Amanda Seyfried openly credits a raw food diet for her new found slimmer figure. The diet consists of eating only unprocessed and uncooked foods. When food is cooked, you destroy the digestive enzymes and the positive nutritional. The diet includes lots of fruits, veggies and nuts, but it also can … [Read more...]
Recently came across this post about Robin Quivers from the Howard Stern show who recently went on a vegan diet and lost 70 pounds. Gee, she didn't really look that overweight to me, but I haven't seen her on the tube in a few years. Anyway, Robin says "I have a Magic Bullet [blender] in my … [Read more...]
Great post from UltimateFatburner about the true meaning of the term ORAC, what can affect its ultimate value, and why it's important to read the label more carefully. It's probably safe to assume that “high ORAC” is “good.” And if high ORAC fruits and vegetables are good for you, are … [Read more...]
What exactly is a free radical? Free radicals are atoms, molecules or ions that have lost an electron due to oxidation rendering them "unstable." When free radicals interact with certain chemical reactions in the body, they can create significant damage to healthy cells. In fact, free radicals … [Read more...]
Modern life is full of pressure, stress and frustration. Worrying about your job security, being overworked, driving in rush-hour traffic, arguing with your spouse — all these create stress. According to a recent survey by the American Psychology Association, fifty-four percent of Americans are … [Read more...]
Studies indicate that approximately 75% of hypertension cases are directly attributable to being overweight. Hypertension is the medical name for high blood pressure. With the significant rise in obesity in the last decade, we have also seen a corresponding increase in the prevalence of … [Read more...]
Keep nutrition simple, affordable and accessible! Navigating the road to better health can be difficult at best. When it comes to nutrition, most … [Read More...]
Amanda Seyfried openly credits a raw food diet for her new found slimmer figure. The diet consists of eating only unprocessed and uncooked foods. When … [Read More...]