Quick information on current health issues.
Enjoy eating delicious foods? Silly question – who doesn’t? Knowing how to choose foods that not only taste the best, but are also best for you may be more of a challenge. Educated foodies, farmers, restaurateurs, and consumers are making conscientious decisions to purchase food products based not only on quality, but also with the … [Read more…]
According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Today more than ever, people are realizing that preventative health care is a smart habit and are taking initiative to eat better, exercise more regularly, and keep current on physician check-ins. When it comes to health, it is vital … [Read more…]
That is the question. This EatingWell article takes a gander into the best produce to buy organic, picks that are on the fence, and produce that is usually safe. Preferably Organic —Most Commonly Contaminated* Dirty Dozen If Budget Allows, Buy Organic It’s Your Call —Least Commonly Contaminated Apples Celery Strawberries Peaches Spinach Nectarines Grapes Sweet Bell Peppers … [Read more…]
Always looking for the best foods to eat for maximum brain functionality? Me too, that is why I am sharing the Best and Worst Brain Foods. You’ll find a reminder on why to stick to your usual super foods; blueberries, spinach, salmon, yogurt and nuts. With a quick inspirational reason for avoiding bagels, candy, pop, … [Read more…]
Countless studies prove that healthy eating and regular exercise can be used to lower cholesterol, body weight, and improve overall quality of life. As an athlete, you will gain a competitive edge naturally, just by eating well. I have found that nutritarian style is the most fun and least restrictive. Here is a great nutrition shake … [Read more…]
Noom Weight Loss Coach- Free Android App Record calorie intake, track exercise and share progress on Facebook. Brain Trainer- Free Iphone, pad, and pod Play something other than angry birds with these neuroscientist designed games for increased attention and enhanced cognitive performance, memory, and mood. iTriage- Free Android, Ipad and Iphone Possible causes, treatment and … [Read more…]
Information from: Change Your Body, Change Your Brain a book by Daniel G. Amen M.D., 2010. Names for sugar on food labels: Sugar Invert sugar Lactose Malatodextrin Honey Maltose Glucose Barley Malt Carmel color Malt syrup Galactose Molasses Fruit juice concentrate Sorbitol Fruit juice Turbinado sugar Fructose Agave Dextrose Dehydrated cane juice Corn syrup (or … [Read more…]
Based on this research music is correlated to better health. It can help make you smarter and improve brain functionality. Music = Happiness If your looking for an excuse to incorporate more music in your life check these out. Read them to your boss. Here are 17 studies about music, the brain and your health: … [Read more…]
1. Eat Spicy Foods: Hot red pepper, which contains the appetite-suppressing chemical capsaicin, and other spicy foods speed up your metabolism through the process of thermogenesis or turning energy, such as calories, into heat in your body. Think of your body as a machine. The more it works, digesting food, exercising etc., the more it burns. … [Read more…]
Like our sabor-tooth-dodging ancestors, Nutritarians treat food as fuel. I am a long ridiculed Nutritarian because of how finicky and undefined my eating habits have always been from the perspective of servers, and others who dine with me. I’ve been referring to myself as “close to a vegetarian, but I eat meat sometimes.” That is … [Read more…]