Weight loss isn’t always easy. You might think you have to lose a significant amount of weight to get health benefits. A new study shows this isn’t so. In fact, you can get health benefits by losing only 5% of your body weight.
When the scale show you’re up a pound, it could be water weight. Water weight is quite common, especially in women. Here are six of the most frequent causes of this frustrating problem.
Autoimmune diseases are on the rise. Could diet play a role in why such problems as autoimmune thyroid disease are becoming more common? Find out whether what types of foods are now being linked with autoimmune disorders.
Processed foods are a staple on store shelves. Unless you stick to the perimeter of the grocery store, you’re probably going to be tempted by a packaged item or two. Just how much DOES processed food make up the American diet? Find out what a new study shows.
There are lots of reasons to limit the amount of processed foods in your diet. A new study suggests an ingredient common in processed foods may trigger metabolic issues and weight gain. As if the sugar in processed foods isn’t bad enough, here’s another reason to avoid them.
How much do you really know about eggs? You certainly know how versatile they are, and that they can be served at just about any meal. You enjoy them as part of your breakfast, for lunch, and even for dinner. It can likely be said that every refrigerator in the country, contains at least one carton of eggs. The reason for this is simply that eggs are extremely affordable. What many of us may not know is that an egg is not just delicious and versatile, but their health benefits are numerous, and Eggland´s Best sets the bar on all counts.
Think eating cleanly will make you feel deprived? It shouldn’t. Discover five tips to help you enjoy eating a diet free of processed foods and added sugar without feeling hungry or deprived.
What are alkaline foods and an alkaline diet? Does eating an alkaline diet offer any unique health benefits? Find out what research shows about alkaline foods – what they are and how they impact your health.
Red meat in moderation can be part of a healthy diet. The type of red meat you want to avoid is processed meat that contains added preservatives and salt. What about grass-fed beef versus grain-fed? Find out why grass-fed beef is a better choice when it comes to your health.
The clean eating movement is gaining momentum. When you eat a clean diet, you reduce your exposure to food additives, preservatives, sodium, bad fats and sugar. You’ll look and feel better too. This article discusses six tips for eating cleanly in a world dominated by processed foods.
What if you were born with a taste for healthy foods? That would certainly make it easier to get your fruits and veggies, wouldn’t it? As it turns out, food preferences may be formed early – very early – as early as in utero. So if you want your future kids to love eating foods that are good for them, load up on healthy foods during pregnancy.
What are essential fatty acids and why do you need them in your diet? Find out more about these “must have” fats, why you need them and the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between the two. Also discover what the best sources of each are.
