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30th September 2009
Each day we hear of the advantages of Antioxidants. I know many of us are already very aware of what antioxidants are and the advantages they have on our health in general. Few of us really know the sources of antioxidants. Our standard meal doesn't al... Read >
Author: Brad Bahr28th September 2009
A healthy cute smile is a significant feature of life. It has an impact on your health, self-esteem, and associations both professional and personal. You may not like the nature or color of your teeth. Your fear might be gaps or missing teeth. These days,... Read >
Author: Robert Harlin22nd September 2009
Every day we hear of the benefits of Antioxidants. I know most of us area already well aware of what antioxidants are, and the benefits it has on our health in general. However, few of us actually know the sources of antioxidants. Our standard meal does n... Read >
Author: wbdoyle22nd September 2009
Arthritis is a general term describing over 100 different conditions that cause pain, stiffness and (often) inflammation in one or more joints. Everyone with arthritis can benefit from eating a healthy well balanced diet.
There is no special diet or '... Read >
Author: wbdoyle22nd September 2009
Recent studies have shown that more people are getting overweight every year. This happens not only to adults but even to kids who have just started in school.
A lot of factors cause this to happen such as genetics, overeating, the type of food taken ... Read >
Author: Alden Robinson19th September 2009
The multiple benefits of fish oil supplements continue to amaze me. The omega-3 fatty acids found in oil from fish are such an integral part of our body’s functions.
For example, the brain requires adequate levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in or... Read >
Author: Elizabeth Ruby17th September 2009
Are omega3 tablets really recommended by doctors? Some doctors do recommend supplementation for some of their patients. Some popular “celebrity” doctors make blanket recommendations for everyone and even have their own brands. Some doctors have ver... Read >
Author: Laurel Cohen07th September 2009
When it comes to reducing your risk of developing colon cancer, there is a lot of good news. This is a type of cancer that usually develops slowly, which means that there is time to take steps to prevent it or at least to detect it before it becomes serio... Read >
Author: Muscle Man07th September 2009
The secret of getting ripped abs is a mental mind frame that allows you to follow the set regime. Workouts and strict control on the dietary intake is what it takes to get the abdominal muscular built. You need dedication and commitment. Being mentally pr... Read >
Author: Mercy02nd September 2009
Cancer is the third biggest cause of death in the world according to study. Death rate would increase faster because of cancers. Unless caught in the early stages, cancers are very difficult to treat. Usually people do not like to mention cancers. The mai... Read >
Author: Wendy01st September 2009
By using these supplements are known provides your body with a superior source of protein that the body is used for a variety of processes that each Component of Whey Protein Powders have. These effects go a long way in providing energy and contribute to ... Read >
Author: Whey Protein30th August 2009
Let's face it: There is a huge range of health benefits that you get when you include resveratrol in your daily dietary intake.
The question is: Which is the best method that you should follow, in order to make sure that you get the right amount of the... Read >
Author: nicossty21st August 2009
Fruits and vegetables have another disease-fighting weapon to offer: Lutein. Studies show this carotenoid prevents and, to some extent, reverses vision loss, immune system problems, cancer and cardiovascular disease. With that in mind, load up your plate ... Read >
Author: Dan15th August 2009
Zits are mainly caused due to the abnormal production of sebum, sebum is a type of oil created by the sebaceous glands. Dietary intake, hormonal unbalances and greasy texture of the skin are some of the most usual reasons that contribute to zits. This exc... Read >
Author: Tabitha Woodson04th August 2009
The Asian countries, especially China, have been benefiting from excellent health for thousands of years by drinking green tea. Green tea was and is drank in large quantities for health and also in treating or prevent various forms of illness. There have ... Read >
Author: Garry Nixon04th August 2009
Holistic nutrition? While it practically leaves some minds blank, it actually caused enough stir as well. A lot of individuals have become interested in this alternative health care program and have undergone training making them certified nutritional pra... Read >
Author: Dwain Griffith04th August 2009
Much good has been written about this powerhouse plant recently. Many documented cases have testified to this plants numerous medicinal qualities.
How much turmeric to use to get those healthy benefits is probably going to surprise you. If you live in ... Read >
Author: Peter Foremski03rd August 2009
Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in all your body's cells. Cholesterol in a person's body originates from two major sources, dietary intake and production in the liver. Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in ... Read >
Author: shantiprasad03rd August 2009
Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in all your body's cells. Cholesterol in a person's body originates from two major sources, dietary intake and production in the liver. Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in ... Read >
Author: shantiprasad03rd August 2009
hoodia diet supplement is the no1 health product for losing weight, this natural fat burning supplement makes your brain believe your full. Your organism will get the missing energy by burning the fat deposits in your waist and other parts of the body. T... Read >
Author: Mack Mercado27th July 2009
Several kinds of acne treatments work differently with various people. What works well for one person may not work at all for another.
Here are a variety of tips to help with acne prevention and treatment and skin maintenance. They are listed in no pa... Read >
Author: santhrow24th July 2009
A report published in the March, 2009 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition described a study conducted by researchers at the University of Adelaide in Australia which found that a combination of testosterone and an oral nutritional suppleme... Read >
Author: Dayna Dye19th July 2009
If you are heavy weight and your BMI is greater than 40 and suffering from heavy weight problem, then there is a solution for you i.e. Lap Band Surgery. There are several benefits to having the Lap-Band surgery presented as a heaviness decrease option. ... Read >
Author: Andrew Jhonson17th July 2009
The acai berry diet plan is said to be the answer to an individual's weight loss problems. It has gained much attention over the past couple of years because of the media coverage that has been devoted to the acai berry in general, from news segments to t... Read >
Author: Travis16th July 2009
VITAMIN C COLDS
The evidence that Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) can cure the common cold is not conclusive despite conflicting medical evidence. This water soluble nutrient is not stored in the body so we need a constant daily supply. Low levels of this vi... Read >
Author: Colin Platt05th July 2009
Recent studies have shown that more people are getting overweight every year. This happens not only to adults but even to kids who have just started in school.
A lot of factors cause this to happen such as genetics, overeating, the type of food taken ... Read >
Author: JonJG04th July 2009
A high triglyceride level has been shown to increase the risk of stroke and heart attack by as much as 60% even if the Cholesterol level is normal. Simple changes in the diet may help with high triglyceride levels. This article discusses several ways to u... Read >
Author: Rutchell Laquihon22nd June 2009
One of the biggest falacies about hemroid treatments is that there's a miraculous pill out there that will permanently erradicate you hemroids. Hemroid symotoms are, in many cases, indicative of trouble with your overall digestive health. As such, pills, ... Read >
Author: Frank McLoughlin12th June 2009
Sunlight is the main source of vitamin d for humans. In Canada, vitamin d supplement is recommended for all infants to correct for a lack of exposure to ultraviolet light due to Canada's northern geographic latitude. Oral vitamin d supplementation is the ... Read >
Author: John Fisher12th June 2009
Humans intake vitamin d naturally via sunlight In Canada, vitamin d supplement is recommended for all infants to correct for a lack of exposure to ultraviolet light due to Canada's northern geographic latitude. If there is a shortage of vitamin d in the h... Read >
Author: John Fisher06th June 2009
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy fat like substance which is present in all the parts of the body. It is essential for the working of body. The origin of cholesterol is from dietary intake and liver production. Even though it is a major eleme... Read >
Author: ashleybr01st June 2009
Every year millions of people are subject to seasonal allergies. This is an episode according to studies; around 30 million people are subject to each year. These seasonal allergies are caused by a variety of reasons. It can be as simple as going outside ... Read >
Author: Bryan01st June 2009
High blood pressure can be managed by dietary intake and lifestyle. If we can control high blood pressure, chances are that we will lessen the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney problems, and other complications related to the excretory and the cardiova... Read >
Author: Alvin Hopkinson20th May 2009
Recent studies have shown that more people are getting overweight every year. This happens not only to adults but even to kids who have just started in school.
A lot of factors cause this to happen such as genetics, overeating, the type of food taken ... Read >
Author: LA18th May 2009
A detox (detoxification) diet can entail a drastic change in your dietary intake, sometimes involving fasting and only ingesting liquids such as water and juice for a day. That is why it is vital that if you want to embark on a detox program that you do n... Read >
Author: Nichedoc17th May 2009
Pycnogenal use to be the watchword of the day. Now it's Reservatrol or Reveratrol, acia or acai and or green tea extract.
How to live longer is on most people's minds, especially those of us who consider ourselves late bloomers. Youth goes hand in hand... Read >
Author: pwruser32115th May 2009
As many as half of patients in critical care have Vitamin D deficiency, according to a recently-released Australian study.
The study, done by Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Sydney, monitored intensive care patients. Low levels of the vitamin w... Read >
Author: RA Butters06th May 2009
Pycnogenal use to be the watchword of the day. Now it's Reservatrol or Resveratrol, acia or acai and or green tea extract.
How to live longer is on most people's minds, especially those of us who consider ourselves late bloomers. Youth goes hand in han... Read >
Author: ptej123406th May 2009
Pycnogenal use to be the watchword of the day. Now it's Reservatrol or Resveratrol, acia or acai and or green tea extract.
How to live longer is on most people's minds, especially those of us who consider ourselves late bloomers. Youth goes hand in han... Read >
Author: ptej123405th May 2009
Acid reflux cough leads into consistent coughing eventually developing into breathing illnesses. But there are some acid reflux medications which can be used to reduce its effect.
The common acid reflux medications are the antacids, or other drugs ... Read >
Author: Matt Claybourne05th May 2009
Acid reflux cough leads into consistent coughing eventually developing into breathing illnesses. But there are some acid reflux medications which can be used to reduce its effect.
The common acid reflux medications are the antacids, or other drugs ... Read >
Author: Matt Claybourne01st May 2009
Before we talk about Ginseng and how it is part of nutraceutical industry, let’s quickly discuss what us nutraceutical. Nutraceutical is portmanteau of nutrition and pharmaceutical. They are bioactive chemicals derived from foods. They have higher conce... Read >
Author: Rigler Jason22nd April 2009
The desire for slimming pills is increasing daily. The problems associated with excess weight lead many to find methods of reducing their weight in an effective and safe manner. Proactol, a slimming tablet, has received plaudits throughout the weight loss... Read >
Author: admindgs10th April 2009
It’s interesting to note that kidney stones compositions vary, each leading to a specific distinction on how each main composition amass to form into a kidney stone. Basically, all kidney stones start with a nucleus of crystal substances. This nucleus i... Read >
Author: Alvin Hopkinson31st March 2009
These days it's hard to keep up with all the information about vitamins. The Mayo Clinic recently conducted a study, which is considered the latest information and, surprisingly, the one vitamin that is needed to prevent osteoporosis is the key supplemen... Read >
Author: John Russell26th March 2009
The word Arthritis comes from Greek arthro-, joint + -itis, inflammation and refers to a condition involving damage to the joints of the body. There are different forms of arthritis and each one has a different set of causes. But all have one common f... Read >
Author: nunuram13th March 2009
Genesis Juice, is a preparation intended to supply nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fatty acids or amino acids, that are missing or are not consumed in sufficient quantity in a person's diet. Some countries define dietary supplements as foods, while... Read >
Author: Adam Trevorz12th March 2009
There are so many different choices available for us today when it comes to feeding our dogs. More and more people are looking for a safer, healthier and better nutrition for their extended "family member."
As we become more and more educated about th... Read >
Author: Jane Dinunzio04th March 2009
Health Promotion Nutrition, is a preparation intended to supply nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fatty acids or amino acids, that are missing or are not consumed in sufficient quantity in a person's diet. Some countries define dietary supplements as... Read >
Author: Adam Trevorz03rd March 2009
The importance of colon cleansing has bounded to the forefront of the public awareness. Numerous healthful benefits are possible just by complying with an uncomplicated method to clean your colon. The colon was designed to move waste matter through your s... Read >
Author: David Parton03rd March 2009
Losing weight can be a hard road to walk. You need to have a reliable weight loss plan in place in order to be able to successfully lose the weight. While there are many different weight loss plans that are available to the public, not all are created equ... Read >
Author: Paul Moore03rd March 2009
In our day to day life we visit a number of people, and it is often seen that our eyes stuck on the hair of some passe-by and we desire that type of hair. This is a most common phenomenon.Another similar fact is that we all feel a longing to have the hair... Read >
Author: Mary Colonial26th February 2009
Lalita Kaul says you don't have to give up on the pleasures of gastronomy
Let's face it. Eating is one of the great pleasures of life. However, too much of the wrong foods can lead to obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Th... Read >
Author: Deigner28th January 2009
We all want a flat stomach. Self-esteem and the way we feel about ourselves is paramount. For some reason a flat stomach is a popular cultural image today and ironically so, because the modern way of living with all fast foods, candies and donuts availab... Read >
Author: Kim Wist21st January 2009
When it comes to losing weight the science is really very simple – you just need to spend more energy than you get with your meals. Your body gets the missing energy it needs by burning your fat deposits in the waist and other parts of the body. This me... Read >
Author: Nelson8809th January 2009
Wellness is generally used to mean a feeling one gets when one has a healthy balance of the mind, body and spirit that results in an overall feeling of well being. Wellness can also be described as the constant, conscious pursuit of living life to its fu... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer15th December 2008
Obesity means the accumulation of excess fat on the body. According to most references, a person is classified as obese if they have a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or higher. The BMI is a measure of your weight relative to your height. Obesity and overweig... Read >
Author: Alma Orozco12th December 2008
Buying skin care cream without a real list of ingredients is kind of scary. How do you know what’s really in that expensive skin care moisturizer cream? How do you know that it won’t cause redness, irritation or a rash?
Without spending hours... Read >
Author: Rachel Hammond05th December 2008
Approximately 4% of women who are pregnant in the United States will be affected by gestational diabetes. It is a misunderstood disease in that medical research has been unable to pinpoint why women suffer from it during pregnancy only to see it disappear... Read >
Author: Andrew Bicknell03rd December 2008
Are you wondering how to naturally produce collagen? Let me tell you, collagen production is a complex process that begins within specialized skin cells that secrete "pro-collagens". Amino acids are vitally necessary for that first step, which is why supp... Read >
Author: Laurel Levine01st December 2008
Miracles in BottlesMiracles are not usually found in the bottom of any type of bottle. In fact, almost every type of facial and skin care product on the market will work better when the consumer practices a few lifestyle habits that either work with the p... Read >
Author: suegold01st December 2008
Healthcare is the general expression used for the entire area of prevention, treatment and cure of illness and disease using the services of medical experts and resources. Healthcare is a very important part of our daily lives and it is imperative that we... Read >
Author: Paul Rodgers26th November 2008
Cardiovascular disease is the greatest cause of mortality in developed countries and diet plays an important role in contributing to the development and progression of ischemic heart disease (IHD). The influences of general nutrition and micronutrients s... Read >
Author: sulamita26th November 2008
Special diet for kidney stones you may need to adhere if you have them. First, your doctor will proceeded investigations to detect what type of stones you have. So, he/she know how to find out the diet might be appropriate for you.
Approximately 80% of... Read >
Author: Mc Raflesia18th November 2008
Chromium is a steely-gray, lustrous, hard metal that takes a high polish and has a high melting point. It is also odourless, tasteless, and malleable.
Chromium is mined as chromite (FeCr2O4) ore. About two-fifths of the chromite ores and concentrates i... Read >
Author: Kevin McNabb04th November 2008
Carbohydrates are called carbohydrates because the carbon, hydrogen and oxygen they contain are usually in the proportion to form water with the general formula Cn(H2O)n. Plants use sunlight (photosynthesis) to convert water and carbon dioxide into carboh... Read >
Author: Kevin McNabb04th November 2008
Many health articles indicate that the first time a person realizes that they have osteoporosis is when a fracture occurs, often without a slip or fall. As these symptoms do not usually occur at the early stage of the condition, it is sometimes difficult... Read >
Author: John Russell17th October 2008
Nutritional supplement, is a preparation intended to supply nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fatty acids or amino acids, that are missing or are not consumed in sufficient quantity in a person's diet. Some countries define dietary supplements as foo... Read >
Author: Adam Trevorz14th October 2008
Under the broad heading of nutritional supplements, you will find vitamins, amino acids, minerals, herbal supplements, some steroids and even hormones like melatonin. The Food and Drug Administration does not regulate dietary supplements and require the m... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON13th October 2008
Nutritional supplement, is a preparation intended to supply nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fatty acids or amino acids, that are missing or are not consumed in sufficient quantity in a person's diet. Some countries define dietary supplements as foo... Read >
Author: Adam Trevorz10th October 2008
Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, some steroids, the pineal hormone melatonin, and herbal supplements all fall under the heading of nutritional supplement. The Food and Drug Administration classifies dietary supplements as foods, and not as drugs, so they ... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON03rd October 2008
Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, some steroids, the pineal hormone melatonin, and herbal supplements all fall under the heading of nutritional products. The Food and Drug Administration classifies dietary supplements as foods, and not as drugs, so they ar... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON15th September 2008
Being overweight is one of the most common issues faced by both children and adults. Obesity is the result of casual eating habits where one focuses on junk food rather than healthy and nutritious diet that are a rich source of minerals and vitamins.
I... Read >
Author: Apisri11th September 2008
Proactol, the only natural product for losing weight that has superior medical evidence backing among all natural products for weight loss available, is now on the market. It has been proven to aid in weight loss, but taking it should not be used as an ex... Read >
Author: kottke04th September 2008
Recent studies have shown that more people are getting overweight every year. This happens not only to adults but even to kids who have just started in school.
A lot of factors cause this to happen such as genetics, overeating, the type of food taken ... Read >
Author: Jackie Serta19th August 2008
It pays to develop and attain the six pack abs you have been dreaming of. Not too many people are aware that the efforts and time needed to get a good and attractive middle section of the body require not much. If you will only be strategic and appropriat... Read >
Author: Melvin Ng17th August 2008
Chocolate is a psychoactive food. A chocolate comprises a number of raw and processed food and that are produced from the seeds of tropical cocoa tree. The cocoa tree was named by the 17th century Swedish naturalist, Linnaeus. The Greek term theobroma mea... Read >
Author: Dr John Anne13th August 2008
Meal plans are meant to help you rather than to be an obstacle.They should be individualized to meet your particular needs, wants, and lifestyle and organized within the bounds of your particular health problem(s). The plan must meet the caloric level of ... Read >
Author: Alien05th July 2008
In California, if it seems that the number of those suffering from macular degeneration seems higher, it’s only because so Californians are getting older. Although it occasionally strikes the young, macular degeneration is primarily a condition that com... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac10th June 2008
These trends play roles in the increasing rate of obesity, along with lack of physical activity. These are: to improve nutrition to increase physical activity, and to reduce obesity. Summary This statistical report presents a range of information on obesi... Read >
Author: Sri10th June 2008
These trends play roles in the increasing rate of obesity, along with lack of physical activity. These are: to improve nutrition to increase physical activity, and to reduce obesity. Summary This statistical report presents a range of information on obesi... Read >
Author: Sri27th May 2008
Bananas may be one of the best fruits to eat when attempting to lose weight. They are full of nutrients for increased energy and vitality. Bananas are also low in calories and fat, plus they have a high water content and potassium levels.
Bananas conta... Read >
Author: Corwin Brown25th April 2008
Supplements are ergogenic aids utilized to enhance physical performance outside of normal dietary intake.
Bodybuilding supplements have evolved into a huge, diverse, confusing industry. There is so much out there with such a broad spectrum of choice th... Read >
Author: Global Weight Training18th April 2008
This Vegetarian Food Guide is designed to reflect healthy patterns of dietary intake that are not only adequate but promote optimal health. This proposed document is meant to provide a range of portions and a general sense of frequency of servings. Its pu... Read >
Author: M B John17th April 2008
We all need vitamins and minerals to keep us healthy and strong. These are essential to our overall well being and the state of our mind and body.
How Can This Vitamin Help Me?
Vitamin D, a fat soluble vitamin,assists in absorbing calcium from the f... Read >
Author: Jackson13th April 2008
It wasn't that long ago that nature's way was the only way to stay fit and healthy. People worked hard to survive, and they lived off the land and the elements. Nutritional supplements didn't exist - and health suffered.
Today, people have a choice.
... Read >
Author: Vitacost.com, Inc.13th April 2008
It seems that blueberries are everywhere. No matter where you look, the good news about blueberries just seems to keep coming out! At times, all of the information about blueberries can seem to be overwhelming. However, if you remember only one thing abou... Read >
Author: Russ the Fitness Writer07th April 2008
Through our diet, a lot of us can obtain our nutritional needs, but there are times throughout our lives that we may have to take multivitamins. Pregnancy is a good example; during pregnancy, a woman's body goes through a number of tremendous changes; to... Read >
Author: Paul Zayer28th March 2008
Iron is a key component in the cells of our bodies, including the blood protein hemoglobin. It oxygenates our muscles and helps us use oxygen more efficiently. It is a component of the enzymes that help us digest food and carry out many important chemical... Read >
Author: Cesar Aguado28th March 2008
Iron is a key component in the cells of our bodies, including the blood protein hemoglobin. It oxygenates our muscles and helps us use oxygen more efficiently. It is a component of the enzymes that help us digest food and carry out many important chemical... Read >
Author: Cesar Aguado28th March 2008
Vitamin C is an essential building block for our cells and our selves, so why don't our organs produce it? It is theorized that mutations in the evolution process caused humans to lose their ability to create ascorbic acid. While there is no clear explana... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer14th March 2008
Recent research has found that a daily supplement of vitamin E can help to reduce physical decline in elderly people. The study revealed that the physical ability of people aged over 65 was worst in those who had lower levels of vitamin E.
It has bee... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th March 2008
Cholesterol is one of the body's fats. Cholesterol levels in the blood rise slightly with age, and women generally have a higher HDL-cholesterol level than men. Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans. Cholesterol is naturally prese... Read >
Author: Peter sams26th February 2008
Recent research has found that a daily supplement of vitamin E can help to reduce physical decline in elderly people. The study revealed that the physical ability of people aged over 65 was worst in those who had lower levels of vitamin E.
It has bee... Read >
Author: Jahir Ahmed26th February 2008
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that works to protect cells in the body from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are highly reactive substances that result from normal metabolism as well as from exposure to factors in the environment like ... Read >
Author: Peter sams22nd February 2008
Other strategies for lowering serum triglycerides include weight loss; reductions in dietary sugar, fat, and alcohol; and the substitution of fish for meat a couple of times during the week. Increasing fish consumption, as long as it is not fried, lowers ... Read >
Author: David Jones21st February 2008
Is fat essential in a healthy diet? Some nutritionists and scientists believe that a small amount of fatty acids or components of certain fats are essential to human nutrition. This has never been demonstrated for humans, although apparently it is true in... Read >
Author: Liza Othman14th February 2008
Probably the most significant time for having a healthy diet is in the first seven years of our lives, when we are most actively developing our body, and our whole system. This is unfortunately not the easiest time to get healthy food into children. The n... Read >
Author: David Jones11th February 2008
Cholesterol is a lipid found in cell membranes of all tissues, and it is transported in the blood plasma of all animals. Cholesterol is found in the bloodstream of man. The cholesterol in a person 's blood comes from two main sources, dietary intake and t... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen05th February 2008
If you've been thinking about lap band surgery or gastric banding or adjustable gastric banding then the following facts may help you decide whether or not it would be the best weight loss solution for you. Generally candidates for this surgery have faile... Read >
Author: Helen Hecker11th October 2007
Gout is also known is metabolic arthritis. Gout is condition that results from crystals of uric acid depositing in tissues of the body. Gout is a complex disorder that can affect anyone. Men are more likely to get gout than women are, but women become inc... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen25th September 2007
The heart is the most important muscle in our body, it's our life pump. It is one of the few organs that are expected to work continuously, without rest, for a lifetime.The heart beats about 70 times a minute, 100,000 times a day and about 36 million time... Read >
Author: Alexander Holt10th September 2007
Vitamin A is one of nature’s most valuable anti-oxidants, and is also vital for preventing and fighting infection. Well known animal sources are foods such as egg yolks, milk and liver, along with the traditionally reviled fish liver oils.Plant sources... Read >
Author: Steve Smith06th August 2007
Energetic people who cycle, run, hike, play tennis, golf, build muscle up, or do any physical activity and want to perform at peak levels of fitness, have a choice to make. It's a choice many never consider, but one of the most important for overall healt... Read >
Author: Cliff Smith01st August 2007
Vitamin A is one of nature's most valuable anti-oxidants, and is also vital for preventing and fighting infection. Well known animal sources are foods such as egg yolks, milk and liver, along with the traditionally reviled fish liver oils.
Plant sourc... Read >
Author: Steve Smith01st August 2007
LIPOPROTEINS
Once lipids are disassembled in the intestinal lumen and mucosal cell (enterocyte) they are reassembled in the mucosal cell as chylomicrons (CM's) and very low density lipoproteins (VLDL's). These vehicles contain primarily nonpolar choleste... Read >
Author: Dr. Randy Wysong01st August 2007
For the most part, organisms can satisfy their own fatty acid needs. In mammals, however, those enzymes which insert double bonds into the chains of fatty acids cannot insert them into the omega-3 and omega-6 positions. Linoleic and linolenic acid contain... Read >
Author: Dr. Randy Wysong23rd July 2007
Vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin, is a fat-soluble nutrient that is found not only in natural foods, but is also manufactured by the body when the skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. And, it may come as a surprise to many to know that th... Read >
Author: Harry Monell07th June 2007
Although calcium compounds have been used since ancient times, and metallic compound was isolated by Sir Humphrey Davy way back in 1808, it was only very recently that calcium was used as a dietary supplement to compensate for dietary losses. The Hippocra... Read >
Author: Shopperstop31st May 2007
verything we eat and drink, or for that matter, some things that we do not eat or drink, have an effect on our skin. Dry skin, acne, psoriasis, and skin eruptions are just a few of the problems that can be helped with vitamins. Vitamins A, C, D, and E are... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen24th May 2007
Although there are many vitamin and mineral supplements to choose from, finding the right multivitamin can take a little bit of time and effort. To find the right one for you, you need to ask questions, read label, compare products, and choose wisely. A ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer23rd May 2007
How much weight is appropriate to gain during a pregnancy?
If you are a somewhat healthy woman during your pregnancy, you can expect to gain 2 to 5 pounds in your first trimester and about 1 pound for every week following.
Women gain an average of ... Read >
Author: mazdamx17th May 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 Ainsley Laing
If you are really serious about healthy nutrition, it's time to reconsider not just what you are eating, but also how you are cooking the food. More and more studies are showing that grilling, frying and broiling (espe... Read >
Author: Ainsley Laing13th May 2007
Food is essential to the sustenance of life, without it we would simply die. Even if one's dietary intake does not contain near optimum amounts of water, protein, carbohydrates, minerals or fats, the body can tick along for several years seemingly not pha... Read >
Author: Bilal Rose09th May 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 Sung Lee, and George Meinig D.D.S
My dentist told me I have pyorrhea. Will taking Vitamin C stop it?
Like the majority of diseases, Pyorrhea has several causes that work together to create degenerative tissue breakdown. Lack of Vi... Read >
08th May 2007
Vitamins are vital for the proper functioning of the body. Fruits and vegetables you eat are the major sources of vitamins. So in order to get the right amount of vitamins, trace elements and essential fatty acids, a balanced diet of nutritious foods such... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt30th April 2007
Only within the latter half of the twentieth century has the importance of the mineral zinc in human physiology been established. It wasn't until 1961 that zinc deficiency was first described. A type of dwarfism was identified in the Middle East at that ... Read >
Author: vincent platania27th March 2007
Is The Silicon in Coral Calcium Dangerous?
Small amounts of silicon naturally occur in coral calcium, and you might be surprised to hear that this is a good thing. Silicon is the most abundant mineral in the earth’s crust and is actually considered ... Read >
Author: supplementguy14th March 2007
Supplements, also known as Dietary Supplements should not to be confused with other food or drug products.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) together with similar national authorities throughout the world have introduced legal definitions and r... Read >
01st February 2007
The new adage of the century has been “A glass of watermelon juice a day keeps the doctor away”. Highly contested of being a vegetable rather than a fruit, watermelon is highly nutritious and packed full of a phytochemical, lycopene. Strong supportive... Read >
Author: Christine Macguire08th January 2007
Do you think that to lose fat you can't eat any? Or how about those sayings "eat fat and get fat". While they sound logical because fats have a high number of calories they're not entirely true. Here's a few fat facts about fat consumption and weight... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer15th November 2006
L-Arginine
As A Protein Amino Acid
L-Arginine is a protein amino acid. L-Arginine not only
supports the body's efforts to regulate blood pressure, it enhances sexual
function and boosts immune, heart and brain functions. It is classified as a
s... Read >
Author: John smith05th October 2006
From past scientific reports the Mediterranean dietary intake has been proven to offer protection against many diseases.
In US studies researchers have found out in what way the Mediterranean food diet that contained a high portion of olive oil can p... Read >
Author: John Stone26th June 2006
Gout is a type of arthritis that causes recurrent joint pain, inflammation and swelling. Although the symptoms of gout are usually perceived in the lower regions of the body (big toe, heels, ankles, knees), they can occur in regions of the upper body as w... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola01st April 2006
A Specialized ADHD Nutrition Plan Could Help Patients Focus
Currently one of the most widely accepted theories about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is that it is caused by nutritional problems. This theory really only applies to childhood ADH... Read >
Author: Dennis Driscoll19th February 2006
L-Arginine as a Protein Amino Acid.
L-Arginine is a protein amino acid. L-Arginine not only supports the body's efforts to regulate blood pressure, it enhances sexual function and boosts immune, heart and brain functions.It is class... Read >
Author: star herb19th February 2006
L-Arginine as a Protein Amino Acid.
L-Arginine is a protein amino acid. L-Arginine not only supports the body's efforts to regulate blood pressure, it enhances sexual function and boosts immune, heart and brain functions.It is classified as a semi-ess... Read >
Author: star herb
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