Archive for April, 2008
Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Did you know that the average American consumes 2-3 pounds of sugar each week? This is not surprising considering that highly refined sugars in the forms of sucrose (table sugar), dextrose (corn sugar), and high-fructose corn syrup are being processed into so many foods.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Maintaining a healthy diet is a snap when you're in the comfort of your own kitchen. But for many health conscious people, a short business trip or even a simple afternoon away from home can sound the health alarm. At this moment of truth, let a little knowledge and foresight come to the rescue.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Who would have thought that a favorite Thanksgiving side dish could be so good for you? In fact, cranberries are full of antioxidants, which protect the body against cell damage caused by free radicals. This property makes cranberries one of the top "super foods" with 5 proven health benefits.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Is becoming vegetarian a good thing to do? Are there risks or is it just out of concern for animals? If you are considering becoming vegetarian what should you be aware of that you might not know.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Researchers have confirmed what a lot of you mothers out there already know: some infants just seem programmed to need their mothers more. Scientists have found a genetic reason why some baby monkeys are more attached to mom, and that the attachment is more like an addiction.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Forty years ago, when I was a kid (and a vegetarian newbie), vegetarianism was not common. The statement "I am a vegetarian" was met with a simple "Oh". Then came the 1980s when it became fashionable to be vegetarian for health reasons.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
It always surprises me to see that even though people are struggling to lose weight their house is still filled with junk foods because they associate eating junk food with "living a little". Here's how to combine the best of both worlds for a healthier diet while still "living a little".
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Bran Cereals can help you lose weight when consumed at the right time and in the correct combination. People in North America exercise less and eat more calorie rich foods now than they did in the 1960's and 1970's. In the United States about 66% of the population is overweight or obese.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
I would imagine that you have heard the phrase "you are what you eat?" Well this phrase essentially answers the question why is organic food good for you. The foods we consume are usually the best indicator of just how healthy our bodies are. So the real question we have to answer is what's so good about organic food anyway?
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2008
Being prepared for an emergency is crucial in today's world. Being caught un-prepared could lead to sure disaster. Make a plan, practice your plan and be prepared. I hope that these useful guide lines will help you and your family take action.
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