Physical Wellness

Are Phytochemicals Essential for Good Health?

23. September 2009

Fruits, vegetables, and other plant foods are packed with healthy compounds known as phytochemicals, in addition to vitamins, minerals, and fiber. From anthocyanins (the red pigment in strawberries and cherries) to allylic sulfides (responsible for the pungent flavor of garlic and onions), these phytochemicals may be responsible for some of the disease-preventing effects of fruits [...]

Detox Your Body With These Foods

29. July 2009

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When it comes to detoxing your body, there are many techniques you can follow and supplements you can take. But, the best way, is to eat lots of foods that detox the body. Below is a list of detox foods that I thought would be an great addition to everybody’s diet. 1. Fruits Fruits are [...]

7 Keys to Cutting Calories

22. July 2009

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Permanent alterations in your lifelong attitudes toward diet and exercise are the keys to successful weight management. Here are seven no-nonesense strategies to help you eat more moderately, yet feel satisfied. Clean your plate! It’s a mantra in America, and a contributor to the ever-increasing weight problem. Unfortunately, our plates have gotten bigger! A major [...]

One Vitamin Helps You Lose Weight

5. July 2009

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One Vitamin Helps You Lose Weight You’re all set to begin your new weight loss program. The diet book has been read, the treadmill is working and you just bought cute new workout shorts. One more thing: Go to your doctor and get your vitamin D levels checked. The level of vitamin D in your [...]

Are You a Weight Management Statistic?

2. July 2009

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Weight Management Market Overview Globally, people are eating more and exercising less. This trend is driving the $89 billion weight loss industry. ? The U.S. owns an estimated 70% of this market, or $62.2 billion, with growth estimated at 6% per year.1,2 ? Japan is the 2nd largest market.1 ? Australia spends about $0.5 billion [...]

Your Health: It’s Not About Luck!

18. March 2009

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Your Health: It’s Not About Luck! It’s St. Patrick’s Day and a perfect time to consider how you feel about luck. Do you ever find yourself blaming your poor health or extra weight on bad luck or maybe unlucky genes? Drs. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Michael Roizen, authors of the best-selling YOU series of books, [...]

7 Days to a Healthier You

3. September 2008

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Don’t put off your health and fitness goals. A week is all it takes to get serious about improving your health and improve your productivity. And most importantly your clarity of thought. Here’s some tips: Sunday Buy a pedometer and aspire to meet the American Heart Association’s standard of walking 3,000 steps per day. I [...]