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Connection Between Cholesterol & Your Diet

Jan 14, 2013

Nobody denies the link between cholesterol & diet, but with so much emphasis being put on eliminating cholesterol from the diet, taking steps to lower cholesterol can seem like too great a sacrifice. The reason for this misconception is a lack of understanding...

Top Tips for a Better Belly

Sep 18, 2012

There's nothing wrong with wanting a flat stomach or '6-Pack Abs', but what's more important is what goes on beneath the surface, in your digestive system. That's where the nutrients in the food we eat are absorbed and the waste matter eliminated.

Study: The Links Between Dieting & Pregnancy

Sep 13, 2012

Pregnancy - is this the free pass to food every woman has dreamed of?  Is "eating for two" outdated or does this aphorism bear some truth? Let’s find out. Research has shown that a nutritious diet filled with wholefoods and healthy scrumptious recipes...

Fighting Fatigue With Your Diet

Aug 30, 2012

Drained. Tired. Worn out. These are just some of the words used to describe a feeling of just being plain old "pooped". No matter which way we look at it and no matter which words we use to illustrate, the simple fact of the matter is that life is...

Study: Vegetarian Diet is Healthy

Aug 23, 2012

In an article published in the Medical Journal of Australia, Dr Rosemary Stanton conveys that ‘a vegetarian diet is a good recipe for our own health and for the planet’. This stands true in many respects. Firstly, eating less meat reduces the human...

Getting Enough Calcium in a Dairy Free Diet

Aug 16, 2012

Vegetarian diet, vegan diet, gluten free diet, dairy free diet - These are just some of the various diets people within our society are adhering too. It is important that when undertaking a diet that may be limited in a particular food group, sufficient...

Diabetes and Diet: The Connection

Apr 05, 2012

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which there is elevated blood glucose levels and altered energy metabolism.  This is due to insulin not being produced in the body effectively or may be defective in its responses.  The two type of diabetes are: Diabetes...

Mediterranean Diet Good for the Brain

Feb 28, 2012

In the 1990s, a new "fad diet" swept the world. Called the Mediterranean Diet, it purported to be the answer to a host of diet and lifestyle related diseases, including heart disease. The difference between the Mediterranean diet and many other fad diets...

Eczema And Diet: The Connection

Jan 17, 2012

Eczema is a condition characterised by redness, itching and a rash on the skin.  It can be painful and embarrassing for both children and adults.  The actual cause of eczema has not been fully identified although it is a hypersensitivity reaction...

Copper Toxicity & A Copper-Free Diet

Jan 12, 2012

Our bodies need a number of nutrients, including minerals to function effectively.  One of these important minerals is copper. What is Copper? Copper is a trace mineral that plays a role in the formation of red blood cells (which transport oxygen...

What is the Paleo Diet?

Nov 25, 2011

What is the latest diet craze? From Hollywood to home, from magazine rack to bookshelf, there seems to be a never ending tale of the ‘World's Greatest Diet'. Which one, if any, provides us with optimal health whilst at the same time, supporting our...

Post-Diet Weight Gain Due to Hormones

Nov 24, 2011

One of the most frustrating dieting experiences is post-diet weight gain. This phenomenon has baffled dieters for decades. Once believed to be caused by post-diet binging, even the most scrupulous dieters often experience it. A new study may have the...

Interview: Dr James L. D'Adamo on His Blood Type Diet

Nov 23, 2011

No one would argue that your diet and lifestyle are major influences on your health and wellbeing, but who would have thought that your specific blood type may also play a role?  That is the theory put forward by naturopathic physician Dr James L.

Fad Diets: What Are They and Do They Work?

Nov 23, 2011

Every now again the time comes along when we'd like to lose a few extra kilos, and have it happen quickly.  Unfortunately sustainable weight loss does not occur quickly, and this often leads to trying a fad diet. What is a Fad Diet? A fad diet is...

Lose Weight and Still Dine Out

Nov 16, 2011

We all eat out from time to time and we should. It is fun, social and we get to try new things. But don’t fall in the trap where you use it as an excuse to eat poorly. You can still enjoy food and make good choices. If you know you’re going to eat...

A Healthy Diet for Teenagers

Nov 11, 2011

The adolescent years are considered to be those in the age range between 12 to 18 years.  It is during these years that many transformations take place.  These changes occur not only with their physical being, but also intellectually, spiritually...

How to Improve Your Digestion By Food Combining

Nov 08, 2011

If your digestion is sluggish and in need of a makeover, you may like to consider some very simple food combining principles that offer instant results. What is Food Combining? Food combining is a nutritional approach that bases its principles on specific...

Healthy Eating Away From Home: A Guide

Nov 02, 2011

If you are trying to lose weight or eat better, eating away from home may be your worst nightmare. All of the hard work that you do at home to eat well can be undone in a single meal if you are not careful. So, what tips and tricks can help you to...

Can Green Tea Inhibit Weight Gain?

Oct 28, 2011

Green tea may be a significant key to weight loss, according to new research conducted by Pennsylvania State University researchers. The study, published in the online journal, Obesity, reports that tea "(Camellia sinensis, Theaceae) has been shown...

The Japanese Diet

Oct 27, 2011

It is well known that the Japanese Diet is one of the healthiest diets in the world. It is thanks to this way of lifestyle and eating that the Japanese can enjoy a longer and healthier life. WHO (World Health Organisation) suggests that the Japanese...

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