There are many reasons to lose extra weight, as doing so could reduce your risks of heart attack and stroke. A new study suggests that your knees might also thank you for shedding excess pounds. Three Groups, Three Results This ...
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Searching for a Peanut Allergy Cure
It’s a well know fact that peanuts are a fairly popular snack. Unfortunately, peanuts also trigger allergic reactions in a large number of people. The good news is that a cure for peanut allergies might be available in the not-too-distant ...
Read More »The Nutritional Benefits of Hemp Seeds
Surprising as it might sound, hemp seeds are viewed by many as a sort of superfood. While that might seem hard to believe, the following facts illustrate why hemp seeds are considered such nutritious and healthy offerings. 1) If you’re ...
Read More »Finding Hidden Calories in Your Diet
It’s a common complaint – you do your best to diet, yet the extra weight remains. One reason why losing weight can be so difficult is that we often underestimate the amount of calories in foods. Listed below are ten ...
Read More »The Downside of Fad Diets
There’s a very good chance you’ve heard the term “fad diet” at least a few times from various sources. Generally speaking, such dieting plans tend to have a less-than-stellar reputation. A 2017 study, conducted by multiple institutions, further dented the ...
Read More »Want to Get Some Sleep? Avoid these Foods Before Bed
Many people have difficulty getting a proper amount of sleep. Believe it or not, this issue can often be at least partially blamed on late-night food choices. Listed below are some offerings that are best avoided before bedtime. Pizza: Who ...
Read More »Identifying Your Body Type
Have you ever wondered why you just can’t seem to bulk up, or have nagging trouble shedding those extra 15 pounds? Despite eating healthier or adjusting their exercise regimen, many people find that achieving their ideal body weight remains an ...
Read More »Watch What You Eat: The Wrong Type of Plant-based Diets
It would appear that vegetarian diets represent a healthy alternative to modern American eating patterns. While this is often the case, there are notable exceptions; in fact, some plant-based diets may actually do more harm than good. A Wealth of ...
Read More »Are Your Children Overeating?
Childhood obesity has increased dramatically over the last several decades – by latest count, over 17 percent percent of children aged six to eleven qualify as obese. This trend can largely be attributed to poor eating habits among young Americans. ...
Read More »Digestive Issues? You Might Want to Skip These Foods
It’s hard to think of a less glamorous topic to discuss than digestive issues. It’s helpful to those with rather sensitive digestive systems to know which types of foods to avoid. Fried Foods: Fried chicken and onion rings are very ...
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