Diet and Nutrition

Though fish oil supplements may have health benefits, there is some concern that toxins consumed by the fish—such as organochlorine pesticides—may be present in the extracted fish oil. In a January 2005 study conducted by a team of physicians in…
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When you are trying to lose weight and gain muscle mass, specific steps help you achieve your goals. By manipulating your food choices and eating patterns, in addition to using basic exercise know-how, reaching your goals can be easier than…
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Overview Kelp, also known as bladderwrack, is a type of seaweed sometimes used in the alternative treatment of hypothyroidism. Kelp itself is derived from the Baltic Sea, North Sea and the northern-most coasts of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Kelp…
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The federal government recognizes that consuming omega-3 fatty acids might reduce the risk of heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids also might positively influence diabetes, lupus, osteoporosis, depression, psychological disorders, skin conditions, eye health, asthma and certain cancers, according to the…
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Poor blood circulation can be attributed to a variety of causes, including high cholesterol, smoking and age. Correcting poor circulation typically requires a multi-faceted approach that may include a combination of exercise, prescription medications, a diet low in animal fats…
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1. Neanderthal Genetics Although we work out in a gym and buy packaged foods, we are still cave dwellers genetically. For the human species to survive, the body naturally conserves energy if it suspects any shortage of nourishment. This is…
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According to the Physicians Committee of Responsible Medicine (PCRM) hypoglycemia is a condition of low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia is most commonly seen in diabetics. Reactive hypoglycemia defines a low blood sugar without diabetes, which is very rare. The National Institute…
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The term ginseng refers to a number of species of the genus panax, according to the Mayo Clinic. The two most prominently used varieties are American ginseng and Panax or Asian ginseng. The chemical makeup of these tan-colored twisted roots…
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One of the best things you can do to increase your odds of wilderness survival is to prepare beforehand. This means not only carrying a survival kit and knowing how to use it but also, perhaps more important, letting someone…
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Overview The Atkins Diet was formulated in 1963, when Dr. Robert Atkins first introduced the Atkins Nutritional Approach. The diet consists of restricting carbohydrate intake and focuses on a diet that is sugar free and high in protein. Dieters are…
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According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, iron supplementation is recommended in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia when diet alone does not work. Iron deficiency anemia leads to unhealthy red blood cells. Red blood cells are responsible for carrying…
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You may have noticed some pieces of cardio equipment at the gym display a “fat burning zone” on their dashboard. Demystifying this misleading zone is the first step toward getting a good workout in at the gym. The fat burning…
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1. Low Carbs Doesn’t Mean no Carbs Many people are under the mistaken belief that low carb diets mean no carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are allowed on the Atkins diet, even in the initial Induction Phase. During the Induction Phase, only very…
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Overview The National Institutes of Health describes calcium as “the most plentiful mineral found in the human body.” (see Reference 1) The majority of calcium within the body can be found in the teeth and bones, with nerve cells, soft…
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1. Use Your Meal Plan You create a meal plan specifically for you with your Jenny Craig personal consultant. It is your greatest diet tool and resource. Your interactive meal plan keeps you on track for your five meals and…
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Overview MedicinalHerbInfo.org states that black cohosh is a perennial plant indigenous to North America. It’s also referred to as black cohush, black snakeroot, bugbane, bugwort, cimicifuga, rattleroot, rattleweed, richweed, snakeroot and squawroot. The rootstock is the portion of the plant…
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Natural Bragg apple cider vinegar has numerous health benefits, many of which are apparent after only several days of use, according to Paul C. Bragg, author of “Apple Cider Vinegar: Miracle Health System.” While apple cider vinegar may be considered…
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There are many reasons people want to gain weight. People with a body mass index of less than 18.5 (approximately 107 pounds on a 5-foot-4 frame) are at an increased risk for infertility and even premature death, according to a…
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Overview A successful fitness plan that results in weight loss includes five key components: mode, duration, frequency, intensity and diet. By choosing an activity you enjoy, performing it several days a week and for long periods of time, you will…
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1. Avoid Overeating by Going Low Carb Atkins, The Zone, Sugarbusters, Protein Power. What it all boils down to is a low carb diet or if you want to look at it from another vantage point, a high protein diet….
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Overview Detox and purification rituals have been popular in religious practice for thousands of years. Today, as toxins accumulate in our environment and our bodies more quickly than ever before, detoxification programs are popular for health reasons. An effective, complete…
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1. Plan Your Menu Online Dr. Oz’s “You on a Diet” is a popular diet. It has been brought to the public eye by Oprah’s endorsement. On their very popular website, they have a wonderful tool to help you plan…
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Flaxseed and the oil made from flaxseed are good sources of the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fatty acid. Although fish oil is a better source of this beneficial substance, people who prefer plant sources of…
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Overview The herb horsetail is a nutritional supplement used to aid the body in releasing excess fluid through increased urine production in the body, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. However, while horsetail is generally considered safe when…
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Overview Cardiovascular exercise is often associated with weight loss, but weight training is also an ideal tool for women trying to lose weight. Some women worry that they will build bulky muscle from weight lifting, but nothing could be further…
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Turmeric root has been valued as a medicine for more than 4,000 years, according to the Maryland University Medical Center. In modern integrative medicine, this versatile medicinal herb is still used as a complementary treatment for dozens of diseases and…
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The Master Cleanse, also known as the lemonade diet or the cayenne pepper cleanse, is a detoxification program that causes rapid weight loss in a short period. Stanley Burroughs, the creator of the Master Cleanse, was not a doctor and…
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Overview Any activity burns calories and aids in weight loss. Fast walking is a good choice for people who, for whatever reason, do not feel comfortable jogging but would like a more intense exercise than regular walking. Someone on a…
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The spice tumeric is a member of the Zingiberaceae (ginger) family. Most usage of turmeric is in the form of powder from the roots, for color, as well as for medicinal value. Curcumin is the orange-yellow component of turmeric and…
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When it comes to losing back fat, you need to realize that you cannot lose weight in one specific location. That would be spot reduction, which is not possible. What you can do is lower the overall fat in your…
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