Diet

One of the easiest ways to diet and consume less calories is to strategically skew your diet towards foods which make your feel full faster. You’ll begin to eat a lot less but you’ll never feel hungry, and since these foods are so good for you you’ll probably feel much better overall as your body reaps the benefits of a more nutritionally balanced diet.

A recent medical study confirmed that differences between individuals in both health and lifestyle can have an impact on how much vitamin D they need.  According to the study conducted by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), a preliminary model will now be able to predict an individual’s vitamin D requirements.

Your greatest defense against poor spending habits and impulse junk food purchases in the grocery store is to go in with a plan and stick to it. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your grocery store and maybe even save a few bucks as well.

There are so many health benefits to garlic although many of us don’t even realize it when we use it in our every day cooking. If you aren’t already using it in all of your cooking, here are some of the benefits you might want to consider.

Eating yogurt has never been more popular.  Now that the beneficial health effects of probiotics are being touted by an increasingly vocal segment of the medical community, more and more people are opting to add it into their daily regime. 

If you’re looking to improve your overall health then adding more fruit to your diet is a sure-fire solution.  Fruit is chalked full of important vitamins and minerals.  Fruit is exceptionally helpful for boosting immune function, fighting off disease, improving digestion and beatifying your skin and body from the inside out.  If you’re gearing up to start eating healthier then a

Many people are increasingly coming to realize that a diet heavy in meats can be less than ideal for one’s health and for one’s waist line.  Not only this, but eating red meat is actually harmful for the environment.  With so many reasons now to reduce meat consumption, finding alternatives for meal planning is essential. 

Just in time for Easter new research reveals what many have claimed for a good long while, that chocolate does a body good.  According to scientists in Germany, one small square of chocolate per day might actually help lower the risk of heart disease and lower blood pressure.

References to probiotics, acidophilus, lactobacillus and good bacteria are all now common household names.  Probiotics have become a huge part of the naturapathic and supplement industries.  Ten years ago few people probably would have known the difference between good and bad bacteria.  Today, however, most people are aware that maintaining and replenishing the good bacteria in

Naturopath and author Peter J. D’Adamo, first published his book Eat Right 4 Your Type, in 2001 and made quite a splash with the assertion that finding out your blood type is key to creating a diet that is right specifically for you. 

Some of you may have heard of the slow food movement, but may still be wondering what exactly this is.  Or perhaps you know a little something about it but are wondering if you even have time to eat slow foods.  Well to find out more keep reading.

Having beautiful clear skin is something that most of us aspire to.  However, it can be easier said than done.  Despite expensive creams, cleansers and lotions, if you are not feeding your skin from the inside out than you can say goodbye to that natural glow.  Even whe

Food combining is an approach to nutrition in which proponents advise combining certain foods at certain times.  This food combination approach is also known as trophology.  Timing and combination are said to have a major impact on weight management

According to recent studies most North Americans are not getting enough fiber in their diets.  The recommended intake is approximate twenty to 38 grams of fiber per day depending on age and gender.  Twenty-five grams is probably a good standard for most people.  However, despite many a news segments and healthy living campaigns advocating that people eat more of this nutrient, mo

While many people dealing with increasingly busy schedules have come to rely on prepackaged and ready made dinner options, there are some hidden dangers in these preparations that go beyond their nutritional (or lack thereof) content.  Not only are harmful additives such as MSG often covered up by the generically labeled ‘spice’ on the back of the label, but the packaging of some of these

Ever more people are now suffering from the effects of anxiety and depression.  These two disorders are often part of the same mood disorder and both states can lead to a great deal of upset in the sufferer’s life.  While serious clinical depression and anxiety disorders often require medical intervention, inclu

Celiac Disease, often known simply as a wheat allergy, is a chronic disorder that affects the digestive system.  It is caused by intolerance to wheat grain (including rye, oats, barley, durum, semolina, kamut and spelt).  It is a hereditary disease whose cause is unknown.  Celiac disease is most common a

At this time of year many of us are busy crossing a host of foods off our list wondering what the heck is left for us to eat after we’ve given up so much.  Below is a list of foods that are packed with nutrients that help brain functioning and as such deserve a special place on our plates.  Thinking about getting enough nutrients throughout the day rather than merely how to avoid over

With New Years resolution time at hand, one important thing to consider is how to improve your health in the coming year.  While many people ramp up for a new diet and fitness regime, there are also some less radical ways to dramatically improve your health.  Avoiding the worst culprits in the food and beverage industry will give you a head start on all of your fitness resolutions.&nb

Barry Popkin, a nutrition expert who has advised the US government and health officials around the world, thinks that sugary drinks should be taxed and a levy should increase the price of pop until societies wean themselves from it.

If you haven't heard of probiotics, acidophilus or beneficial bacteria, then you may be missing out on preventing and controlling a surprising number of conditions.

Juicing is one of the fastest ways to improve your health. There are no reasons why you should not juice – it will increase your vitamin intake, hydrate your body, improve your skin, hair and nails, improve digestion, and protect you from disease.

Unfortunately western society’s doctors do not put enough emphasis on your diet as a means of preventing and treating cancer.  Cancer rates are rising around the world, and the foods that prevent cancer are basically the opposite of the typical American or Westernized diet.  The perfect anticancer diet is comprised of mainly colorful fruits, vegetables and legumes and unsaturated fats, garlic,

Do you need more Omega 3 fatty acids in your diet? Chances are that you do because studies have found that many people do not get enough Omega 3’s and if we all had adequate amounts in our bodies, there are a number of diseases and ailments that could be prevented. 

Most people have a sweet tooth but how they deal with their cravings varies.  Recent studies have shown that around 70% of people eat way too much sugar on a daily basis.  Sugar causes inflammation in the body and constantly eating sweet foods does all kinds of harm to your internal body not to mention your external body.

Your food choices make all the difference in how you look and feel but sometimes no matter how healthy you try to be it doesn’t work. This is due mostly to false information we are fed or have been led to believe. Here are a few surprising examples of foods that may be leading you in the wrong direction when it comes to your health: