Are Wheat and Gluten Killing You Slowly?
Times are starting to evolve and people are starting to move away from the conventional one size fits all government eating guidelines such as the food pyramid or more recently the food plate. I am proud to say that I do not follow this kind of advice(anymore), the broad advice given by the government is to follow a diet high in carbohydrates and low in fat, which I feel is nothing short of ridiculous. I have seen the results of this advice first hand when I worked for…
An Overwhelming Fact Dividing Fat And SkinnyIn society there is always going to be a division of different classes off people–the wealthy from the middle class, and the middle class from the lower class, and believe it or not the division between those that are at a healthy body weight and those that are morbidly obese grows as each day passes. You see it in your own backyard, and you even see it in the main stream media. Many of the actors and actresses that we have come to enjoy are starting to pack on the pounds.
Beware of Processed Foods!You’ve probably been hearing it for years… being told that processed foods are bad for you. So if you’re having a hard time understanding just what the term “processed food” means, you’re in the right place.
How to Get Your Kids to Eat Swiss Chard: A TutorialSwiss chard isn’t always at the top of our kids’ favorite food list. Most kids have never even eaten it. But it is easy to incorporate this nutritional powerhouse into your children’s diet. Read more to find out how!
Sources for Weight Loss RecipesFirst of all, let’s look at sources for weight loss recipes. The internet is full of recipes. WebMd, Epicurious, iVillage, and even BeliefNet all have low calorie recipes on them. You can also find recipes for just about any specific dish by typing “dish low calorie” into a search engine like Google.
Are Carbohydrates Really That Important?I have written a few articles on nutrition and supplements. I am writing this article to let you know specifically about what carbohydrates are and why you need them. If you want to move forward in your fitness progress, carbs are very important. Let me tell you why.
What About Water Intake For Fitness?I have written about supplements and foods you should eat, and proteins but I am now going to touch on water. It is very important to take in enough water, but is often overlooked in today’s world of energy drinks and such.
Ten Superfoods You Need To Eat Every WeekImagine a drug so powerful, it can lower your cholesterol, reduce your risk of cancer and heart disease, and as an added bonus, it also helps you to look and feel better. Oh, did I mention that it’s all-natural and there are no side effects?
Exploring Calories In FruitNutritionists advise people of all ages to eat more fruits and vegetables, with an emphasis on raw produce and balancing the two. One reason this balance is important has to do with getting all of the necessary vitamins and minerals.
Snackaholics AnonymousAre you a snackaholic? Do you crave foods between meals? Do you have a sweet tooth that nags you and demands treats? Are you also trying to lose weight? If you want to satisfy the snackaholic within you and still lose weight or maintain your figure, read on for some suggestions.
What Kills Abdominal FatAs significant physical activity and exercise is to your body, equally crucial is to know what food is good for your body to stay away from excess fat. The most salient aspect to keep your body from accumulating that excess fat is to find answers to two key questions: Which foods kill belly fat? When does one eat it?
Foods to Stay Away From To Have a Healthy BodyFitness is something that everyone desires to have, but how many people actually take the pain of eating right and leading the right lifestyle in order to maintain a good level of physical fitness? The answer is ‘Very few’ of course. If you have managed to lose a lot of weight and you wish to maintain a good looking body then you should watch what you eat.