Do we need to reconsider the US food guidelines?
I think we all know that many people are dealing with more and more health issues. This is not new information, however what we really do not know is what is causing it, and of course it could be a variety of reasons. However, I would like to share with one of the more obvious ones — even though we often can not clearly see it.
You can heal type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes, and it is a metabolic disorder — which means that it is a lifestyle disease.
How to get good sleep
Many people are struggling with sleep disorders, which might mean they fall asleep quickly but then wake up multiple times in the night, or it may mean not falling asleep easily at all. I am really very lucky to not have any sleep issues in my life. I do believe that we still can create our own luck though, by living and thinking in a healthy manner.
Happy, healthy New Year
Holidays and celebrations mostly mean that we eat lots of food and spend lots of money, and of course making New Year’s plans that we want to follow.
One single mineral that can help you regulate your thyroid (part 1)
Zinc is a very important mineral for strengthening the immune system and assisting in many hormone activities, such as thyroid hormones, growth hormones, and glucose metabolism.
How to live to be 100
Is is possible for all of us to live to be 100 years old? Do centenarians have a secret, and if so what is it? It’s not just about living to be 100 though — if you want to live 100 years, or even beyond, then you want to be living as independently as possible with a fully functional and healthy body and mind.
Tips for Thanksgiving
One more year is almost gone, and we’re about to enter holiday season again — which means that we need to be a little more careful not to gain more than a few pounds! Especially now at Thanksgiving, with lots of delicious food and of course the leftovers too…
Real vs fake vegetarians
Maybe you’ve heard about, or even watched, the recent much-hyped documentary “The Game Changer” on Netflix?
Salt is an essential nutrient, not our enemy
We’ve believed for so many years that salt is bad for us, that it increases blood pressure, increases our risk of cardiovascular disease, makes us bloated, and even makes us gain weight. However, sodium is an essential nutrient that the body needs but is not able to produce by itself.
Is cholesterol good or bad for you? (Part 3)
In the previous articles in this series we looked deeply at cholesterol, how it is essential for the functioning of all human organs, and what you need to know about it. It has long been thought that cholesterol is the cause of the fatty build-up in arteries that causes heart disease.
Is cholesterol good or bad for you? (Part 2)
Cholesterol is an important component in our body’s cells, it plays a very important role in many biochemical processes and is essential for all human organs.
Is cholesterol good or bad for you? (Part 1)
When we hear about high cholesterol, most of us think about it causing heart attacks or strokes. And it scares us.
How much sugar does a toddler need?
This week I have SAD news from one of the food companies, Kellogg’s. Of course, my sadness is really because of a more unhealthy and unconsciously living future that we’re heading towards…
Baking soda is strong medicine
Sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is secreted in the pancreas to help aid in digestion. It helps neutralize the stomach acid that is generated during the digestive process and helps in the breakdown of certain enzymes. Sodium bicarbonate levels in the body must be neither too low nor too high in order for digestion to function normally and for the digestive tract to remain healthy.
What is the best way to burn fat?
I think I asked the million dollar question! Are you trying to lose weight? It seems like everyone is, almost 90% of the population want to lose some weight, maybe only 5 or 10 pounds, or maybe 50 or even 100 pounds.
The amazing benefits of mango
Mango is also known as “the king of the fruits”. It is high in nutrients, with a unique flavor and taste. It’s one of my favorite fruits, besides watermelon and plums! Right now it’s high season in most mango-growing countries, with the mangos that began flowering in the spring now bearing delicious fruit.
What are the best non-dairy milk alternatives?
Lactose intolerance is a syndrome that occurs after the ingestion of lactose, with symptoms that include diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, and bloating. These symptoms result from the secretion of catabolic fragments of bacterial fermentation of undigested lactose in the colon.
Energy drinks can give a boost, exercise, diet are others
Do you consume energy drinks, or do you need caffeine in the afternoon to pick you up? Unfortunately you just need to look at the counter in your supermarket, gas station, or even school vending machines to see that energy drinks and supplements are everywhere.
Do carbohydrates make you fat?
Carbohydrates are sugars or starches. They are organic molecules that are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, they are the most abundant food source and a key form of energy for most organisms. Our body, however, does not require carbohydrate to survive.
Gluten-free diet but still have sensitivity?
Are you eating a gluten-free diet and doing everything correctly to manage your gluten sensitivity, yet still having symptoms? Maybe this is the answer for you.