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The Truth About Fasting
Jul 06, 2010
What is Fasting? Fasting has been practiced for eons as a spiritual or religious practice that cleanses and detoxifies the mind and body. It involves avoiding all food and most beverages for a set period of time, which may be anywhere from three to thirty...Nutrition, Diet & Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Jul 02, 2010
Paying attention to our nutrition and consuming a balanced diet are fundamental aspects of managing our overall health. They assist in our physical and psychological development, and can also provide protection against the onset of disease and conditions...The Best Foods for a Long Life
Jun 16, 2010
The secret to staying young may lie simply in the foods we eat. Read on to find out more about which foods can slow the aging process down, ensuring you a long and healthy life. Fibre Modern lifestyles have caused a surge in consumption fast, pre-prepared...Becoming a Vegetarian
Jun 11, 2010
What is a Vegetarian? A vegetarian is the term commonly used to refer to someone that doesn't consume meat and other animal products. Types of vegetarians Flexitarian/Semi-vegetarian – someone who mostly follows a vegetarian diet but occasionally...The Truth About Fibre Rich Diets
Jun 11, 2010
It takes saturated fats days or even weeks to digest (and cause harm), whereas fibre takes only hours. Fibre also fills us up - leading to less food cravings and subsequent overeating - which leads to weight loss! The recommended daily fibre intake...Hair Loss, Diet & Nutrition: What to Eat to Stop Losing Hair?
Apr 20, 2010
Baldness knows no age. This explains why some people lose 80% of their hair before they even reach half of their life. Genetic factors usually play a key role in hair loss, but if your genes are clearly not the reason for your hair issues, then your...Relieving Stress With Polarity Therapy
Apr 08, 2010
What is Polarity Therapy? Polarity therapy is one of the many complementary therapies that use energy-based bodywork alongside exercise, diet and lifestyle counselling in order to restore the person back to their true state of health. Like many Eastern...Common Mineral Deficiencies & Their Effects on Health
Oct 02, 2009
Minerals are substances that your body needs to function well. Your body needs two types of mineral nutrients: macrominerals like calcium and potassium, which your body needs in relatively large quantities, and microminerals like iron and selenium, which...Is Your Weight Loss Healthy?
Oct 02, 2009
Your body’s weight may be an indicator of health problems. Losing weight may not always be a good sign. Changes in weight such as weight loss or weight gain may be a symptom of a condition that may require proper examination and treatment. Ordinarily, you...Following a Low GI Diet
Jul 10, 2009
Having high blood sugar levels is bad for your health. Unregulated sugar levels bring about quick bursts of high energy followed by an equally fast drop in energy levels or spikes. Too much sugar in your blood will also wreak havoc in your pancreas...Looking After Your Bone Health: A Simple Guide
Jul 03, 2009
Most of us take our bones for granted until a bad fall causes fractures or breaks, or osteoporosis prevents us from becoming physically active. While a strong physical force may directly cause bone damage and old age may increase the risk of osteoporosis, poor...Pro-tip: Maximising Your Metabolism for Your Health
Jul 03, 2009
A buzzword among weight watchers is metabolism. Slender women who seem to eat anything without gaining excess weight credit such good fortune to a good metabolism. Overweight individuals aim to increase their metabolism in their efforts to shed unwanted...Childhood Obesity Facts & How to Help the Kids
Jun 15, 2009
Young children do look cuddly with 'baby fat', but there are good reasons for taking a closer look at your child's weight to prevent obesity. Childhood obesity is a pressing issue as it is associated with chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, fatty...Everything You Need to Know About Your Kidneys
Jun 09, 2009
At the back of your body just below your rib cage are two bean-shaped organs about the size of your fist. These are your kidneys. The right kidney can be found below the liver while the left kidney lies below the spleen. The kidneys play a very important...Natural Treatments for Menopause
May 19, 2009
Most women dread the "M" word - menopause. It is synonymous with ageing and signals the end of a woman's reproductive capacity. Menopause is a natural life process that every woman must go through. Its most common symptom is the total cessation of...Why Should You Eat Lupin?
May 11, 2009
Bright yellow, delicious and packed with protein. This makes lupin beans, otherwise known as lupini beans from the lupinus albus shrub, among the must-have superfoods to stay healthy, strong and disease-free! Read on to learn about the benefits of...Are You a Fast Oxidiser?
May 03, 2009
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have boundless energy, quick digestion and effortlessly maintain a healthy weight? The answer may lie in their metabolic type, specifically as fast oxidisers. In this article, we will explore the concept...Are You a Slow Oxidiser? Diet & Metabolism
May 01, 2009
Table of Contents What is Metabolism? The Role of Free Radicals. What are the Telltale Signs of a Slow Oxidiser? Are You a Slow Oxidiser? What Foods are Recommended for Slow Oxidizers? What are the Benefits of Eating According to Your Rate of Oxidation?The Body Mass Index
Apr 24, 2009
The Body Mass Index (hereby referred to as the BMI) is a common measurement when it comes to weight. What exactly is the BMI and how useful is it when it comes to weight? Read on to learn more. What is the BMI? The BMI is a number that is calculated...What is the Raw Food Diet?
Mar 30, 2009
Raw food diets have been around for a number of years now, with many people swearing by them. But what exactly is a raw food diet, and is it as healthy as raw foodists claim? What is a Raw Diet? The basic part of raw diets is that 75 percent of the...
