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The Mediterranean Diet - Everything You Need to Know
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
Studies have consistently shown that those living in Crete, Greece and Southern Italy have lower rates of heart disease compared to the rest of the American population. Studies have shown that diet plays a major ...
Healthy Breakfast Advice - What You Probably Don't Know
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
Don't skip breakfast. We have been told this countless times when we were growing up. It turns out that mothers know best where this area is concerned. Now, nutritionists actually tell us to follow mom's ...
Vegetarian Basics - Important Things You Might Not Be Aware of
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
The health benefits of vegetables are unparalleled. Not only do they contain vitamins and minerals, they also have dietary fiber that works wonders for the heart and the gastrointestinal system. In an increasingly health-conscious world, ...
The Benefits of Blueberries - Important Things You Might Not Be Aware of
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
The berry family is one of the healthiest natural food options on the planet. They are rich in antioxidants that help prevent the development of disease and fight off free radicals that cause cancers and ...
Sweet Drinks and Weight Loss - What You Should Know
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
Truly serious about getting rid of those love handles? Then make sure you clean your refrigerator of sweetened beverages. They might seem like harmless little bottles and cans that provide you with ultimate and that ...
Low Sodium Dieting - Helpful Facts You Should Know
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
NaCl. If you remember your high school chemistry, you'd know what these letters stand for. It is the symbol of the compound sodium chloride, more commonly known as the lowly table salt. It's an important ...
Organic Diets 101 - Useful Facts You May Not Know
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
We all live in a world of chemicals and genetic engineering. We have learned to accept the fact that in order to prevent pests from ravaging our fields, pesticides have to be sprayed on a ...
Advantages of Eating a Mediterranean Diet - Facts You Should be Aware of
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
A life that is long and free of disease and suffering is what we all want. But with the stresses inherent in modern living and the obscene levels of processed food consumption these days, it ...
Weight Loss and Vegetable Smoothies - Important Facts You Need to Know
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
You already know the value of vegetables. In case you don't, here's a rundown: They are full of antioxidants that fight free radical damage that causes cancer and other related illnesses. They reduce your risk ...
Low Fat Foods - Important Facts You Might Not Be Aware of
By Oretha Worthington · 12 years ago
Did you remember how you felt when you gave in to your craving for that juicy cheeseburger, fries and soda from your favorite fastfood chain? That initial bite was just glorious, wasn't it? That melt-in-the-mouth ...
Top Eating Methods For Staying Healthy and Fit
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Authorities have advocated healthy eating guidelines for overall wellness. The food pyramid and the basic food groups (go, grow and glow foods) are the traditional guides that most of us adhere to in order to ...
Juice Fasting - What You Probably Don't Know
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Classified as a detox diet, juice fasting involves drinking only fruit and vegetable juices for a limited period of time, say 2 to 7 days, to allow the body to cleanse itself of unwanted toxins ...
10 Powerful Dieting Tips for the New Year
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
2011 is here. The start of the year is a great time to resolve to keep our bodies fit and healthy. Regular exercise, proper diet and stress management are all keys to healthier living and ...
The Strengths of Food Processors
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Food processors are cool kitchen appliances that dice, chop, puree, shred, mash, knead, grind and pretty much do all the "hard labor" in the kitchen. Taken from the idea of a French industrial blender used ...
How to Make Delicious Strawberry Smoothies - What You Should Know
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Strawberries are succulent, sweet and nutritious. This is the understatement of the year as a nutritional analysis of strawberries revealed that these red fruits have higher levels of vitamin c, fiber, folate and potassium compared ...
The Benefits of Green Leafy Vegetables - Helpful Things You Ought to Know
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Eat your greens. This wasn't because mom wanted to punish us for being naughty. Her constant reminder at the dinner table didn't have anything to do with us being naughty or nice -- she merely ...
Vegetarian Recipes - The Main Info You Ought to Know About
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
It's no secret that vegetables are packed with nutrients, vitamins and minerals that are good for the health. They are also full of fiber and low in saturated fat so they make you feel fuller ...
Health Benefits of Drinking Green Smoothies - Details You Must Know
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Fruits and vegetables are essential to a healthy and fit body. They have high anti-oxidant properties and as such, protect against cancer and other diseases. They lower high blood pressure, and fight against heart and ...
Diets That Work - 3 Well Known Weight Loss Options
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Dieting is almost always associated with food restriction and craving. It entails a lot of self-control, calorie-counting and hunger, so many on a diet cheat at the very least or simply give up on it ...
Healthy Eating Secrets - Finding a Balanced Diet for Excellent Nutrition
By Oretha Worthington · 13 years ago
Healthy eating refers to eating suitable foods in an appropriate quantity. It's what fuels our bodies, and helps us live longer lives, and fight off curable diseases.
Healthy Eating and Nutrition
Healthy eating is vital ...