The following article takes a look at the various vitamins, why you need them and which foods to find them in. Vitamins which appear to be missing from the list, such as B4 and B8 are synthesized by the human body and are therefore not normally required in additional amounts.
No one wants to develop wrinkles and loose saggy skin. The good news is you have more control over the skin aging process than you think. There are actually two kinds of skin aging, one you can control and one you can’t. This article discusses the two types, and what you can do to ward off wrinkles.
High blood pressure is so common that most people can expect to get it if they live long enough. We know that lifestyle plays a role in maintaining a healthy blood pressure – including exercise. But what if you’re predisposed to hypertension, can exercise prevent it?
The thought of getting cancer is a scary one for most people. You can reduce your risk of some types of cancer by not smoking and eating a healthy diet, but what about exercise? Can exercise reduce the risk, and what type is best?
You probably already know that having certain genes puts you at greater risk for health problems, but you may have more control over your genetics than you think. According to research, healthy habits like eating your vegetables may affect whether or not those bad genes are expressed. Find out more about the link between lifestyle and genetics.
Having trouble losing weight on your own? Get your spouse or significant other involved and lose weight as a team. Research shows you’ll have more success this way. This article also gives suggestions for how to lose weight with your spouse.
Kitchen makeovers are not cheap; if you are on a budget, make changes gradually, starting with the worst food offenders. The next time you go grocery shopping, stick to diet-friendly rules.
One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight and lead a more healthy lifestyle. Fitness & eating well are two of the most important elements in achieving your New Year’s goals. We’ve teamed up with Eggland’s Best in their New Year! New You! Giveaway on Facebook. Enter for your chance to
No doubt you have heard the phrase “eating clean” used in conjunction with the principles of fitness and a healthy lifestyle, but what exactly does that mean?
I have just returned from the FitBloggin’ Conference that was held May 20 – 21, 2011 in downtown Baltimore, MD at the Marriott Baltimore Waterfront hotel. The FitBloggin’ Conference is for people who blog about fitness, wellness, good food and a healthy lifestyle. According to their website, “the stated goal of FitBloggin’ is to bring
When I was 15 years old, I was diagnosed with systemic lupus – an autoimmune disease that required high doses of oral steroids to bring under control. As a young teenager, I didn’t realize the gravity of being on steroids – but within months…I had gained 100lbs. A healthy lifestyle was not within my vocabulary.
I am 57 years old and in the best shape of my life. I recently joined a local gym in my area for the first time ever. I am determined to be the healthiest and in the best physical condition I can possibly be. I want to maintain this as long as I am able.
