January 2011
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Fruits and Veggies Make you Look HOT! →
Wanting beautiful skin? Instead of hitting the tanning salon consider upping your fruits and vegetable intake consistently. This not only is helpful for weight control but also for giving your skin a healthy glow.
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Crystal Deodorant Review
I have always heard of people using “rocks” or “Minerals” for deodorant but had never really looked into it myself until just recently. I have never really liked the idea of clogging my sweat glands with a chemicals that block the excretion of toxins. However the desire not to smell bad always won out. Well now I have found a solution that so far has been working...
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Welcome 2011
It is exciting to bring in a new year and think: What will the future hold? It is a time of celebration and hopefully a time of reflection.
A trend that I have noticed over the last few years is that New Year resolutions have seemed to have lost their popularity. Some state “well I have goals and I’m not going to use any specific time frame…” However those who use...
October 2010
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WatchRemember the FDA DO NOT regulate supplement like regular food. Buyer beware.
September 2010
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WatchSalmonella scare prompts massive egg recall
August 2010
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Dining Out - Nutrition Made Easy - Photos -... →
Salad should be one of the healthiest choices you can make for a meal. However in our calorie infused country we have found ways of making them calorie dense and fattening. At the end of the day remember what makes a salad healthy is the veggies, fruit, nuts and seeds. If it is not in one of those categories evaluate the topping to see if its really worth consuming.
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50 Fattiest Foods in the States - Health.com →
Its no wonder that our country is struggling so much with obesity. If we had competitions and TV shows that focused in on the biggest salad or salad eating contests our country might be in a different place.
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Not Giving Up Coffee?? Then Improve It!
Lets face it some of us even though we know coffee is bad for us just really want a cup of joe in the morning. Its just one of those simple pleasures in life and sometimes giving that up is just down right hard(or doesn’t last long). While I would love to say that I found some magical coffee plant, that spits out beans that makes our cellulite disappear and cures cancer, that is not the...
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Shaved Raw Asparagus with Blueberries and Lychee... →
A true cure from a boring salad!
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Asparagus
Asparagus is a good source of Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Folate, Tryptophan, Manganese, Dietary Fiber, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Phosphorus, Protien, Potassium, Magnesium, Selenium and Calcium. When was the last time you had asparagus?
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Olives a Natural Anti-Inflammatory
Olives are an excellent source of vitamin E which is known for protecting cells and lowering inflammation. Olives also have phytonutrient compounds called polyphenols and flavonoids, which also appear to have significant anti-inflammatory properties.
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Eye See Fruit
A study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology indicates that eating 3 or more servings of fruit per day may protect vision. This lowers your risk of age-related macular degeneration, the primary cause of vision loss in older adults.
Free Book « The Full Plate Diet →
The full Plate Diet book focuses in on increasing fiber and nutrients in the diet. This book not only has great recipes but also teaches things that you can do to adjust some of the recipes that you and your family already love. Best off you can access this book free online.
Born to be fat? – Paging Dr. Gupta - CNN.com Blogs →
While this articles talks about calories and how much should be gained etc. Remember the quality of food is important as well. Don’t rely just on the prenatal vitamins but get a good variety of fruits and veggies.
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Least Effective Exercises Pictures Slideshow: 9... →
Here are some well known exercises that can get you into trouble and some simple solutions to get your work out back on track. It is wise to make full use of mirrors during your work outs to make sure that your form is correct. Another good option is hiring a personal trainer to switch up your routine and instruct you properly on how to perform the exercises so injury is unlikely to occur. ...
How to Stay Safe in the Heat « Today's Health... →
If you are starting a new exercise program remember to be cautious of the heat and aim for early morning or near dusk when the heat is not going to be so intense. If you are going to be working at high intensities having a work out partner around may provide you with some extra safety as well as accountability. Remember to make sure you are staying hydrated through out the day and during your...
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Open Up for Watermelon!
Watermelon is very high in an amino acid called citrulline which our body uses to create another amino acid called arginine. Arginine is helpful in lowering blood pressure, improving insulin sensitivity, and preventing erectile dysfunction!
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The Body Odd - Women's hormone cream can screw up... →
More and more women are choosing to take part in Hormone Replacement Therapy as they go through their menopausal years. There is always risk when playing around with hormones and its not just to your own health but also those around you.
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Avocado with Savory Tomato Sorbet and Chips Recipe... →
Looking for a cool healthy summer snack. Doesn’t get much cooler than this. Epicurious.com is known for its forward thinking and commitment to fabulous food. And occasionally they bless us with something that is not only amazingly tasty but also healthy!
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Love your Tomato
Tomatoes are excellent sources of Vitamin C, Folate, Potassium, and Lycopene. Lycopene is a carotenoid found in human serum and skin as well as the adrenal glands, liver, lungs, prostate and colon. Studies documenting a high intake of Lycopene have shown a reduction in cancer rates.
Meet the critters inside your mattress - CNN.com →
We all know that good sleep is essential to health. What you may want to think more about is the age of your sleeping materials; and upkeep necessary to keep your sleeping environment clean, structurally sound, and bug/allergen free.
July 2010
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Caffeine Nation
250 ml bottle of Coca-Cola contains 26 milligrams of caffeine
75 ml bottle of Rockstar powershot contains 200 milligrams of caffeine.
355 ml can of Red Bull contains 113.6 milligrams of caffeine.
Go drink some water!
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Treat your Feet, $4 Foot Spa
Therapy for the feet has long been used for relaxation and stress relief. With the current economy we tend to leave out some of the extras. So here is a way you can have your foot spa with out putting strain on the pocket.
Go to your nearest Dollar store to pick up materials:
1. Plastic bin large enough to fit your feet and thick enough that it will effectively hold warm water.
2. Two...
WatchOvereating and don’t even know it?
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WatchEnergy Boosting Banana Smoothie
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“Carrots are good for the eyeballs and good for clearing up breakouts. No magic...”
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“Dark chocolate contains a tannin called procyanidin, which is also found in red...”
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Journal of Nutrition
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“Green tea releases catechin, an antioxidant with proven anti-inflammatory and...”
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“Spinach is packed with the essential minerals potassium and magnesium, and it’s...”
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UCLA
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“Sweet Potatoes are one of the healthiest foods on the planet. It contains...”
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“Red Tomatoes are packed with antioxidant lycopene; processed tomatoes are just...”
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WatchAre engineered food makes us fatter?
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Raspberry Season is Here! Indulge
Raspberries are a wonderful summer treat. Raspberries are planted all over the US with most of them being ripe and ready between June and October.
Raspberries contain Ellagic Acid which help prevent unwanted damage to cell membranes in the body by neutralizing free radicals
Research in the Netherlands, published in the journal BioFactors shows that raspberries are close to 50% higher in...
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The Not so Villain Potato
The Potato gets a very bad reputation as being a nasty Villain when in reality its not the potato that is bad. Where we get in trouble is how we fix it. The potato is one of the most produced vegetables of the world. However it is most commonly made into greasy french fries, potato chips, mashed with butter, milk and cheese, or baked and stuffed with butter, cheese and sour cream.
However...
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Hard chairs help drive hard bargains - CTV News →
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“Laughing not only eases stress, promotes social bonding, and lowers blood...”
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“When the sun goes down, your pineal gland switches on like clockwork to secrete...”
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“To defend yourself against stress-hormone disruption, make a habit of exercising...”
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Ohio State University
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“On dangerously hot and humid days, try downing a glass of water every hour. Go...”
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Harvard Medical School
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“Eat light. Choose smaller meals that don’t make your digestive system work...”
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Harvard Medical School
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WatchHungry for Pesticides?? A few tips to keep your pesticide consumption down.
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“Kellogg said on Friday it noticed “an uncharacteristic off-flavor and...”
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Reuters
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A Grape Way to Start the Day
Blend:
1Cup Frozen Strawberries
1 Cup Frozen Blueberries
1 Ripe banana
1/4th C oatmeal (optional, but it will help hold you over)
4 oz Pomegranate Juice (optional)
Grape juice to blend.
Serves 2
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WatchEating Brown Rice can reduce 16% Diabetes risk - Harvard University
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June 2010
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Lentils for energy
Lentils provide a steady source of energy. A good source of several B vitamins essential to energy production, as well as iron, which helps red blood cells carry oxygen. My favorite? Lentils on toast.
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Blueberries for memory
Blueberries’s deep blue color is caused by flavonoids—natural compounds that protect the brain’s memory-carrying cells (neurons) from the negative effects of oxidation and inflammation. Fresh or frozen ones are equally good.
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Edamame and mood
Edamame is fiber-rich, it keeps your blood-sugar levels steady. Edamame also contain protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to help combat depression.
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Brazil nuts for prostate health
A Brazil nut have 100 mcg of selenium, a mineral that may reduce a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer. Take 2 a day for optimal health.