Loosing weight isn’t just about dieting; scientific research indicates the need to keep the metabolic motor running. Maintaining an active metabolism in the aging process can be challenging, but researchers list three actions that will work for most people. On a cellular scale, metabolism is the breakdown of fats, proteins or carbohydrates and how cells, […]
Read MoreLocal Organic Farms make it easy to eat well
Most local super markets now offer large sections of “organic” food usually in the fresh produce departments. Even Safeway has found success in its Organic brands of several traditional foods that now can be found in most sections of the food ales. To be classified “Organic”, foods are grown or raised (meat and dairy) in […]
Read More Diet, Fiber and your health, improve your diegestive health, Junk Food, Nutrition, Obesity and kids, Tasting good can be good for youWhy is dietary fiber such an important part of an adult diet?
Surveys show American consumers are actively looking for products that contain fiber. Over the past five years, the number of consumers increasing their use of fiber has risen steadily. A Health Focus Trend Report showed that in 2006, more than 42 percent of consumers reported they were actively increasing their fiber intake, while 9 percent […]
Read More Body Creates Allergies, Fiber and your health, improve your diegestive health, Nutrition, Tips for a healthier youObesity is causing the health care crisis in the US
Obesity is the single most solvable cause for America’s health crisis according to recently released findings given to the US Government. Americans who are 30 or more pounds over a healthy weight cost the country an estimated $147 billion in weight-related medical bills in 2008, double the amount a decade ago, according to […]
Read More Activity important for healthy kids, Fiber and your health, Obesity and kids, Sedintary activities not healthy for children, StressFood Combinations can be dangerous to your health
Certain foods enhance your health when combined with other certain foods. Conversely, some food pairing may decrease your overall health and even endanger your well being. Follow these simple rules from CNN.com to get the most out of your food choices: DO mix grilled steak and brussels sprouts: Certain compounds in brussels sprouts and other […]
Read More Diet, energy boosters, Fiber and your health, improve your diegestive health, Junk Food, Nutrition, Tasting good can be good for youEating is fundemental so choose wisely
We eat for a variety of reasons – because a particular food tastes good, as part of socializing, boredom, or just because the clock says, “Time to eat!” Occasionally, we even eat because we are actually hungry. Unfortunately, too many Americans consume foods (processed and packaged) that contain one or more of the following ingredients: […]
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