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It’s hard to find specific guidelines on clean eating so how do I know if I’m doing it correctly? What do you believe would be the result of polling a dozen individuals on the correct makeup of a healthy diet? You might think that it would...
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Keto Diet: Pros and Cons
Is the keto diet really a healthy weight loss program in the long run? Who wouldn’t like a weight loss program that promotes having bacon as a snack? Although true devotees of the current keto diet movement would undoubtedly argue that being allowed to eat bacon and other high-fat foods is not the prime...
Continue reading…Caffeine and Metabolism
Does caffeine speed up the metabolism and help with weight loss?
There are few topics that get more attention, with wildly varying opinions, than the benefits of weight loss and the detrimental effects of caffeine. Obviously, there is no argument about the importance of reaching and maintaining a healthy body weight, but is it... Continue reading…Understanding Food Allergies
If a food usually gives you indigestion, does that mean you have a food allergy?
Food allergies seem to be getting more common all the time. Experts agree that this is true but are currently not clear on exactly why it is happening. According to the Centers for... Continue reading…The Connection Between Sleep and Weight Loss
Does lack of sleep have anything to do with weight loss? There are a lot of reasons that we should get a good night’s sleep. Starting with childhood, parents have always attempted the herculean task of getting their children to bed at a reasonable hour despite...
Continue reading…Is Losing Weight Really an Option?
We usually focus on weight loss because of how we look but should I be more concerned with health issues? We may not all want the near-emaciated look of a supermodel, but who doesn’t want a body that makes going to the beach comfortable and...
Continue reading…Protecting Against Memory Loss
Do mentally stimulating activities protect against memory loss? A recent study by researchers at the Mayo Clinic has determined that engaging in mentally stimulating activities, such as, computer use, craft activities, social activities and playing games decreased cognitive impairment by between 22 and 30 percent. More specifically, it was determined that taking part in...
Continue reading…Must know Tips about Cortisol for Weight Loss Success
The adrenal glands, which are located on top of the kidneys, secrete hormones in response to stress. Most notably, cortisol and adrenaline which help mobilize quick energy for a ‘fight or flight’ response. Cortisol initially helps break down fat for energy, increases blood sugar and blood pressure. Adrenaline production increases alertness, energy level, and...
Continue reading…Health Related Heavy Metal Testing
Is being exposed to heavy metals something that should be taken seriously? The National Institute of Health defines heavy metals as “naturally occurring elements that have a high atomic weight and a density at least 5 times greater than that of water.” Some metals that fall into this category are arsenic, beryllium, cadmium, copper, iron,...
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