Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
There is no shortage of detoxification methods circulating throughout the natural health industry. Some of these methods are restrictive and dangerous to your health. Exclusively drinking a detox tea does not promote good health.
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Two types of sunblock exist. Both physical and chemical sunblocks are available. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are the physical type, meaning the sunblock is not absorbed by the skin’s surface, according to "The New York Times." When applied to the skin, these ingredients reflect light, much like a mirror.
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Periodontitis is a serious gum infection, caused by plaque and bacteria accumulating below the gum line. Left untreated, it can destroy gum and bone tissue, resulting in loss of teeth.
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The idea of getting sushi or sashimi fresh from the ocean may sound like a good thing, but this isn't always the case. Tuna, however, is one fish that is relatively safe to eat raw without freezing it first, but not without a small risk to your safety.
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Kids who fuel up in the morning with a breakfast high in carbohydrates and protein before heading off to school gain many benefits, both mental and physical. These benefits not only last throughout the school day, but also can contribute to overall health and school performance over the long term.
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When phosphatidylserine was originally studied as a phospholipid component which might aid in cognition and memory, it was distilled from the brains of cows. Concerns about mad cow disease, however, caused subsequent studies to be performed using a form derived from soybeans.
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Open the Andes Thin Mints green foil wrapper and you will find a three-layer chocolate, mint, chocolate candy. This after-dinner mint has been a best seller since it was introduced in 1950. Today Andes Thin Mints come in four flavors and there is a sugar-free version of the original Crème de Menthe mint.
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Neutrogena and Oil of Olay are two longstanding, well-known skincare companies. Although many of the products they offer are very similar, Olay's skincare lines are mostly focused on anti-aging and may appeal to older consumers, while Neutrogena offers more general products targeted to various age groups.
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The number of calories in a doughnut depends on the type and size of doughnut. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, doughnuts are high in calories. In addition to a high volume of calories, doughnuts also contain a lot of fat and sugar, and doughnuts should not be eaten frequently.
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If you’ve switched to drinking diet cola rather than regular cola to maintain or lose weight, you may want to rethink this option. True, diet cola has fewer calories and less sugar, which should theoretically help you lose weight, but the ingredients in diet cola may have the opposite effect.
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Whether you drink almond milk because you're lactose intolerant or because you prefer the taste, it's an excellent source of nutrients including protein, calcium, iron, vitamin E and heart-healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.
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The quantity of fat in the diet is a serious health issue for most Americans. While the Institute of Medicine recommends you limit fat to 20 percent to 35 percent of your daily calorie intake, the average American consumes more than this. On the upside, the right types of fat in the proper amount benefit your health.
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Human growth hormone, also called HGH, is produced by the pituitary gland. It is important in childhood to help fuel growth and to maintain organs and tissues in the body. HGH production begins to reduce in middle age.
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A deficiency in vitamin B12 requires supplementation to treat symptoms and return blood serum levels to normal. The two options for treating a B12 deficiency are taking oral supplements in pill form or receiving injections of B12 directly into the muscle.
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The neem tree is a tropical evergreen native to India that has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. A mainstay in aryuvedic medicine, parts of the neem tree are anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-septic and anti-viral.
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Black cohosh is a dietary supplement derived from the root of the Acteae racemosa plant. The University of Maryland Medical Center website reports that this medicinal herb has been around for more than two centuries.
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Having a healthy diet will bring benefits -- both in the short term and in the long term. Not only will your body look and feel better, but you'll experience an improved quality of life, have less risk of disease and can expect to live longer than your counterparts who do not eat a healthy diet.
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On the southern slope of California’s San Bernardino mountains, there is a large rock formation shaped like an arrowhead. A Native American legend states that an arrow fell from heaven and burned the design into the mountain side to guide tribes to healing waters.
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If you think healthy eating can't include brownies, you've got another think coming. Brownies may not be the ideal health food, but they have a few surprising health benefits. In addition, simple recipe substitutions can cut down on the amount of fat and calories, making your dessert somewhat less sinful.
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Breakfast eaters tend to have improved productivity, memory and concentration throughout the day when compared to those who skip breakfast, according to the American Dietetic Association. Furthermore, consuming a healthy breakfast may help promote weight control.
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