Diet and Nutrition

1. Why Take Omega-3 Fats? Most care providers are now touting the effects of Omega-3s. Omega-3 fats protect the heart of adults decreasing the chance of heart conditions in the future. They also may increase brain function and elevate the…
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Despite what the weight loss industry and countless informational commercials may tell you, pills are not necessary to lose weight. In fact, most of the small print on those bottles and boxes says that the miracle pills are most effective…
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Potassium performs many of the same functions as sodium, such as fluid balance and nerve impulse transfer. Too much potassium causes hyperkalemia, which results in a slower heartbeat, while too little potassium causes muscle cramps, confusion and constipation. The best…
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Overview When you are trying to lose weight, regular exercise can benefit those efforts and promote faster results. However, knowing just how long you should exercise and how often you need to work out can be more difficult to determine….
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1. Drink Up Our bodies on average contain around 75 percent water and if a person does not properly hydrate this can affect their metabolism. This is because the liver will start to work on retaining water if it believes…
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Overview Reducing caloric intake by making healthy changes to your diet is necessary for successful weight loss. However, determining your exact daily calorie need can be more difficult. The amount of calories that are right for you depend upon your…
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Although a child with diabetes presents challenges, it’s possible for your youngster to enjoy a relatively normal life. Diet is a basic method of controlling diabetes. By implementing some basic concepts, you and your child can plan for meals and…
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When you carry extra weight in the face, you are likely to appear heavier to people who meet you for the first time. Although you cannot spot-burn fat, you can make some easy and quick lifestyle changes to reduce puffiness…
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Women’s health issues can be a wide variance from menstrual problems to menopause, ovarian cysts to breast cancer. Many herbal remedies and tonics claim to help relieve many of the issues affecting women’s health. Some, like soy and cranberries, have…
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A healthy thyroid, the butterfly-shaped gland in front of the neck, produces hormones responsible for controlling chemical reactions to the body. When the gland produces less than it should, it is considered hypothyroidism. A health practitioner can evaluate symptoms, which…
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Overview All forms of exercise benefit weight loss. Walking is one of the most popular weight-loss activities, because it only takes a pair of shoes and can be done in a variety of places any time of day. Walking one…
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Belly fat is a common complaint in both men and women. Belly fat is a form of visceral fat, which is fat that is deeply embedded in the muscles. Many women notice that stubborn belly fat becomes a problem after…
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Potassium citrate is sold under the brand names Urocit-K and Twin-K, and helps to treat a kidney stone disorder called renal tubular acidosis. It prevents the formation of mineral crystals in the kidneys by binding to calcium in the urine….
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Cardiovascular exercises increase your heart rate and burn calories and fat. To burn fat and lose weight, you must burn more calories than you take in each day, though a combination of monitoring your diet and following a consistent exercise…
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Overview Making notes and planning ahead makes tasks surmountable, and this applies directly to meal and diet planning. When you track your diet and plan your meals, you will find meal preparation and complying with diet recommendations a much easier…
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1. Glycemic Index 101 Diabetics have used the glycemic index diet as a means for controlling their blood sugar, but now non-diabetics are using it as a means of maintain energy levels while controlling weight. The diet revolves around the…
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1. Pass the Candidacy Exam In order for a doctor to consider you for gastric bypass surgery, you need to meet the criteria. A weight-loss surgeon looks at your past weight history to see if you have been obese for…
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Attention deficit disorder, or ADD, was renamed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, in the mid 1990s, according to Kids Health. The term ADD may still refer to a form of ADHD that doesn’t include hyperactivity. Children who suffer from…
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Overview Gastric bypass surgery is performed to help people lose weight when diet and exercise are not enough. Many versions of weight-loss surgery exist today, but gastric bypass remains the most effective. Techniques and advancements have made it a relatively…
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Fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate that carries multiple health benefits, according to Nutrition Source, a Harvard School of Public Health resource. Men who consume more than 30 g of fiber daily and women who consume more than 20 g of…
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Celiac disease can cause damage to the digestive system, impairing the body’s ability to absorb nutrients. Some people with celiac disease require vitamin supplementation in addition to healthful foods, particularly if they had the disease for years prior to diagnosis…
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Lifting weights with the proper setup is an effective method to lose weight. For the best results, incorporate strength training into your regimen two to four times per week on non-consecutive days. You must allow your body time to repair…
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The article “Monounsaturated Fat-Rich Diet Prevents Central Body Fat Distribution,” published in the March 2007 edition of the “Journal of Diabetes Care,” prompted an onslaught of “Lose Your Belly Fat” diets. Many of these new diets target men who want…
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Many people lack vitamins that are important for your body to function efficiently. Only about 15 percent of Americans consume the recommended three to five servings of vegetables per day that your body needs. Proper nutrition assists in acting as…
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Diet and exercise are crucial to living a long and healthy life. According the Center for Disease Control, the key to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight isn’t about short-term dietary changes. It’s about a lifestyle that includes healthy eating…
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Depression takes a huge toll on people who suffer from the disease. It can disrupt a person’s ability to be successful at work or school, make sound decisions and maintain healthy relationships. Many people who suffer from depression don’t cope…
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1. Don’t Believe the Hype About Diet Pills Diet pills tout that they use your own metabolism to assist in weight loss. While most everyone is searching for that magic pill to change their body composition, there are a few…
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Medline Plus states that up to 66 percent of adults in the U.S. are obese or overweight. There are several diets that promise to help you lose weight fast or within a specified time frame. While these diets are tempting,…
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Goal setting is used throughout the world as an instrument to motivate employees and raise productivity. The drawback of goal setting lies in the fact that improper use of the instrument leads to dysfunctional behavior with a negative impact on…
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Many individuals often complain of lack of energy and increasing fatigue throughout the day. Healthy energy levels are important because they support productivity and a healthy lifestyle. There are several herbal remedies that can safely increase energy and alertness. Green…
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