Nutrition Articles

Health » Nutrition | By Jon Le Tocq @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 8:07 PM

No matter how much I drill it into peoples' heads that one of the most effective ways to ensure you drop body fat is to prepare your own food every day, some will still be unable to find the 10 minutes necessary to do so. They will inevitable end up in one of the high street stores wondering how they can keep their calorie count down! These tips will help you make the best choices, but consider one key fact. How can it possibly make sense that the 6 foot male builder... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Craig Nybo @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 4:55 PM

Before starting any weight loss diet, it's essential to analyze the diet for both its effectiveness and for its ability to become a realistic, and long lasting part of your life. Manifold diets appear every day almost everywhere you look. You can stand in the check-stand at your local grocery store and read headlines that promise outrageous claims such as, "lose twenty pounds in two weeks," or "reverse the aging process and lose upwards of 25 pounds in a month." These claims... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Mike Schantz @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 12:37 PM

A B-12 Deficiency has been known to hurt your brain function. Without the right fuel in the right amount at the right time, your cells will begin to die. The first sign that you're not getting the nutrients you need is fatigue. Nowadays, fatigue is the most common complaint we hear in a clinic, from our friends and families, and even from people we barely know! B-12 Deficiency and Brain Erosion The body's cells carry out an endless stream of functions. Some deal w... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Nick Nilsson @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 11:52 AM

Protein: it's the nutrient that is most commonly associated with weight training, yet it's also one of the most misunderstood! When it comes right down to it, when you train with weights, your body NEEDS protein. But when it comes to using protein (both in supplement form and in food), there is a lot of confusion. In this FAQ, you're going to get common sense answers to some of the most controversial questions that people have about protein. QUESTION #1: How... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Scott Davis @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 11:25 AM

Living in today's world where health and weight maintenance are a growing paranoia, you've most likely heard the words 'whole grain' in every conversation regarding health foods that you've ever had. You've also most likely heard that although health foods are good for you, they are seriously lacking in flavor. Now, this might put up a red flag for you, but don't turn down whole grains just yet. Many of your very favorite foods either contain or can be... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Zach Thompson @ Monday, 17th November 2008 @ 10:53 AM

Hawaiian noni is becoming more and more popular as people are beginning to look for a more natural diet than the one they are currently using. As people are looking to cleanse their life of transfat and other preservatives, natural foods from around the world are quickly filling in the void. This causes the exposure of foods that were once local treasures to become international treats. The Hawaiian noni is no exception to this trend. Originally, the Hawaiian noni and its twin, the Po... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Zach Thompson @ Sunday, 16th November 2008 @ 6:52 PM

Hawaiian noni juice comes from the noni tree which is native to the Polynesian islands and to Hawaii. These trees are small in size and very hardy, making it possible for them to grow very well in the volcanic soil of these locations. It is even possible for these plants to grow in rocky shores and deal with ocean waters. The Hawaiian noni juice plant blooms all year around, making noni fruit every time one of the blooms is pollinated. The noni fruit is often called cheese fruit or starvatio... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Gary Vaughn @ Sunday, 16th November 2008 @ 12:29 PM

The use of fat burning foods, while helpful, certainly is not the answer to losing weight effectively. Unfortunately, fat burning foods, as an effective and consistent weight loss measure, are a fad. It's not that they don't work, it's just that one cannot depend entirely on one or another type of food to result in significant weight loss. It is also sadly ironic that so many people want to find another food to consume, rather than starting and continuing a daily exercise program... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Nick Nilsson @ Sunday, 16th November 2008 @ 6:22 AM

Low-Carb Diets, such as the Atkins Diet and the South Beach Diet, can be extremely effective for fat loss and weight control. You've no doubt known or heard of someone going on a low-carb diet and dropping 10 pounds or more in a week. Low-carb diets are very popular for their rapid results. Who wouldn't want fast results like this?! As popular and effective as low-carb diets are, how can there possibly be a significant downturn in the low-carb diet's popularity? After all, ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Joni Bell @ Sunday, 16th November 2008 @ 6:03 AM

Seems like the public has been brainwashed in the last several decades to think that digestive acids produced by the stomach are the root of digestive problems. Antacid tablets and liquids have been around for years. Now the latest supposed remedy for stomach problems is the "acid blockers" that have been advertised so heavily on television and in magazines. They have become one of the best-selling over-the-counter drug categories in history. Some of the advertisements even claim they ca... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Phoenix Delray @ Sunday, 16th November 2008 @ 4:14 AM

Nut allergies are some of the most common food allergies that people can suffer from, both children and adults. Nut allergies can be mild, moderate, severe, and can also be life threatening. A severe reaction of nut allergies is called anaphylaxis, and can be fatal. The symptoms that go along with nut allergies often begin quickly, usually within an hour or even a few minutes after someone coming into contact with a nut. There is no cure for nut allergies, and the only way to avoid n... more...

Health » Nutrition | By David Cassell @ Saturday, 15th November 2008 @ 3:43 PM

If you are shopping for home water filters, you might want to know a little bit about how do water filters work. Your kids might be interested, as well. In order to briefly explain, without getting to technical, let us look at specific contaminants, what they are and how they are removed. How do water filters work that remove chlorine and other chemicals? Chemicals are trapped through a process called "adsorption". The chemical compound is attracted to a specific material a... more...

Health » Nutrition | By David Cassell @ Saturday, 15th November 2008 @ 3:29 PM

An effective under counter water filter can cost as much as $800. But, you can buy under counter water filters that are just as effective for less than $200. You just have to look for a product that does not include a reverse osmosis step. Reverse osmosis or RO was originally designed for large industries and public treatment facilities. Eventually, it found its way into homes having brackish wells, as it was the only method to reduce the sodium content. Today, companies like GE ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Joni Bell @ Sunday, 2nd November 2008 @ 12:34 PM

There are hundreds of different types of cancer. The odds of getting some type of cancer at some point during your lifetime are relatively high especially considering what scientists tell us. They tell us that our bodies are continually making cancerous cells. That's pretty scary, isn't it? Well, there is a way to prevent those cancerous cells from ever developing into cancer. a way to destroy those cells before they have a chance to do any harm. It involves the use of apricot see... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Brenda Skidmore @ Friday, 31st October 2008 @ 3:19 PM

A recent nutritional research study published in 'Neurology' 2008; 71: 826-832, suggests that having lower end levels of vitamin B-12, often considered to be within an acceptable range, could be damaging to normal brain size. Another study conducted at Tufts University in Boston in 2000 estimated that about 40 percent of the U.S. Population has a vitamin B-12 deficiency. Vitamin B-12 deficiencies should be considered a public health concern, along with many other vital nutrient ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Carolyn Ekenstam @ Friday, 31st October 2008 @ 2:51 PM

So what are some of the things besides sugars that you should avoid? First there is alcohol and then some food groups. Alcohol always gets the instant blame in these groups and it can be a major contender for the top of the list. However, most people realize that alcohol is a huge "no-no" in the fight to shed pounds fast. The focus here is on the food items you can avoid to help cut the body fat out and actually to shed pounds fast. The first thing you should know is don't ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Brian Harrison @ Friday, 31st October 2008 @ 11:04 AM

There has been a big change in the eating habits of most people and the general awareness campaigns by governments and certain groups are finally paying off. People are far more knowledgeable about nutrition and health and one of the best ways to improve your diet and health is to include more fruit and vegetables in your diet by using a juicer machine. The benefits of juicing fruits and vegetables are many and this quick guide should help you understand the health benefits from j... more...

Health » Nutrition | By john sweet @ Friday, 31st October 2008 @ 10:07 AM

Junk food is not the be all and end all when it comes to taste. It is food that has been processed to the extreme and is now an American way of life. It is a common term used for any food item that is perceived to be unhealthy and has low or poor nutritional value. Generally, a junk food is given a very attractive appearance by adding food additives and colors to enhance flavor, texture, appearance, and increasing long self life. Of course, it is also readily available at restaurant ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Aydan Corkern @ Friday, 31st October 2008 @ 4:43 AM

In today's way of life, you might come to a time when you will need to start the detoxification of your body. This might need to be done for a number of reasons, such as cleaning out your system of too much alcohol, drugs, or the wrong kinds of foods that helped you put on a lot of weight. In other words, you will need to remove the bad toxins out of your body. These toxins can come from everything that we come in contact with, such as heavy metals, smog, pesticides, and other harmfu... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Corey Palmer @ Thursday, 30th October 2008 @ 6:33 AM

Pregnancy is a beautiful thing. It's just unfortunate that some people see it as a grueling nine-month long ordeal. What you may not realize is that pregnancy can actually be a fun and enjoyable experience. Think of it as nine months of anticipation that will culminate the moment you hear the first cry of your newborn. Each pregnancy can be different, but that's not to say there is no common denominator. Aside from the final product (the baby!), every woman that is carrying a child nee... more...