Fried, fatty foods have become a staple in the standard Western diet. Potato chips, french fries, chicken, burgers, snack foods and fried vegetables all contribute to the increase in fatty food consumption that plagues modern culture.
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Vitamin B complex is the name given to describe a group of vitamins in the B family which are essential for growth, development, enzyme production, chemical reaction regulation and turning food into energy that the body can use.
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The javelin throw can be extremely strenuous and tough. At first glance, it may simply seem as if you are throwing a long rod; in reality, a lot of athletic ability and strategy go into throwing the javelin. But there are ways to improve your javelin throwing. Here are a few tips.
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To calculate the cost of a used bicycle, you must know what its depreciation is. Depreciation, according to the IRS, is "an annual allowance for the wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence of the property." Every item you own depreciates over its lifetime.
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Basketball hoops are usually attached to a metal pole or an apparatus that ensures the pole won't flip over. However, it is possible to mount a basketball backboard to a wall on the outside of your house or on the wall above your garage. Backboards are made of various materials.
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Thermogenics are drugs or supplements designed to facilitate weight loss by simulating exercise. Most thermogenic products generally contain strong stimulants that enable weight loss by boosting energy levels and increasing blood flow.
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Turmeric, a fragrant yellow-rooted plant related to ginger, is a core component of South Asian cuisine and Ayurvedic medicine. Recently, modern science has confirmed many health benefits traditionally associated with this pungent, spicy-sweet herb.
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Eucalyptus, a tropical evergreen endemic to the Australian continent, has been used for centuries as a treatment for skin and upper-respiratory infections. In modern aromatherapy and naturopathy, eucalyptus may be used as a treatment for arthritis, headache, congestion and skin ulcers.
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Senna, an herbal stimulant laxative, is commonly used as a short-term treatment for constipation. Teas made from this harsh laxative enable bowel movements by irritating the lining of the colon, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Betel nut chewing originated in the tropical regions of southern Asia, but it has gradually spread to communities in Madagascar, eastern Africa and the West Indies. Quid, or chewable drug, made from betel nut typically contains a combination of betel palm nut, betel vine leaf, lime and tobacco.
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Mother's Milk tea, a product manufactured by Traditional Medicinals, contains a combination of herbs historically used to enhance breast milk production. Mother's Milk contains fennel, aniseed, coriander, fenugreek and blessed thistle.
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Mega T Green Tea supplements are promoted as antioxidants, energy-boosters and weight loss products. The Mega T company advertises that their products can burn belly fat and enable users to lose as much as twenty pounds.
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The root of the Panax ginseng plant has been used for centuries as a component of traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM. TCM practitioners and Western herbalists widely promote Panax ginseng as an adaptogen, or an herb that enables a healthier response to physical or mental stress.
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The medicinal herb rhodiola, also known as golden root, originates in the high-altitude regions of Northern Europe and Asia. Herbalists commonly regard rhodiola as an adaptogen.
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Extracts of the medicinal herb rhodiola rosea have been used historically to boost stamina, mood and mental function. According to Dr. Andrew Weil, a naturopathic physician, studies increasingly suggest that this versatile herb can help treat a variety of common conditions.
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For more than 2,000 years, holistic healers have turned to Valerian root as a naturopathic treatment for anxiety, insomnia and mood disturbances. Although limited studies suggest that Valerian can safely treat these conditions, few studies have conclusively evaluated its overall effects on the human body.
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Supplements containing glucosamine have been used extensively to combat the symptoms of osteoarthritis. According to the National Institutes of Health, glucosamine effectively relieves pain, swelling and stiffness in people with this chronic and debilitating condition.
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The sprouts, or young seedlings, of the alfalfa plant are associated with several potential health benefits. Although adult alfalfa plants are too coarse and bitter to eat, alfalfa sprouts are tender and appropriate for use in salads, sandwiches and soups.
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Renowned for its warm fragrance and spicy flavor, the bark of the cinnamon plant has been used for hundreds of years as both a seasoning and medicine. In modern naturopathic medicine, practitioners regard cinnamon as a natural treatment for chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol.
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Green tea and ginseng are among the world's most popular nutritional supplements. Since the two products offer a similar range of health benefits and low rate of side effects, several companies now offer teas and supplements containing both products.
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