Diet and Nutrition

When trying to build muscle, the old saying “you are what you eat” is a phrase to live by. Training, while an essential component of muscle gain, is only part of the equation. Hard-training muscles require adequate nutrition to recover…
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For many of us, coffee is more than just a breakfast drink–it’s a daily ritual, an excuse for an afternoon break, even a socially acceptable mild addiction. It’s well-known that coffee increases energy levels. This is a result of the…
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Overview Abnormal homocysteine levels in the blood could indicate an increased chance of heart problems. According to the American Heart Association, high levels of the amino acid homocysteine in the blood may lead to heart disease, stroke and peripheral vascular…
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1. Eat Food You Enjoy The Best Life Diet works because it includes a wide variety of foods. Candy bars and potato chips are not part of the Best Life Diet, but plenty of healthy and delicious alternatives are available….
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1. Lock Them Out One of the best ways to prevent childhood poisonings is to use childproof locks, early and often. Don’t wait until you catch your toddler on a journey of discovery through your medicine cabinet; install locks during…
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According to Dr. Alan Keith Tillotson author of the book “The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook,” saw palmetto berry, or Serenoa repens, is the best-known herbal product for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). A nourishing aphrodisiac herb and nutritive tonic, saw palmetto…
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1. Handling Raw Meat It’s important you know how to handle raw meat to prevent the spread of bacteria that can give you food poisoning. Make sure you’ve cleaned with soap and water your counter top before getting the meat…
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Black cohosh is a plant that can be easily found in forests along the Eastern United States and parts of Canada. Physicians first exploited the medicinal uses of black cohosh for treatment of inflammation, fevers, arthritis and menstrual problems back…
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Overview Inaccurate nutrition information may confuse consumers and make it difficult to follow a healthy lifestyle and maintain a healthy weight. Reliable sources of nutrition information include the American Dietetic Association, the American Diabetes Association, and the U.S. Department of…
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Fiber, like sugar and starch, is a carbohydrate. Unlike sugar and starch, however, fiber is indigestible to humans. For most people, it’s an important component of diet because it helps improve digestive function and clears toxins from the body. Some…
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Weight loss can be achieved when you make a commitment to do it. Help motivate yourself by thinking about all the benefits of being slimmer, and always remind yourself of the reasons you decided to lose weight. There are many…
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Casein is one of the major protein components of milk, and it might have a number of nutritional benefits. The Women’s Health Fitness website describes casein as a good source of slow-release amino acids, saying, “Protein foods containing casein will…
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According to Vita Guide, an online vitamin store, brewer’s yeast is made of dried cells of the organism Saccharomyces cereisiae–the same organism used to make bread and beer. Technically a fungus, yeast converts sugar to alcohol when used in food…
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Rhodiola extract, also known as rhodiola rosea, is an herb used traditionally in European countries proposed to have benefits of enhancing mental function, fighting fatigue, improving athletic performance, preventing illness and increasing sexual function. Although New York University’s Langone Medical…
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A gluten-free diet involves avoiding the protein gluten found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye. This nutritional plan proves especially beneficial for individuals with gastrointestinal problems, irritable bowel syndrome and celiac disease, as it can help to reduce…
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Overview A critical nutrient found in every cell in the body, choline is especially important for pregnant women. Without enough choline, homocysteine levels rise and can become toxic to the developing fetus. Only 10 percent of Americans get enough choline…
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Calcium is abundantly present in your bones along with phosphates. This mineral also proves necessary to the body for muscle contraction, blood clotting and proper functioning of the nervous system. Your body has to maintain calcium in the blood at…
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1. The Heartbeat of the Hawaiian People To do hula dancing, you have to understand how it came to be. The Polynesians that started coming to the Hawaiian Islands in the fifth century originated the hula dance. Of course, legend…
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If your goal is to help your family eat healthier meals, you need to get your husband on board and setting a good example for your children. Ease into the transition by serving your husband’s favorites in healthier ways so…
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1. You Are What You Eat When you say it out loud, it’s hard to believe. Our generation actually sprays poison on the vegetables we eat. But more Americans are now choosing to eat organic vegetables, which are grown without…
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Overview With more than 50 million Americans suffering from diabetes, pre-diabetes or hearth disease, the emphasis on controlling blood sugar levels is tantamount to maintaining health. Because it becomes more difficult to metabolize glucose as we age from increased sensitivity…
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When choosing a fitness program geared toward weight loss, let safety and effectiveness be your guide. To prevent injury and stick with your routine until you reach your goals, the AARP and the U.S. Surgeon General suggest choosing a form…
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Nutrition products are big business in America. According to a 2009 article in the “New England Journal of Medicine,” 17 million U.S. adults take weight loss supplements. A Harris Poll showed that the majority of them believe that they’re safe…
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1. Diagnosing Through Blood Analysis One of the easiest and most convenient ways for a doctor to diagnose hyperparathyroidism is to measure the levels of hormone production in the body. The human body should produce a certain amount of hormones…
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The toddler years (between ages 1 and 3) are important in a child’s development, not only mentally, but physically. However, those years can also be challenging, especially when it comes to eating. Meeting daily dietary requirements is difficult when toddlers…
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With the epidemic of obesity in America and the growing number of adolescents who are overweight or obese, it can be confusing for teens to know how to take control of their lifestyle and make choices that lead to lifelong…
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Refried beans are cooked, mashed beans, a traditional Mexican cuisine staple usually made with pinto beans, but other varieties of bean, such as black beans, may be used. Traditional refried beans are usually fried in lard or vegetable oil after…
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Doctors use body mass index (BMI) as a screening tool to evaluate individuals who are underweight, overweight and obese. The goal is to determine the amount of body fat and look at health risks. It is important to realize that…
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects as many as 7 percent of school-age children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. While there are no studies that have linked the development of ADHD to diet, research has shown that food additives…
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People with a higher amount of abdominal fat are at an increased risk of developing serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol, according to the Mayo Clinic. If you have excess weight in…
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