Chlorella and spirulina are two different types of so called super foods that come from algae. These two foods are very high in foliate, protein, minerals, vitamins, and amino acids. Many people believe taking these as dietary supplements can assist in recovering from illness as well as generally assisting the body is being healthy and […]
There are many vitamins that are essential to the human body, some of which you recognize but are probably not very familiar with. Although you might have heard of the B vitamin group, I’m betting that you cannot name more than a few of them individually. To help you move past that lack of knowledge, […]
There’s a lot of talk in the health community about omega-3 fatty acids and their ability to boost immune systems, decrease the probability of heart disease, and contribute to a more alert, healthy presence in everyday life. While a fair portion of all dietary discussion can come down to hype, there’s some real, scientifically proven […]
With the weight loss industry becoming so popular it has gathered a lot of mainstream attention. One example of this would be the superfoods list being shown on Oprah. Ever since that episode has aired there has been a gaining interest in superfoods and their nutritional (and weight loss) benefits. This article will go over […]
There are a lot of diets which target different goals. However, not all of them are safe and effective. For instance, crash diets could do more harm than good for individuals who are trying to lose weight. If you are looking for a diet which could help you to lose excess pounds and build lean […]
Protein is made up of 20 amino acids. Every type of protein is made of a different combination of amino acids and all of them are necessary to human life. Of those 20 amino acids, half are known as non-essential amino acids and the other half are called essential amino acids. Non-essential amino acids are […]
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that signifies the amount of stress your heart is under as it beats. Each time your heart beats, it sends out blood to your arteries and then it takes blood and oxygen in. If you are overweight, have hardened arteries or clogged arteries, your heart may be […]
These days most of us live busy lives and we’ve rarely got time to get to work and back let alone eat 3-5 small meals per day. Although we realize that optimal health requires good eating patterns, it can be difficult trying to keep up. In some cases, the best thing we can do is […]
As a person gets older their metabolism tends to slow down. Something that goes along with that is constipation. Constipation can be a very uncomfortable even miserable feeling for the average person. Most people do not realize how much this can affect them until they have experienced it for themselves. There are many things that […]
Most people with high cholesterol have been instructed by their physician to eat a healthier diet and cut out many foods from their diet that cause higher cholesterol. Foods that contain a high amount of saturated fats and trans-fats are very hazardous to our health. When we eat foods that are high in these types […]
Essential fatty acids are basically fats that cannot be produced by the human body and must be taken in via diet. Omega 3 and Omega 6 are two families of essential fatty acids that should be included in the diet. There are a number of functions that these fatty acids perform for the body and […]
If your doctor has told you that your cholesterol is too high, the first course of action is usually a healthy diet. Keeping your diet full of the good cholesterol food items, will help to lower your cholesterol and get healthy. There are a number of foods that you can include in your diet that […]
Looking for foods that are rich in nutrients is not a hard thing to do. The key is to look in the right places. If you are trying to research and find foods that offer the best nutrition then that means you are one step ahead of many people out there. Unfortunately today there are […]
There is a saying that goes, “we are what we eat,” and this is true especially in terms of our skin. The skin is the body’s largest organ, so it is indeed essential to treat it with care. Be aware of what you eat, because that is what your skin consumes as well. Vitamin A […]
Healthy fat intake is important to a balanced diet. Many people eat too much fat, which can lead to a variety of health problems — including cancer. There are some diets that revolve around high fat intake that have been linked to breast, colon, and even prostate cancer. Simply by making a few adjustments to […]
Becoming a healthy eater can be one of the hardest lifestyle changes an individual can make. Eating healthy requires the knowledge of how and what to eat, as well as a mental drive and conscious effort to continue with a proper diet. Making good decisions about what you eat doesn’t rely on counting fat grams […]
Healthy eating requires a strong mind and a determination for success. It is important to learn how to use proper nutrition in order to make the right decisions regarding eating habits. Being conscious and cautious about food intakes will allow you to be successful in your attempt at a healthy lifestyle. Some of the healthiest […]