Nutrition Articles

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 8:01 PM

We all fear change. And when we see a "movement" start to get momentum in society, its easy to fear it is being imposed on us by some sinister force out to ruin our way of life. That instinct to fear change at a social level goes way back. But the truth is that society does change and evolve and often for the better. The anti smoking movement of the last three decades is a good example of positive social change. When the move to eliminate smoking from our national life first s... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:59 PM

Most people who don't know anything about the vegetarian lifestyle think that is must be pure drudgery being a vegetarian and giving up meat. That is a misconception because even though meat is not a part of a vegetarian diet, it isn't about what you are going without, it is what is in your diet and in your life that makes a vegetarian lifestyle work so well. If you actually interviewed a vegetarian, the last thing they would say is that they are all about not eating meat. Instead t... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:49 PM

Even if your reasons for turning toward a vegetarian lifestyle are moral, ethical or religious, it is common to miss the taste of meat especially when you first start your walk as a vegetarian. The first rule to enforce is not to feel guilty about that. Just loving meat doesn't make you a bad thing. After all, most of us are raised eating pork, chicken, beef and other meats and if our parents did not have scruples about meat consumption, you have that as part of your upbringing. T... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:41 PM

Think about it, have you ever seen a fat vegetarian? Probably not. In fact, for most of us, vegetarian is almost synonymous with lean and healthy, isn't it? And when you start any diet, what's the first thing the experts tell you? Generally it's to increase the amounts of vegetables you're eating and to eat limited amounts of meat, especially high-fat red meat and pork. And what happens when you resume your old eating habits? Generally the weight will come right back ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:34 PM

A vegetarian diet is known to provide a wide range of health benefits. Research has shown vegetarians to suffer less heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, various cancers, diverticular disease, gall stones, kidney stones, osteoporosis and bowel disorders. Vegetarian diets have also been used in the treatment of various illnesses.Many of the health benefits derived from a vegetarian diet have to do with creating a healthy environment in the bowels and stomach. Our digestive syste... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:31 PM

The research on diet and cancer is that obesity increases the risk of developing cancer. Dietary practices often explain the incidence of cancer.Colon cancer is common in the United States.Studies have shown that immigrants to America develop the risk of their new country, often within one generation, suggesting a substantial link between diet and cancer. You might have a general idea that eating a vegetarian diet is more healthy for you. But do you really know how much less the inciden... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:30 PM

Because the younger generation is often more in touch with world culture than adults, teenagers are in general more attuned to the environmental movement, to issues involving organic farming and with the reasons for becoming a vegetarian.So as more and more teenagers experiment with vegetarianism, the better informed they are about what it really means to live meat free, the better. Then even if they do not continue their lifestyle as a vegetarian, their experience was an educational one and the... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:23 PM

In many family budgets, one of the biggest food expenses is often meat. So in theory at least becoming a vegetarian should be an outstanding financial maneuver. In theory, if all you ate was rice and vegetables, you should be able to live for very little. But theory and reality are often far apart from each other. Because the culture of vegetarian living has developed so many high quality foods to fill the gap left behind by a good steak or a plate of barbeque ribs, you can spend as ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:21 PM

If you've been to any large banquets recently, you may have noticed people passing up the prime rib and baked chicken in order to feast on a vegetarian meal. Vegetarianism seems to be gaining in popularity each year, spurred on by health concerns, weight difficulties, and celebrity endorsements. You may find that a vegetarian diet is the key to weight loss in your particular case. First of all, it is important to define the vegetarian diet. You may be surprised to learn that the... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:19 PM

Whenever you make a major change in your lifestyle, having a strong support group around you is crucial. And the decision to become a vegetarian is definitely a major change of lifestyle. So one of the best ways you can ensure your success in making this transition is to build a strong support structure around you for support, friendship and advice. This does not mean you are not going to continue to maintain your existing friendships and relationships. But our friendship network is ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:19 PM

One of the biggest injustices that the vegetarian movement has endured is that in popular culture, the image of a vegetarian is that of a fanatic hippy or cult member who is "off the deep end" and cannot think about anything else besides "saving a cow" and pushing vegetarianism on everyone he meets. The truth is that the lifestyle of a vegetarian is not that different than everyone else in the culture. In fact, the odds are that somewhere in your social circle at work, ... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:14 PM

Diabetics must choose any food they eat very carefully, as each food choice they make has a profound impact on their overall health on a meal-to-meal basis. Diabetes affects people of all ages, both genders, from all walks of life and backgrounds. Untreated, it can cause wounds to heal slowly, infections take longer to cure, blindness, and kidney failure. Diet is one of the most important ways of controlling diabetes, and a vegetarian lifestyle with its emphasis on low fat, high fiber, and nutri... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:10 PM

It's been well documented through the years that vegetarians are healthier than people who eat meat. Vegetarians are less likely to be obese, or to have high blood pressure, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or colon cancer. They are also less likely to die from heart disease. The first major advantage of a vegetarian diet is increased heart health. Vegetarians, on average, consume more nuts (often as a supplemental form of protein). Nuts contain "good" fats, such as omega-3 a... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Paul Hata @ Sunday, 17th August 2008 @ 7:08 PM

In a 1982 study of more than 10,000 vegetarians and meat eaters, British researchers found that the more meat consumed, the greater the risk of suffering a heart attack. Though eliminating meat from the diet is likely to reduce your consumption of heart-damaging fats and cholesterol, substituting large amounts of high-fat dairy products and cholesterol-rich eggs can negate the benefit. To glean the heart-saving benefits of vegetarianism, consumption of such foods as hard cheese, cream ch... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Brian Knapp @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 5:27 PM

Seemingly every day there is a brand new diet coming out. Some are good, but most of them are ridiculous gimmicks. Eat only meat, eat only vegetables, don't eat anything, only drink liquids. What ever happened to a balanced, simple diet that helped you lose weight? I propose that there are really two major components to losing weight: reducing calorie intake and increasing your metabolism through exercise. If you do those things you'll lose weight. It's just that simple.more...

Health » Nutrition | By Arnold Hernandez @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 3:24 PM

A diabetes diagnoses is qutie shocking for most, but it is really a matter of control. Diabetes can be controlled with the proper diet and exercise, and medicine by your physician. The control you possess comes via the foods you eat and the exercise you do. Combined these two can aid in controlling your weight, reducing stress, lowering your blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides (blood fats). Taking your medication as indicated, glucose testing, and communication... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Stephanie Foster @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 8:35 AM

One of the secrets to having beautiful long hair is eating well. Genetics play a role too, but you can improve the appearance of your hair by eating well. Protein is one of the key building blocks of your hair. If you aren't getting enough your hair is not likely to continue growing in healthy, strong and thick. This doesn't mean you need to eat a lot more meat. You can get protein from vegetarian sources that will generally be healthier for your entire body. Vitam... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Keith Lewis @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 2:15 AM

Are there foods that actually help our bodies detoxify? The following lists are common foods that we eat every day. I will discuss 10 of the top foods that are involved in the natural detoxification of our bodies. They are as follows. Water: As with most dietary programs of any kind and just for health in general, drink lots of water. Liquids help flush our body while pouring in nutrients. Drinking water is probably one of the healthiest things that you can do and it is vital if you are t... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Keith Lewis @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 2:10 AM

Carbohydrates certainly are and have been the most controversial type of food in the American diet today. Are carbs good? Are they bad? What is a good carb? What is a bad carb? It is very confusing for most people. Carbohydrates are, however, one of the most varied of the three nutrient types. Carbohydrates include starches such as bread and potatoes as well as sugars. They also contain things we think are good for us, like fruits and vegetables and of course everybody's favorite chocolate.... more...

Health » Nutrition | By Keith Lewis @ Friday, 15th August 2008 @ 2:06 AM

Proteins give you energy and are needed for your body to manufacture hormones, antibodies, enzymes, and tissues. Your body cannot live without certain essential amino acids found in proteins. They are called essential because your body needs them to function properly, and it cannot manufacture them on its own. You need a regular dose of the essential amino acids in your diet. When you eat a protein, your digestive system breaks these proteins down into amino acids. As food travels through the ga... more...