If you’re overweight, you’re not alone. Up to a third of all Americans are considered to be overweight. It turns out that it makes a difference where the fat is located in the body. For those who are overweight and who have fat in the buttock and thigh area, the risk for heart disease is …
Weight loss is a goal so many of us set ourselves, and unfortunately, so many of us struggle with it. There’s no quick fix to losing weight despite all the fad diets that are available promising instant results. However, we all really know that the only way to lose weight is through dedication and hard …
Our bodies need fat. Having a diet without fat is unhealthy, the same as having a diet without protein or carbohydrate would be. Fat supplies energy to cells and provides essential fatty acids your body can’t produce. A small amount of fat helps the body absorb vitamins A, D and E which are fat-soluble vitamins …
Ever since we were little children, we have been told that junk food is bad for you and that it’s important to moderate the amount of junk food we take in. Many people see junk food as the reason they’re overweight. However, there are some people who eat a lot of junk food without gaining …
In today’s world, people are exposed to a greater number of external, environmental allergens, toxins and microorganisms than ever before. These bodily irritants can cause inflammation in our bodily cells, tissues and organs, leaving us susceptible to developing various diseases. Here are 7 ways you can start detoxing your body and gradually rid these harmful …
If you’re like most people, anything that might help you avoid unnecessary distractions and remain more focused throughout the day is certainly welcomed. Regardless of what you do for a living or the hobbies and pastimes you enjoy, improving your ability to concentrate on the task at hand is a significant advantage. Given the fact …
Of all the organs that make up the human physiology, the heart is arguably the most vital. Therefore, if you want to support heart health, it’s important to know how to take care of your heart in your daily life and routine. Here are 5 easy ways to incorporate heart healthy activities into your daily …
With the pressures we have to look fit and trim, it’s no wonder why people are doing any and everything in order to lose weight “INSTANTLY”! Before you start trying to lose as much weight as possible you have to know that there’s a safe way to do so. Weight loss is a semi-long, slow …
Do you ever feel amped up? Wound up or restless? Anxiety is a drag. Feeling amped up can happen to everyone at some time in life. This is one way that anxiety presents itself. How you deal with anxiety is what makes the difference. How do you soothe your mind when you feel amped up …
When we think about elderly people, we usually have a certain image in our heads. They’re slower, not as strong, probably a little larger around the middle. But does it have to be that way? How much of our aging is actually biologically determined? Do you always lose muscle and gain fat as you age?
