Diet and Nutrition

Protein is an essential part of the human diet. The National Institutes of Health points out that every cell in the human body contains protein, as do all human fluids except urine and bile. Protein helps repair damaged cells and…
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Nutritional supplements are compounds intended to support an athlete’s regular whole-foods diet. Muscle-building supplements for men are those that are designed to facilitate the synthesis of new muscle. These are supplements that, in one way or another, assist the male…
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The Gazelle Edge is a home cardio machine. It is a glider machine with moveable arms, similar to a NordicTrack skier. The Gazelle Edge uses your upper and lower body during workouts so you’ll burn calories and lose weight, especially…
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Overview Packaged foods come with their calorie and nutrition information pre-calculated for you, and you can look up commodity foods, like ground beef, apples or eggs, in a book or online database, such as the USDA National Nutrient Database. If…
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Overview High levels of body fat are associated with high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol according to the American College of Sports Medicine. Body composition, or body fat, is a measure of the percentage of body weight…
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Overview A body sculpting diet aims to trim fat and enhance lean muscle mass. A lower body fat percentage makes your muscles appear more defined and your body look lean and toned. In order to obtain a sculpted appearance, eat…
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Overview Most people who lift weights do so to increase their lean body mass while reducing body fat levels. This leads to greater overall health and fitness, a typical goal of fitness enthusiasts working out in any gym. The simplest…
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Overview The formula for gaining muscle is the same for everyone: create a muscle-building stimulus in the gym through resistance training and then take in enough nutrients for the body to repair damaged muscle tissue. As an adaptation to the…
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Overview Building muscle after 45 can be challenging, but it is not impossible. Aging men and women can experience muscle wasting, the opposite of our goal. Also, metabolism slows with age, making fat gain a potentially serious issue. The equation…
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Overview Gatorade products contain electrolytes to help your body replace nutrients when you sweat during exercise. Which formulas of the “Thirst Quencher” have additives, and are they right for you? The sports drink manufacturer offers Original Gatorade and enhanced-nutrition and…
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Overview Wine drinking has been part of religious ritual for thousands of years, and is still enjoyed today at restaurants and dinner tables all over the world. In the United States, wine consumption has increased 25 percent in the last…
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Overview Sports are a great way to compete, stay active or just have fun; and there are many sports people can play regardless of age or ability. If you are attempting to maintain or lose weight, or if you plan…
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Overview Chicago is a major urban center with something to offer everyone, from the first-time tourist to the return visitor to the lifelong resident. You can swim or boat along the shore of Lake Michigan, visit a museum, sample the…
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Overview Atlanta, Georgia, having transformed itself after being burned to the ground during the Civil War, is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the country. Some people know Atlanta as “Hotlanta,” whereas others know it as the “Capital of…
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To effectively build muscle, you should have a complete workout routine that trains all major muscle groups and follow a specific muscle-building diet. One aspect of diet that is often overlooked is the use of supplements. Selecting the right muscle-building…
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Overview Flintstones chewable multivitamins are supplemental vitamins for children in the shape of characters from the Flintstones cartoons. Miles Laboratories began selling these vitamins in 1968, and they are currently available from Bayer as of 2010. Several versions of Flintstones…
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Overview There are a number of reason why your calves aren’t developing mass as much as other areas of your body such as your biceps and abs, report trainers at Body Building For You. For many, the calves are not…
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Overview High protein diets satiate you, help build lean muscle and take more energy for your body to digest–thus slightly raising your metabolism. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, in a 2005 editorial, notes that these aspects of high protein…
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Overview Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable, and this family is unique from all the other vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables are rich sources of sulfur-containing compounds called glucosinolates. According to experts at the Linus Pauling Institute, glucosinolates are associated with a decreased…
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Overview Soybeans are a complete protein, meaning they have all the essential amino acids present. They are also high in fiber, high in iron, they have a moderate amount of complex carbs and they are low in saturated fat. Soy…
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According to the American Council on Exercise, to lose weight you need to balance calories consumed with the number of calories burned through physical activity. Because intense cardiovascular (cardio) workouts such as running, spinning and aerobics tend to burn the…
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Overview One hurdle that many people face when trying to control their weight is the inability to control sugar cravings. An occasional treat is usually no big deal, but when it turns into a compulsive need for sweets, it can…
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Lamictal, also known as lamotrigine, is an antiepileptic drug prescribed for seizures associated with epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation reports that approximately three million individuals suffer from seizure disorders in the United States, with young children and adults over age 65…
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1. Go Organic When people do a fasting program, they tend to do it for either spiritual reasons or health reasons, but the most common reason for doing a fast is to clear out the toxins in your system so…
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Clairol’s Herbal Essences hair care products contain some natural herbal ingredients geared towards certain hair textures and styles. Despite this, Herbal Essences does not contain only natural ingredients and does use some ingredients that are standard to many other shampoos….
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Overview Intermittent fasting is an effective weight-loss tool used by many people. It is an excellent weight-loss tool for people who have trouble with portion control or who battle self-discipline. Intermittent fasting is also a good choice for people who…
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1. Toilet To Tap? Eek! People are wary of tap water in homes and offices and with no wonder. In Los Angeles County, the water you use for cooking or washing comes from a toilet to tap water recycling system….
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Does coffee have any calories? Can diet pop help me lose weight? Myths surround the list of low-calorie foods, with many items making false zero-calorie claims. Athletes and those who watch their weight can benefit by a specific list of…
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Overview Tomato juice is a savory product made from the juice of tomatoes. It is considered a healthy beverage choice for most individuals. It may be served plain or mixed with another beverage, and can be consumed chilled, heated or…
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1. Get Fresh Kiwis–also known as kiwi fruit or Chinese gooseberries–have twice as much vitamin C as oranges, and are also a great sources of vitamins K and E, potassium and fiber. The most effective way to absorb these nutrients…
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