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About -90 million- US adults struggle with obesity. Despite the numerous health risks that can come along with it, many sufferers find the problem difficult to treat. The old way of thinking: that willpower was the problem, is falling away as new research proves that may never have been the case. Breakthroughs are leading us down new treatment paths and into new ideas. Researchers believe they may...
March 15, 2021
Intuitive eating may be the key to a healthier life and a stable weight. According to an article in the - British Medical Journal - , sustained dietary restriction (eliminating one or more food groups) may not have sustainable weight loss or health benefits.- Intuitive eating may be the solution. What Does “Intuitive Eating” Mean? - Intuitive eating is -the process of eating with mindfulness and intention.- Instead...
March 4, 2021
Weight loss can be difficult to achieve, but the process becomes even harder the older we get. Our metabolism slows down and our bodies just do not handle fats and foods as well as they once did. Unlike fad diets, certain foods and natural essential oils and herbs can be an effective aid in losing weight (and usually in a healthier way). Below are a few you might want to consider. Grapefruit (or Grapefruit...
February 26, 2021
All fats are not created equal. Even in the human body, different types of fats work in different ways. Researchers have understood the role of -brown fat- in energy metabolism for some time, but they’ve hit a few hurdles trying to figure out how to use the information to our benefit. A new breakthrough could change that, allowing more people to use brown fat to trigger weight loss and -improve metabolic...
October 1, 2020
Digestive enzymes are extremely important for proper digestion and nutrition. We all need them, and most of us have them. But a lack of digestive enzymes can leave us feeling lousy. Let's take a closer look at why they’re so essential and how to determine -if you need them. Where do Digestive Enzymes Come From? - Digestive enzymes normally occur naturally in the body for most people and are an essential...
August 21, 2020
A -Nutritarian- diet-style is designed to be nutrient rich, protective against disease, and longevity enhancing. But, the most fascinating discovery is the same diet-style that can push the envelope of human longevity, is most effective for long-term weight loss. It is pretty tough to maintain a healthy weight if you always feel like eating more. A recent study published in Nutrition Journal of 768...
June 25, 2020
Gardening has taken off since the pandemic hit. And the benefits are many and varied. From increasing curb appeal to bringing in healthy produce, this hobby benefits those who practice it in a number of healthy ways. 1. Gardening Helps Lower Blood Pressure - The exercise of gardening may help reduce high blood pressure. That's right, we called it exercise. The -National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute-...
June 23, 2020
These little yummies are a real wonder. They have a ton of fiber, minerals, and vitamins not to mention protein. They're good for heart health, lowering cholesterol, and may even improve blood sugar and a number of other things. They can help us lose weight and they have an incredible shelf life. Legumes are an important part of human nutrition, packed with many of the nutrients our bodies need to...
May 13, 2020
Menopause can be a headache in so many ways, making the weight gain feel like insult added to injury. Fortunately, there’s no need to despair. There are options. Those who have entered menopause can lose weight by making some adjustments, understanding how hormones affect appetite, controlling portion sizes and choosing healthy over high-calorie snacks. Exercise and strength training will help to preserve...
May 8, 2020
Intermittent fasting has numerous potential -health benefits-, including weight loss and improved cardiovascular health. Still, it’s not the best diet option for everyone and of those who practice it, many are unaware of the side-effects. Intermittent fasting, which entails restricting calories by eating in short time-restricted windows, fasting for 24 hours once or twice a week or severely reducing...
April 3, 2020
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