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How to Grow an Organic Garden

On May 15, 2012 / Blog, Food, Health, Healthy Food / Leave a comment

How to Grow an Organic Garden Author: melissdays Why spend hundreds of dollars a month from your family’s budget by buying conventional produce from the supermarket? You can turn a small plot of land near your house into fresh fruit, like strawberries and blueberries, and vegetables such as potatoes, tomatoes, onions, garlic, lettuce and much more. Building your own organic garden will not only be healthier for you but also save on your food bill. The first step of planting your organic garden is by learning what crops are native to your area or what crops will grow best in

Parsley, Superfood and Healing Herb

On May 8, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Parsley, Superfood and Healing Herb Author: Sylvia This incredible plant definitely deserves to be called a Superfood. It has to be one of the most versatile and nutritious herbs available. As a food its benefits lie mainly in preventative care, and general health-giving properties. But used medicinally, it is a veritable medicine-chest all of its own! It is difficult to draw a line between Parsley’s qualities as a food -and its qualities as a medicine, as its health-giving and preventative dietary supplement, will also gently relieve many ills by supporting the whole body-system. Parsley is often overlooked because it is so

Starting with Clean Recipe Diets

On May 5, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Starting with Clean Recipe Diets Author: Noelle Dineen Eating clean may mean hard work to someone who is used to eating junk and pre-processed foods. This means deprivation of these foods and minimal consumption of many others. Eating clean means patronizing organic food products and sometimes, eating raw fruits and vegetables. Starting a clean diet may be hard to do at first. The first step involves getting rid of any unhealthy food temptations. Clear the refrigerator and cupboards, getting rid of all processed foods and junk foods. It will be easier to practice clean eating if there are no options

How to get your kids to eat healthy food

On May 2, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Family, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

How to get your kids to eat healthy food Author: Tandi One of the greatest nutrition challenges facing mothers is, how to get their children to eat healthy food, especially fruits and vegetables. In our world of sugar, fat and salt laden processed foods, made to entice the taste buds, and induce addiction to keep you coming back for more the challenge is fierce. Is it possible to get processed food loving kids to eat their fruits and veggies? Absolutely. The first step is to clean up the home environment. Kids may beg for their usual treats and snacks and

Hydration for Weight Loss, Anti Aging and Energy

On April 23, 2012 / Blog, Clean Water, Exercise, Food, Healthy Food, Hiking, Physical / Leave a comment

Hydration for Weight Loss, Anti Aging and Energy Author: Margot Rutigliano One of the most important lessons to learn is how important water is to one’s body. How critical is water to the body? Would you use a car without fuel? The adult body is made up of 70 percent water; 85 percent of the blood, 75 percent of muscle, and 22 percent of bone in the body is water (MayoClinic). This makes the importance of staying hydrated crucial, as the body uses water to perform properly all day long, especially during exercise. The body’s sources of water are from

Understanding The Difference Between Good and Bad Carbs

On April 23, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Family, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Understanding The Difference Between Good and Bad Carbs Author: Robert Swilley As we know the topic of “good” vs. “bad” carbohydrate intake has been greatly debated over the years. What I am here to do, is to help you understand the difference between the two and show you that there is hope for fat loss success and healthier eating habits. Although the low carb approach may be sensible to some, I personally feel that it is not the best approach. I do, however, feel that one of the most significant reasons that people struggle with their weight loss is simply

“What many of you don’t know” by Ying Tan

On April 4, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, faith, Gratitude, Health, Healthy Food, Inspiration, Leadership, Physical / Leave a comment

Last week, while I was doing my morning cardio, I watched a video with amazing and inspiring people talking about personal past struggles in life. I was inspired when they told their stories and showed pictures of them at their downfall. I was deeply moved, knowing that if they can do it, then anyone can. Then it hit me – I can do that too! I can be an inspiration! All of these people climbed their way out of a dark and scary place in life; and by telling their story – they are changing/helping people lives. My name is

Apple Cider Vinegar

On April 1, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Food, Health, Healthy Food / 1 Comment

Apple Cider Vinegar Author: Mark Pelore What is Apple Cider Vinegar? Other names: cider vinegar, ACV, acetic acid Apple cider vinegar is a type of vinegar made by the fermentation of apple cider. During this process, sugar in the apple cider is broken down by bacteria and yeast into alcohol and then into vinegar. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid (like other types of vinegar) and some lactic, citric and malic acids. Unlike white vinegar, apple cider vinegar is a light yellow-brown color and is often sold unfiltered and unpasteurized with a dark, cloudy sediment called mother of vinegar (consisting

Resveratrol Longevity – 98% Trans Resveratrol

On April 1, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Resveratrol Longevity – 98% Trans Resveratrol Author: Physician Naturals Resveratrol-Longevity – 98% Trans-Resveratrol Resveratrol is present red wine, and is primarily found in the skin of red grapes. At the top of the anti-aging supplements list should be Resveratrol. It has been the subject of some of the most exciting anti-aging research as of late resveratrol inhibit assist cellular housekeeping and slow aging. Curcumin is a Powerful Anti-Cancer Agent: Resveratrol is a powerful nutrient that has been shown to directly influence genes that regulate metabolic mechanisms and promote longevity. In addition to mimicking the effect of calorie restriction, resveratrol is

Cocoa Beans as a Superfood and a Major Source af Antioxidants

On March 29, 2012 / Blog, Exercise, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Cocoa Beans as a Superfood and a Major Source af Antioxidants Author: AnneMing Cocoa beans have been gaining popularity worldwide, and not simply because they are used to make chocolate! Recent medical studies have proven that consuming cocoa beans can be extremely beneficial to your health. Cocoa beans are now considered one of the “superfoods” by American medical experts, associating cocoa with spirulina, goji berries, and acai berries. A very popular study confirmed that red wine contains antioxidants, and suggested that drinking red wine on a regular basis can help prolong your life. However, recent research has discovered that cocoa

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