurt, will this help to reduce the pain and weakening of their medical problem? There is no immediate answer to this. Although no food component is directly related to yeast infection, many studies from the medical world point to the interesting connection between eating certain types of yogurt everyday and eliminating yeast infection.
  • The Critical Chemical Needed for Survival  By : Samuel S. Peters
    Twenty per cent of our atmosphere is oxygen. When this gas is united chemically with hydrogen gas, the result is water, our body's most important nutrient.
  • You Need More Than Calcium To Overcome Osteoporosis  By : Michael Sellar
    Thinning and brittle bones give rise to fractures. This affects a third of women and one out of every twelve men. It is a major cause of death.
  • You Can Overcome Osteoporosis - But You Need More Than Calcium  By : Michael Sellar
    Fractures caused by thinning and brittle bones affects one in three women and one in twelve men. It is a leading cause of death.
  • American Milk Consumers Being Deceived by Mislabelling  By : Russell Eaton
    Milk consumers in the USA are waking up to the fact that most regular pasteurized milk comes from cows that have been given synthetic growth hormones. These hormones are known confusingly under three different names: rBGH, rBST and Posilac. All three names refer to exactly the same thing: synthetic growth hormones that are given to dairy cows to make them produce more milk than they otherwise would.
  • Choosing A Home Water Purifier System  By : Trent Barrett
    Home water purifier systems are becoming increasingly important today, with the growing possibility of compromised drinking water systems and more questions about the safety of our water supply. But it will take more than just a faucet water filter to give you great results. Good home water purifier systems need professional installation and take up a good bit of your under-counter space. This means you must consider cost of the system, cost of installation, and the space it will take up as well as its appropriateness for purifying your water, and compare that with the costs of drinking bottled water or doing nothing. The purification system that works best for your needs is always the best one for you.
  • New Method Shows Easy Way to Make Non-Dairy Milk  By : Russell Eaton
    Many people are consuming less dairy milk as they gradually switch to non-dairy milk. Increasingly, supermarkets everywhere are selling soy (soya) milk, rice milk and almond milk. Switching to non-dairy milk is better for your health in two big ways:
  • Fat Burning In A Nutshell  By : Ricardo Daryans
    At any time of year, we can use every last tip to help avoid holiday weight gain. Here you will find some fat loss tips.
  • The Portability and Flexibility of Correspondence Courses  By : Susan Atkinson
    Correspondence courses are especially suitable for the geographically isolated, adults with many demands on their time, and the homebound. Business and industry and the armed forces make extensive use of correspondence programs. Correspondence courses are available at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels, in a diverse range of areas both academic and practical.
  • Don't Combine Vitamin D With Milk  By : Russell Eaton
    Several recent studies have continued to support the link between Vitamin D and positive health issues ranging from lung health and new asthma treatments to the prevention of breast and colon cancer. For example, the research shows that daily intake of 1,000 units of Vitamin D cuts the odds of getting colon cancer by about half, and the chances of breast and ovarian cancer by about one third.
  • How To Have Normal Levels Of Cholesterol  By : Adrian Fletcher
    A healthy cholesterol level is important as it is known that high cholesterol levels will lead to thickening of the artery walls. This in turn can lead to high blood pressure and various other conditions that can affect the heart. Indeed, a large build up of plaque on the inner walls of the arteries is liable to cause strokes as plaque breaks off and causes clots and blockages in the bloodstream. A healthy cholesterol level is said to be anything below 200 milligrams of cholesterol per deciliter of blood. Of course you can't find this out by having a proper blood test but once you know that this figure is higher than 200 then it is time to start doing something about it. This article will give you some ideas on ways to have a healthy cholesterol level.
  • Vegetarian Weight Loss Diet Is A Story Indeed  By : James Richardson
    The whole intention with a vegetarian resource center is to have informative information waiting to help you with this recently new lifestyle change. It will present you with all the beneficial info on nutrition. Likely these resource centers will be non profit and with that, should be dedicated to education only. Check for there reference guide.
  • Avoid The Next Pet Food Recall - Here's Some Tips  By : Susan Thixton
    2007 turned out to be the worst year in history for pet food recalls. There is no chance of being completely certain that your pet's food is poisoned or will be on a recall list - but there are some important thing to look for and avoid that can improve your chances to locate a healthy, safe pet food.
  • Causes And Prevention Of High Cholesterol  By : Sue Burchill
    It's estimated that at least half of all Americans have either high or borderline cholesterol levels. These elevated levels will put you at a much higher risk of experiencing a stroke or heart attack.
  • What You Need For Easy Vegetarian Meals  By : Diana Pells
    Vegetarian cooking can be a delight if you know what to prepare. There are several ways to come up with easy vegetarian meals for the busy vegetarian. More importantly though, there are simple things you need to remember to come up with quick meals.
  • Natural Remedies For Your Indigestion  By : Joelle Applebe.
    Imagine how you would feel if everything you ate brought about pain and discomfort. For those with chronic indigestion, this is the everyday way of life.
  • Osteoporosis Explanation And Overview  By : Varian Sperks.
    Osteoporosis is a debilitating disease that affects the bones of mostly adult patients. While there is currently no known medical cure for osteoporosis, there are diet and lifestyle choices that you can make to help prevent the condition.
  • The Lemonade Diet - To Do Or Not To Do?  By : Jo Johannson
    The Lemonade Diet was devised in the 1940s. There is still a great deal of controversy about whether it is a good, healthy diet. For some people, it is something they do twice a year for their health and vitality. For other people, the Lemonade Diet is dangerous to your health and nothing would make them do it.
  • Sushi Healthy Eating Have The Japanese Got It Right?  By : Graham Foster
    It is claimed by many nutritionists that Sushi is one of the main reasons why Japanese people have the lowest incidence of obesity and heart disease. Now finally more and more are taking up Sushi as an alternative to junk foods.
  • How to Come Up with a Quick Easy Vegetarian Meal  By : Diana Pells.
    Vegetarians need some help with preparing quick yet interesting meals especially since they also live busy lives. Contrary to popular belief, preparing a quick easy vegetarian meal may be a convenient task after all. Here are some practical tips for a quick easy vegetarian meal.
  • Introduction to Vitamins, Part 2  By : Mel Possehl
    In 1993 there was proposed a new system of monographs for vitamins, replacing the RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance). This system is called the Dietary Reference Intakes.
  • Introduction to Vitamins  By : Mel Possehl
    How much do we really know about the basics of vitamins? Some of you may know all of this, some of you may learn a thing or two.
  • Tasty Seafood Diet Tips  By : Isabel Da Silva
    Fish and other seafood are identified as good source of protein and does not comprise of high saturated fats. Comparatively to other fatty meats even the calories level is low in fish and seafood.
  • Carbohydrates Explained  By : Mel Possehl
    What exactly are carbohydrates? We know there are many diets out there saying to restrict them...but our bodies need them.
  • Hot Cocoa vs Hot Chocolate Only the Winner is a Health Drink  By : Darren Craddock
    Do you know the difference between hot cocoa and hot chocolate? Many people think they are the same but they are nutritionally on opposite ends of the spectrum. Hot chocolate is a sugar and fat filled mix that is mostly artificial chemicals and fillers with a chocolate taste. Because it is high in refined sugar and fat it is nutritionally void. However hot cocoa is the opposite. Nutritionally, hot cocoa is very beneficial. It is full of antioxidants and had been proven to be an extremely healthy food. Hot cocoa is naturally low in calories. You can make your own healthy hot beverage by adding cocoa powder and a small amount of sugar to milk, soy or even hot water.
  • Eat Healthy on the Town  By : Kenneth Surr
    Meals on the town used to be a treat. Once a month, the family would pile in the car to "give mom a break" and gather at a local restaurant. These days, however, restaurant food is an everyday fact of life for many of us. It's easy to grab a pizza or bucket of chicken on the way home from work, and picking up a sandwich at lunchtime is certainly faster than packing one in the morning.
  • Where Does Coffee Come From? From Bean to Cup!  By : Linden Walhard
    The coffee bean is my favorite variety of bean! It's grown on a tree which is grown in over 70 different countries. Considering the number of countries this tree is grown in, it's amazing how picky it is when it's growing! It needs very specific conditions to produce high quality beans.
  • A Type of Coffee for Everyone  By : John Bakers
    Have you ever stopped to think about the history behind that little cup of coffee you drink everyday? Coffee in itself is an interesting topic in itself. At one time, the average household would brew a small amount of coffee, perhaps add in some sugar and milk and call it a cup. Home percolators and brewers were the norm. Times have changed and now you can brew any type of coffee like a pro. You don’t have to go to the fancy coffee shops for a good cup of latte or cappuccino. Here is a quick look at the why people drink coffee and how drinking coffee has changed over the years.
  • Changing the World, One Country at a Time  By : Healthy Wealthy nWise
    Jeffrey Smith, author of the best-selling book Seeds of Deception, recently released another book called Genetic Roulette. Both books are about the dangers of genetically modified (GM) foods. Although it wasn't his intention, Jeffrey Smith's passion has led him to become a leader in the health and food industries, meeting with world leaders to discuss the dangers of this risky science.
  • Changing the World, One Country at a Time  By : Healthy Wealthy nWise
    Jeffrey Smith, author of the best-selling book Seeds of Deception, recently released another book called Genetic Roulette. Both books are about the dangers of genetically modified (GM) foods. Although it wasn't his intention, Jeffrey Smith's passion has led him to become a leader in the health and food industries, meeting with world leaders to discuss the dangers of this risky science.
  • Why Choose SaladMaster Cookware?  By : Kerris Samson
    Because of the types of lifestyles people are leading today, a far greater demand is being placed upon their bodies. So in order for them to ensure that theirs functions correctly it requires them to make sure that it receives sufficient amounts of nutrients, minerals, vitamins etc. One of the easiest ways of doing this is by having a well balanced and healthy diet. However not only should the diet be good, but the equipment you use to prepare the meals should be good as well. This is where the SaladMaster cookware range comes into play.
  • Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Seniors  By : Varian Sperks.
    Our bodies naturally grow and change over time. It's a simple fact of life, and nutrition is important every step of the way. Everyone needs healthy foods to help our bodies thrive, but seniors and the elderly have specific nutritional needs.
  • Features Of Espresso Machines  By : Johnathan Bakers
    To find out the best espresso machines, wealth of knowledge and suggestion of friends in the business is something that reputable coffee houses are glad to depend on. But on the arrival of new makes and models in the market even they need some help. To know what the consumer is supposed to do in such case, read on further in this article.
  • Living with Osteoporosis  By : Sheila Ffloyd
    Today's women face a multitude of health risks, but among the most prevalent is a condition called osteoporosis. An excessive loss of calcium causes this disease, and results in bones that become brittle and easily fractured.
  • Vemma Verve is a healthy option when it comes to Energy Drinks  By : Cindy Thiesse
    In what some are calling the "new soft drinks of the world," The Verve! launch will be groundbreaking because it will introduce the world's first energy drink crammed full of healthy stuff like vitamins, minerals and natural sugars and, best of all, it still actually tastes good. Packed full of insanely healthy good stuff like all your vitamins and low in natural sugar, like what you find in apples.
  • Heart Disease and Cholesterol  By : Keefe Figgatt
    The medical community has long believed that high cholesterol levels are linked to heart disease. Few will dispute this belief, but there are other factors that can lead to severe and even fatal heart conditions.
  • Caffeine Or Not To Caffeine  By : Jeff Foster.
    For many people caffeine is an itch that they must scratch daily. For the most part for those who use caffeine each day, they probably use too much. Caffeine isn't always in the form of coffee, many people drink too much cola as well. Drinking cola is a double whammy. Not only does it contain the caffeine but it is loaded with sugar.
  • Caffeine In Your Diet - Use Common Sense  By : Jeff Foster.
    If you are like me, this is a weakness of yours too. I digest way too much caffeine each day. I probably have at least six or more servings each day. More than I should consume in several days. I drink too much cola. That is my problem. Not only is it loaded with sugar, it has caffeine in it too.
  • Caffeine In Your Diet - Use Common Sense  By : Jeff Foster.
    If you are like me, this is a weakness of yours too. I digest way too much caffeine each day. I probably have at least six or more servings each day. More than I should consume in several days. I drink too much cola. That is my problem. Not only is it loaded with sugar, it has caffeine in it too.
  • Caffeine In Your Diet - Use Common Sense  By : Jeff Foster.
    For many people caffeine is an itch that they must scratch daily. For the most part for those who use caffeine each day, they probably use too much. Caffeine isn't always in the form of coffee, many people drink too much cola as well. Drinking cola is a double whammy. Not only does it contain the caffeine but it is loaded with sugar.
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