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Higher Risk for Asthma in Kids Who Eat Hamburgers

We all already know that fast food is not good for our bodies. But do you know that fast-food consumption was associated with asthma? A new study found that kids who eat three or more burgers a week have a higher risk for developing asthma and wheezing th... Read >
Author: chicnhealth

What Are Trans Fats?

Trans fats, or Trans Fatty Acids, are a vegetable-based fat that is made when vegetable oils are hardened for use in shortening or margarine. Trans fats are found in baked and fried foods, such as cookies, fried fish or chicken and donuts, which are prepa... Read >
Author: Neville Levy

The Shocking Truth about Margarine

Margarine lowers the IQ of children. I know it sounds completely arrogant but it is true. According to researchers at the University of Auckland, children who ate margarine every day had significantly lower IQ scores by the age of three-and-a-half than th... Read >
Author: Helen Davies

Natural and Healthy Ways to Get Rid of Cellulites

You can actually listen to a good deal of women cranky concerning their cellulites. This is a very common scenario. Most women are very much concerned with their appearance and total well-being Some people take it lightly, however many are profoundly stri... Read >
Author: Rica Reyes

Dietary Guidelines for Good Health

With so many changes in the field of nutrition science, the federal government revised its Dietary Guidelines for Americans in January of 1998. A summary of these changes follows: Alcohol, in moderation, has health benefits. For women, moderation refer... Read >
Author: zacklim82

Weight-Loss is Easier and Faster With Colon Cleanse

When it comes to eating right and achieving your weight-loss goals, it is important to prepare the body for the weight-loss adventure ahead. Some people believe this means taking supplements or multi-vitamins or talking with a fitness instructor about pot... Read >
Author: T S Gill

About Coconut Oil: Use and Coconut Oil Benefits

Organic coconut oil is truly a miraculous gift from nature, especially in its purest extra virgin form. I am not aware of a more versatile oil. Produced from fresh coconut meat (non-copra), without the use of chemicals or high heat, it retains high levels... Read >
Author: Marcia Slawson

What is the Recommended Dosage for Fish Oil That’s Safe?

You should always take the manufacturer's recommended dosage for fish oil or follow your doctor's advice. There is no minimum daily allowance or RDA, although there is an AI for the nutrients found in the oils. An AI is an acceptable intake. The nutr... Read >
Author: Laurel Cohen

Puchasing Wild American Shrimp

When selecting items for a seafood feast, wild caught American shrimp are popular among gourmet cooks. Shrimp are not only recognized for outstanding flavor but they can be an important part of a healthy diet. Wild American shrimp are delicious steamed... Read >
Author: Reinaldo Finch

Can You Eat Healthy at a Fast Food Restaurant?

You have changed your eating habits to align with your decision to live a healthy lifestyle but you find yourself with only fast food restaurants for lunch. Due to hypertension your doctor has put you on a low sodium diet but your kids keep nagging you to... Read >
Author: Doug Millington

How to Naturally and Successfully Lower Your Cholesterol Levels

Less than 100 mg/dL would be optimal 100 to 129 mg/dL is near optimal/ above optimal 130 to 159 mg/dL is borderline high 160 to 189 mg/dL is considered high 190 mg/dL and above is very high Regular check up or screening of your cholesterol level is... Read >
Author: Pasquale Bright

Ways To Solve The Dinner Dilemma

A study at Harvard Medical School showed that children who ate dinner more often with their families had diets of better nutritional quality than those who seldom had family meals. Children who often ate with their families were more likely to eat enough ... Read >
Author: Deandre Castro

Eating For Energy Choose this heart-healthy diet option

Eating For Energy Choose this heart-healthy diet optionEating For Energy The Eating For Energy diet is a heart-healthy eating plan combining components of Eating For Energy -style cooking. Olive oil confers excellent flavor and mouthfeel to all foods on... Read >
Author: kelly eddy

Discover Foods High in Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Did you know eating more foods high in omega 3 fatty acids may reduce your risk of heart disease and certain kinds of cancer? But, researchers suggest that we also attempt to reduce our intake of the other polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are known as ... Read >
Author: Laurel Cohen

Creating a sensible fast weight loss plan

Most people who want to lose weight as quickly as possible opt for a fast weight loss diet. This type of diet usually involves abrupt changes in their diet, which include reducing the quantity of food you eat substantially. However, you can employ such ... Read >
Author: Mark J Walters

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