The human body is subject to constant evolution, as it adapts to both positive and negative aspects of its surrounding environment. Take the impact of the obesity academic in the Western world, for example, which is causing teenagers in the U.S. and UK to develop health conditions that were previously […]
Nutrition
Should we Call Artificial Sweeteners or Sweet Poison?
Is your life dependent on artificial sweetener? If you are drinking sugar-free drinks and dumping a few of Splenda into your morning coffee, I must say you should be embarrassed to consider yourself as healthy. In reality, you are not healthy at all. Although the unsubstantiated side effects include chronic […]
Coping with Winter-Simple Survival Strategies
Most people who live in the northern hemisphere dread the onset of winter. The cold weather, the short days and the dreaded flu all contribute to a feeling of gentle gloom. The Blues Some people also are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)-this is due to shorter natural daylight during […]
Secrets to Healthy Meal Plans In the Three Week Body Makeover
Are you heading off to the beach in three weeks time and need healthy meals plans for a three week body makeover? If that is the case, you do not have to look far because in this article you can learn about a metabolism-boosting meal plan that could help you […]
Useful Weight Loss Tips
We all know the secret to weight loss - eat healthy and exercise to burn off the calories; yet, over two-third of the adult population in the US alone is coping with weight issues and obesity. Though this weight loss mantra may sound simple, sticking to it can be quite […]
Omega 3 vs. Omega 6
Omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids contribute a lot in keeping the body functioning well. Though at first glance you may find both looking the same, but then no, they have different value in your body and each has different benefits. Scientific evidence shows that both are helping in […]
Red Wine is Good for Adult's Health: A Myth or A Fact?
Almost all sorts of parties are not complete without wine. Serving wine is a good way to entertain the guests (and keep them busy). That is why there are many types and brands of wine in the market today. Among the many kinds of wine, red wine is considered as […]
Tips for Battling Acid Reflux
Anyone can get acid reflux. This condition affects over 33 percent of Americans. Even though the condition is widespread, there is a lot of confusion about the proper methods of prevention and treatment. In the next few minutes, you’ll discover a handful of useful tips for battling reflux. Chew your […]
The Top Signs of an Eating Disorder
Eating disorders are most commonly found among women and girls and generally begin to manifest themselves during adolescence at around 17 years of age. Left untreated, they can result in serious physical and mental health problems and, in extreme cases, may lead to death. With the right treatment, however, they […]
A Whisky Per Day, Keeps The Dr Away!
The water of life - whiskey; but seriously, is it actually good for your health? Well, certainly, there are those who both support and oppose the notion of the "water of life". I want to start off by covering the so called "benefits" of being a whisky drinker. Sleep - […]
Useful Tips for Appetite Control
The craze for healthy and fit bodies has led people to try many different methods of losing weight. These range from the beneficial ones like including exercise and moderating food intake to the harmful ones like laxative abuse and bulimia. On the whole, a change in eating habits and activity […]
Why GMO Labeling is Important
GMO (genetically modified organisms) are organisms that have had their DNA altered through genetic engineering. Not all foods are genetically modified, but many of the staple food crops, including corn, soy, and wheat are overwhelmingly genetically altered. As GMOs have become more common in supermarkets, this has raised concern about […]