Diet and Nutrition

1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Overview There’s more than one variety of ginseng plant. American ginseng and Asian ginseng are “kissing cousins” in the plant world and have the same physical characteristics, active ingredients and properties, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC)….
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People who follow a liquid diet are successful at weight loss, says the American Dietetic Association. They lose more weight than conventional dieters, even after a year, as long as they continue to use the liquid supplements. And it is…
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According to the Mayo Clinic, eating fewer calories than you burn off is the only way to lose weight. “Krause’s Food, Nutrition, and Diet Therapy” says most women can safely lose on a 1,200-calorie diet. This may seem like a…
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The foods you eat play an important role in athletic performance. If you find yourself falling short during endurance exercise, your diet may be to blame. There’s more to fueling performance than just eating a lot. The right food choices…
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Losing weight is a challenge for many people, because eating is pleasurable. Celebrating with food is common during holidays and on other occasions. People eat to alleviate stress, to fight boredom, or to stay entertained. Losing weight takes the motivation…
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Exercise is a tried and true way to help children stay in shape, lose weight, and have fun. Good fitness habits also help kids develop healthy behaviors, and improve self-esteem for life, according to Project Swole. There are many exercise…
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Overview Your body needs potassium to function properly, but when your potassium levels spiral out of control, serious health problems can develop. Under certain conditions, you may need to limit your dietary intake of potassium. Fruits and vegetables, like most…
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Despite what supplement manufacturers and dieting companies want you to believe, the sensible way to lose weight is to reduce calories and increase physical activity. Fad diets promise quick results, but usually fail to achieve sustained weight loss for the…
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Gimmick-based diets rarely are successful, and they can pose harmful risks. An effective weight-loss program generally includes a variety of foods and nutrients, and enough calories to support wellness and energy. It also encourages physical activity. According to the Weight-Control…
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Family meal time offers a chance to connect and catch up on the events of the day, and choosing healthy meal options keeps the family eating well. Many healthy dinner options are easy to adapt so each person gets what…
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Overview Drinking water can have a number of problems, including a cloudy appearance, bad taste, dangerous chemicals and deadly pathogens. Water filtering and sanitation technologies cleanse impure water, making it suitable for human consumption. Types of Contamination The four main…
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The human body can be polluted by a variety of different toxins on a daily basis. From processed foods to bacteria, cigarette smoke, and a sedentary lifestyle, the body and its internal organs endure a lot of damage. It is…
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Overview Body mass index (BMI) is used by doctors and researchers to classify a level of “normalcy” for body weight based on body mass and height. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Heart, Lung and Blood…
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Flaxseed oil and fish oil contain essential fatty acids, nutrients that provide health benefits for adults and children alike. These sources of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids help the body’s cells to grow and function. These fatty acids also play…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric, a spice perhaps best known as a main component in curry dishes. In addition to their culinary uses, curcumin and turmeric have been used for centuries to treat a variety of medical conditions,…
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Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa) goes by many names, including bugwort and black snakeroot, and has been used for hundreds of years as a Native American herbal treatment for various disorders, reports the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Though…
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Humans have consumed tea for more than 5,000 years. Except for water, it is the most commonly consumed beverage in the world, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. If you’re searching for a refreshing substitute for sugary soft…
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Overview Elk are a member of the deer family, and are now being farmed, so frozen elk meat is available in supermarkets, specialty stores and on the Internet. One benefit of game meats (such as deer, elk, bison, and rabbit)…
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Weight loss can be a daunting task, and choosing the right exercise program can be confusing with so many different options available. Exercises that are great for weight loss will be highly aerobic and involve large muscle groups so that…
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Overview Yohimbe bark comes from a tall evergreen tree with the scientific name Pausinystalia yohimbe. It is native to the jungles of West Africa, specifically Congo, Cameroon and Gabon. Extracts made from the bark and roots contain the active ingredient…
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Japan has one of the lowest national rates of obesity in the world. Statistics published by NationMaster show that, as of 2005, the percentage of Japan’s population with a body mass index (BMI) — a measure of body fat based…
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Weight loss boils down to a simple mathematical equation: you must burn off more calories than you take in. There are many ways you can accomplish this without having to starve or deprive yourself. It is all about making good…
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Overview Eliminating belly fat is one of the most common reasons why people are motivated to workout. Fat in the belly not only makes you feel self-conscious but can also contribute to such health problems as heart disease and poor…
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If you are searching for an alternative for treating minor health disorders without the use of prescription medication, an acai berry-based supplement program may be an option you’ve considered. Widely available in most supermarkets and local drug stores, acai berry-based…
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Overview Adjustable gastric banding, commonly referred to as Lap-Band surgery, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to help patients lose weight. Since its introduction in 1993, adjustable gastric banding has been steadily increasing in popularity; approximately 30,000 Lap-Band surgeries…
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There’s much you can do to lose weight without leaving the comfort of your home. In fact, sometimes it’s the small everyday things that make all the difference when it comes to winning the battle of the bulge. Before you…
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Overview Folic acid, or folate, is a water-soluble nutrient and is part of the vitamin B complex. It helps benefit many body functions including the production of red blood cells and tissue cells as well as the maintenance of a…
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Overview Balancing energy in the body works like a scale, where one side is calories taken in from food and beverages and the other side is calories used up by physical activity and body functions. Energy used by the body…
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