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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Gregory_L_Gomez]Gregory L Gomez </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For those of you concerned about losing weight, improving your daily healthy eating habits are key points that need to be developed and consistently maintained. Instead of cramming three large meals into your body every day which will often be an excess, when planned accordingly you should be eating at five different times throughout the day.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By providing your body with five different opportunities to take in food, you prevent yourself from going into hunger mode where you start craving anything and everything. It is typically in these situations when the unhealthy stuff makes their way into the body and at amounts that are quite abundant.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Think about the last time you felt as if you were starving and what you ate at the next meal. More than likely you ate an excessive amount of food trying to quench that hunger feeling that was consuming your every thought.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Healthy Eating 5 Times Every Day Is Possible When You Take Time To Plan</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These are the types of situations you want to avoid at all costs since it's these moments that are the epitome of binge eating. That is why it is imperative you plan out your meals and snacks for each day so that healthy eating becomes your top priority and your ticket to weight loss.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You will find that by giving your body five healthy eating, appropriately portion sized amounts of food, your body will be nourished throughout the entire day and never be yearning to be fed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Therefore even though you will be eating at five different times moments during the day, you will still be able to keep your daily calorie total between 1,200-1,600 adjusted as you see fit or as your needs require. When you appropriately time your meals and snacks as per the following schedule, healthy eating five times a day is the perfect solution to put you on track towards living a healthy life.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Breakfast - 8am</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nutritious Snack - 10:30am</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Lunch - 12:30pm</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nutritious Snack - 3pm</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dinner - 6pm</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*adjust the times to fit with your daily schedule</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Let's look closely at the food/snacks a typical day could consist of so you get an idea of how to plan.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Your breakfast meal can consist of oatmeal with raisins, a whole wheat english muffin with peanut butter and honey, or an egg white only, mushroom, and tomato omelette with non-fat milk. Each one of these options hovers around 250 calories. Your nutritious snack, a fruit or a bag of raisins with almonds, chased down with a bottle of water - 150 calories. Your lunch can consist of a turkey, spinach, tomato wrap with a fruit or one of the many frozen Lean Cuisine Meal options - 350 calories. The mid-afternoon snack consisting of either a granola bar or veggies with lite ranch dressing along with a bottle of water - a meager 150 calories. Finally dinner of grilled chicken and vegetables or whole wheat pasta and a salad - 400 calories.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Even though you are eating at five different times throughout the day, since you will be consuming healthy foods in appropriate portion sizes you will still have a daily overall calorie total at a healthy amount. After tallying up all five eating moments listed above, you arrive at just 1,300 calories!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Healthy Eating Every Day Will Soon Lead To Healthy Habits And Weight Loss</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Just keep in mind that healthy eating five times a day will provide you will numerous confrontations with food and if you allow yourself to be persuaded into grabbing that bag of potato chips, pouring that large glass of soda, getting second servings of food, or snacking on other junk food, your overall calorie total will go up and over your daily target amount.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Develop healthy eating habits by preparing your meals and snacks in advance so you know exactly what you will be having the following day. By doing so you will not be confronted with situations that may lead you into an unhealthy situation. Also, with a specific plan in hand, you have complete control over your portions and will be able to keep each eating instance healthy and appropriate.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5 Foods To Help You Feel Fuller For Longer</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Anna_E._Mason]Anna E. Mason </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Filling Foods</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Has your stomach ever growled in anticipation of lunch, even though you just ate breakfast? At some point, we've all fallen victim to an unexplained raging appetite, which can lead to eating snacks that are high in calories, sugar and fat, and most of all, weight gain. It sounds contradictory, but eating can actually suppress your appetite - as long as you choose the right foods.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Try one of these foods as a filling snack to keep you feeling fuller for longer and the 'fridge monster' at bay.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Water. We can mistake thirst for hunger. It is essential to drink between 1.5L and 3L each day depending on the size of person, how active you are and the climate. Ensure you have water to hand no matter where you are - in your car, at your desk, always carry a bottle with you. Many fruits and vegetables are high in water content, which provided volume and weight but not calories and are handy to keep you hydrated and feeling full. Including salad vegetables with your lunch and cooked veggies in the evening will help to keep you feeling fuller for longer.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fibre. High fibre foods not only provide volume, but also take longer to digest. Making you feel fuller for longer on fewer calories. Classic examples are vegetables, fruits and whole grains.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fat. Fat is high in energy and contains protein which will help to keep you feeling full and keep the cravings away. All nuts have heart-healthy fats, but almonds contain the most fibre serving, which can keep you fuller, longer. Eating about 15 almonds between lunch and dinner can stave off that 4PM energy dip, helping you avoid those crisps and cakes in the break room. Interestingly, one study suggested that our bodies may not absorb all of that fat in almonds, which might lead to an overall lower calorie intake when eating them.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Eggs. A recent study found that overweight people who ate eggs for breakfast took longer to get hungry later. This is useful for everyone, not simply those who wish to lose weight. The research participants had lower levels of ghrelin, an appetite-stimulating hormone that tells the brain to eat, and higher levels of PPY, a hormone that helps stomachs feel full. Eggs are a perfect combination of protein and fat, so they're more satisfying than other breakfast foods.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Avocados. The green, creamy flesh of an avocado isn't just tasty - it's also filled with fibre and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. In other words, avocados might be the perfect fill-you-up food. Foods high in fibre and rich in fat take longer to digest, allowing you to experience less overall hunger - and possibly take in fewer calories. Research also shows that avocados' oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat, tells your brain that your stomach is full.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Heather_Jameson]Heather Jameson </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cottage Cheese Thighs, Orange Peel Skin or the Cellulite refers to fat deposits just below the skin, generally in the abdomen and lower pelvic region- thighs, buttocks and hips. A vast majority would cringe on even hearing this word, reason they all have it and all of them want to get rid of cellulite as soon as possible.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Deposition of cellulite is majorly due to hormonal reasons, bad lifestyle choices and poor diet. Age and genetic predisposition are also two important factors. But you can get rid of Cellulite. All you have to do is make some changes in your lifestyle and you would be ready to flaunt those sexy beautiful legs. Cellulite removal becomes simple when you eat the right way!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here I have enlisted some food items that you must include in your diet to get rid of cellulite. Just follow these simple steps and cellulite would no longer be a problem in your life.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Natural cellulite removal with foods that banish cellulite</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Water. That's right its as simple as it can get. Having lots of water can prove to be the magical weapon for losing Cellulite. Water would help you detoxify and flush harmful toxins out of your body. Cellulite consists of a large amount of toxins that collects as fat deposits in your skin. Water would help you lose it the natural way. Thus have at least 2-3 liters of water each day. Ad some lemon juice to it - this is the best cellulite removal tip ever!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Change your Salt. Replace your refined salt with either Celtic Sea Salt or Himalayan Crystal Salt. These are less acidic and doesn't leach out minerals from the body as in the case of Refined Salt. Also refined salt is much more dehydrating which actually leads to accumulation of Cellulite in the body. So say no to refined salt.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Green is the Way. Green tea is often associated with weight loss and is a very effective anti-oxidant. Less fats and very efficient in reducing the levels of toxicity makes it a perfect choice. It not only helps to get rid of Cellulite but also a very good source for increasing energy expenditure. Three cups of green tea a day should be a must.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fresh Fruits and Vegetables. Being alkaline in nature, fruits and vegetables helps to detoxify the skin. They magnetize the acidic toxins in the cellulite and force them out of the body. But you should gradually increase your fresh produce consumption so that you don't magnetize a larger amount of toxins than your body can remove. Otherwise it would circulate and get resettled in your body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Natural Herbs. Green and natural herbs can help you cut out on Cellulite deposition from your skin. They boost circulation and reduce fluid retention, thereby helping in detoxification. Try out some Dandelion leaves in a salad or make a juice. Ginkgo Biloba, prepared from leaves of ginkgo tree, is another good option to rel=nofollow [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1gnXCoKGC0]Get rid of Cellulite from butt, legs and thighs.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Only Healthy Fats. Replace saturated fats with healthy unprocessed fats in your diet. This improves blood circulation that actually prevents Cellulite deposition in the skin. Fish, Fish Oils and Flaxseed are rich source of healthy fats. Nuts also help for the same.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Loads of Anti-Oxidants. One of the most important and efficient way of losing cellulite from the body is by having a diet loaded with a large amount of anti-oxidants. Anti-Oxidants is your primary weapon against toxins. They neutralize toxins in the skin and thus prevents cellulite buildup. Have berries, acai and citrus fruits that are a very high source of anti-oxidants.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make these simple yet important changes to your diet and cellulite would no longer be an issue in your life. So get up and get rid of that Cellulite and have that sexy well toned legs that you always dreamed about.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've struggled with cellulite for more than 2 years, tried everything to get rid of it...</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After many failures, I managed to get rid of all my cellulite naturally in just 2 months: doing coffee ground wraps daily, eating a diet based on raw veggies and a source of lean protein and drinking lots of water with lemon.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-7354962780849905752014-03-11T12:27:00.002-07:002014-03-11T12:27:35.918-07:0018 Foods That You Don't Need To Buy Organic<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">18 Foods You Don't Need To Buy Organic</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Rich_Clarke]Rich Clarke </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Organic eating can be more expensive than eating normal, so this list of foods in this article will be a lot easier on the pocket.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Plus you will be safe in the knowledge that eating these foods won't harm your health.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The list of foods below will contain the least amount of pesticide residue when compared to other healthy foods.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The lower the level of pesticide residue will mean the lower the amount of harmful chemicals that enter your body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These foods are not harmed by toxins so will not have lost so much of their nutritional goodness during the growing phase.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Probably the number 1 reason why more people don't eat organic is PRICE.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Going 100% organic is impossible, so by making smart choices like eating from the list below you should help to maintain your good health.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have also previously stated that if you know the source and you know that the production of the food is clean then you don't need to eat organically. This applies to all foods, as long as you trust the source you will be fine.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So here we go with the list:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Onions - There isn't too much threat from pests for onions which means that farmers can get away with not using many pesticides on the onions. Onions are actually naturally resistant to pests. Just make sure the onions you pick have no damage and store them in a cool place or in the fridge.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Avocado - Due to the thick, resilient skin of the avocado it is hard for pesticides to break through. Look for ones which aren't too ripe and are nice and firm.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sweet corn - Buy fresh, delicious sweet corn from a local source if possible and you will struggle to beat the taste, they are in season late summer, so sadly we have just missed them.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Pineapple - Due to the tough protective skin of the pineapple the fruit is protected. Be careful though with the smell. The sweeter the smell the more ripe it is and it will have begun to ferment.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Grapefruit - Once again the thick skin comes to the rescue with this food to help keep out the pesticides.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mango - This is another fruit which is heavily protected from pesticides by its think skin. The best ones to buy will be colourful and have a rich fruity smell. If the mango is too soft it will probably be rotten inside so try to get one fairly firm.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Asparagus - Not too many insects or pests go after the asparagus crop so less spraying is needed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Peas - According to a survey by the environmental working group peas are the least likely to have pesticide residue on. These are delicious if you grow them in the garden or can get them fresh from a local farmer.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Kiwis - The peel on the outside protects the kiwis from any pesticide residue slipping into the fruit. Try to avoid any kiwis which are too soft and have bruised and damaged areas. Keep in the fridge.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cabbage - Pesticides aren't really used to grow cabbage so there should be very little residue left on the cabbage when it makes it into your kitchen. Just make sure the cabbage is nice and firm and give it a good wash.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Aubergine - An aubergine's thick skin does a good job of keeping out pesticides and chemicals used in the growing process. Firm and glossy aubergines are the ones you should aim to buy.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Papaya - The pesticide residue can stay on the skin of the papaya so you will need to give it a good wash. The best ones will be fairly soft to touch and have no visible damage.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Watermelon - Watermelons are great at keeping out harmful chemicals and toxins. Aim for the watermelons which are firm and don't contain soft spots.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cantaloupe - Same reasons apply as above, the thick skin is very protective.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Broccoli - You shouldn't have to worry about eating non organic broccoli, broccoli crops don't face too many pest threats which means it doesn't have to be sprayed so much by pesticides. Look out for deep green broccoli with firm stalks. Always wash 2-3 times before eating and store in the fridge.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tomato - Cherry tomatoes were on the list of foods you need to eat organic but if you are growing your own or buying fresh in season tomatoes you should be okay. Firm and glossy tomatoes from the garden are a great, tasty addition to many meals. If its mishaped don't worry, it just shows it more natural.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sweet potato - Sweet potatoes are a superfood, they're packed with so much goodness. You don't have to worry about pesticide residue on your sweet potatoes so you are free to enjoy!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Mushrooms - There are loads of benefits from eating mushrooms and you don't want to miss out on them. You can get away with not buying organic mushrooms from the supermarket, if you do want to go one better though try growing them yourself or picking them up from a fresh farmers market.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">(Adapted from the clean 15)</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So there we have the list of 18 foods you don't need to buy organically.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The one thing you need to ensure before eating these foods is to give them a wash and peel them. This should help to make sure that all remaining pesticide residue is removed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is important to get into a habit of doing this with all of your fresh fruit and veg (even organic). Wash first before peeling, cutting or anything else.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remember our good old "trusty" government set the organic standards.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In 2007 they allowed organic farmers to use toxic pesticide chemicals because of the potato blight which nearly wiped out entire crops.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By the look of it, as usual when money is involved rules can be changed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The organic label has become a very desirable marketing tool. It is after all the fastest growing area in the supermarkets.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some of the small local organic food producers have now been bought out by big multinational companies and in my opinion will try to reduce the quality when they mass produce it.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In most European countries, organic produce is regulated to exclude genetic modifications, however in the U.S., certified organic foods can still contain up to 30% GMO (genetically modified organisms).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There have also been reports of some of these big organic American companies working together to change the organic standards, in effect to dilute them down.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You may be shocked to learn that there is no limit to how much mercury, lead, cadmium, arsenic and aluminium is allowed in "organic" products in the UK or USA.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">"USDA organic standards place NO LIMITS on levels of heavy metals contamination of certified organic foods. Even further, there is no limit on the contamination of PCBs, BPA and other synthetic chemicals that are allowed in certified organic foods, superfoods and supplements."</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Other countries such as China have had their organic industries exposed, their organic food is not safe.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remember with all that said it's always best to buy local or even better GROW YOUR OWN.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-17464706409067617542014-03-11T12:22:00.000-07:002014-03-11T12:22:12.343-07:0010 Easy Nutrition Tips For Weight Loss<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">10 Easy Nutrition Tips For Weight Loss</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nutrition experts and professional dieticians have their own favorite weight loss tips. Here is a compilation of ten easy nutrition tips for weight loss from nutrition experts and dieticians. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Eat Often!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Although this might sound counterintuitive, eating more often will help you lose weight. In fact, never go without food for more that 3 to 4 hours. Eat small quantities more frequently to keep hunger down. Eat small portions of protein- and fiber-rich foods throughout the day. Or else, eat a protein-rich snack or fruits between meals so that it reduces your food intake during mealtime.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Eat Whole Foods More</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whole foods take longer to digest and therefore make you feel full for a longer period of time. Reduce your intake of processed foods which often leave you feeling hungry again.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Never Ever Give Up Your Favorite Foods</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Enjoy the foods that you love, but have smaller portions of them. When you learn to limit your intake, you can eat whatever you like and still stay thin. In one sense, you can eat your cake and have it too!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. No Late-Night Eating Please</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Your body needs time to digest your supper before you go to bed. Eating late at night does not allow the body enough time to do its work. The closer you are to bedtime, the lighter you need to eat. Having a heavy meal and then heading straight to bed could mean disaster for your weight loss initiatives.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Check Your Weight Often</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You would stay on track if you had a good idea of how much you weighed. Take weight measurements periodically and make modifications to your intake accordingly. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. Fill It With Fruits</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If a smaller portion of desert looks pathetically small, add more fruits to it to build up volume. You can have half a cup of ice cream with a full cup of fruits, instead of filling the whole quantity with ice cream alone. This will help you cut more than 200 - 300 calories.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Exercise for The Right Reasons</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Do not exercise to make you feel hungry, so that you can eat more. Most people will eat back all the calories that they burn in the gym. Eat a small protein-carb snack before or after your workout so that you don't overeat during mealtime. Also keep yourself hydrated adequately. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. Rest Well</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you sleep well through the night, the urge to overeat is diminished. Sleep for at least 8 hours a day. That would also leave you with less hours for eating over a 24 hour period.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. Shrink Your Portion</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Switch to nine-inch plates so that you eat smaller portions during every meal. Use smaller cups too whenever possible. Shrinking your portion size is key to lowering your food intake, and losing weight.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">10. Be Realistic </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Remember that 3500 calories amount to just one pound of fat. You need to cut down so many calories to lose that one pound. So, aim at losing one or two pounds a week, so that you stay consistent over a longer period of time. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you can practice just a few of these tips consistently, you will be well on your way towards losing weight and keeping it off permanently.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Brad_P_Yantzi]Brad P Yantzi </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fatigue is the medical word for feeling tired most or all of the time. People may describe it in a variety of ways, using terms such as weak, exhausted, weary, worn-out, etc. This level of tiredness will vary between individuals. Although many people are able to carry on with their normal routine, others may find it difficult to cope.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sometimes this tiredness can feel overwhelming and leave you with little energy, or motivation, for everyday tasks. Tiredness affects everyone differently.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Many people with chest, heart and stroke conditions experience tiredness or fatigue.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This fact sheet provides information, tips and strategies that you can build into your daily life to help reduce tiredness and conserve energy and ultimately it'll reduce fatigue as well. Try to accept that you will have good days as well as days when you will feel more tired.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are many things that can be done to make the problem of Tiredness more bearable. Here are some suggestions to help you cope:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Pace yourself- Give yourself time to do things. Alternate work / chores and rest by doing things in small stages. Do most energy-consuming tasks at the time of day / week when you have most energy, but be flexible and plan rest periods.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Get good quality sleep- It is important to get as good a quality of sleep as possible. A few hours deep and restorative sleep is more beneficial than hours of poor quality sleep.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Eat energy giving foods- Aim to eat a well balanced diet with foods rich in iron and vitamins (e.g. liver, spinach, fortified cereals). Slow burning carbohydrates are good as they provide energy gradually. Examples include: whole grains, pasta, rice, cereals, oats, beans and lentils. Sweets and chocolate give you a rush of energy that only lasts for a short time so try not to eat these regularly. Eating small meals more often is easier for the body to digest than 3 large meals. It also helps to provides energy more evenly throughout the day. Cook when you have more energy and freeze some of the prepared food for the days that you feel tired. Have a stock of healthy readymade meals for the days when you don't feel like cooking.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Learn to relax- Sometimes the harder you try to do something the harder it is to do, which can cause tension, anxiety and frustration. All this takes more energy. Being relaxed lets you use your energy more efficiently. You could try breathing exercises, meditation, listening to soothing music or talking to someone you trust and letting go of your anxieties.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Every day do something you enjoy- A positive attitude, outlook or experience helps enormously in boosting energy levels. Boredom is a very common trigger for feelings of tiredness. Pick up your old hobbies or try a new one and do a little every day.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have light exercise- Regular light exercises have been shown to decrease tiredness and fatigue. If you are used to regular exercise try to continue with this if you feel able. Even taking short walks in the fresh air may help to boost your energy levels. Before undertaking any gentle exercise please, consult with your doctor.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Lose weight to gain energy- If your body is carrying excess weight, it can be exhausting. It also puts extra strain on your heart, which can make you tired. Lose weight and you'll feel much more energetic. Apart from eating healthily, the best way to lose weight is to be more active and do more exercise.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Get assistance- Domestic chores use up a lot of energy and you could get help with them. Friends and family could help with shopping and housework or social services may be able to arrange help for you. It doesn't mean you are becoming dependent, it means you are using your energy to its best advantage.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Contact your family doctor- Tell your doctor how you feel and make sure you have had an up-to-date physical. Besides evaluating any medical reasons for your tiredness, your doctor also may check to see if your fatigue could be a side effect of your medication.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Talking therapy beats fatigue- There's some evidence that talking therapies such as counseling or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) might help to fight fatigue. See your GP for a referral for talking treatment on the NHS or for advice on seeing a private therapist.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some of the suggestions will be more effective for some people than others. Experiment with different combinations. Find what works best for you, plan ahead and don't be afraid to ask for help.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-86867198681640900412014-03-07T22:50:00.001-08:002014-03-07T22:50:23.019-08:00Foods That Improve Your Hair and Nails<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Gen_Wright]Gen Wright </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Eating a nutritious diet is not only important for your physical health; it can help improve your cosmetic appearance as well. While keeping a generally healthy diet can help your skin, hair, and nails look good, there are a few minerals you need to consume to ensure your hair and nails stay healthy.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Biotin</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Biotin (also known as vitamin H) is important for the strength of both your hair and your nails. For hair, it can also help keep your hair looking thick and lustrous. Having a deficiency in biotin can lead to hair that is brittle, or even cause you to lose hair. Foods that are high in biotin include cauliflower, bananas, eggs, peanuts, and salmon. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Omega-3 Fatty Acids</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Omega-3s are important for your heart health, but they can also help your hair have more shine and prevent conditions such as dandruff and dry scalp. Getting the right amount of omega-3s can also help strengthen your nails. Foods high in this nutrient include fish such as salmon, tuna and sardines as well as foods like spinach, walnuts, and flaxseed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Protein</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Your hair and nails are both made of a protein known as keratin. Eating a diet high in protein helps your body create the keratin that helps both your hair and nails grow, so it's important to ensure you are getting enough protein. This important dietary element can also give your hair and nails some extra strength. The easiest way to do this is by consuming plenty of lean red meat and chicken, though vegetable protein sources such as soybeans, whole grains, and nuts can be an important source of protein as well.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Zinc</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Zinc serves a similar function to protein when it comes to healthy hair and nails. Ensuring that you have enough zinc in your diet can cure or prevent conditions such as hair dryness and brittle nails that break easily. Foods that are high in zinc include lean beef, green beans, cashews, oysters, and soybeans.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Vitamin A</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Many people associate vitamin A with better immune function, but this vitamin is very important for your scalp health as well. Vitamin A helps your scalp produce sebum, a natural conditioning substance that keeps your hair feeling and looking healthy and shiny. To ensure you are getting plenty of vitamin A in your diet, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables such as apricots, cantaloupe, mangoes, carrots, broccoli, and spinach.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mike_John_Hall]Mike John Hall </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you plagued by niggly health issues that you can never seem to shake off? The following easy-to-implement tips will see your health levels sky rocket - from shaking off colds to lowering blood pressure!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1) Cut out the caffeine!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you need a caffeine fix to get you started in a morning, it could be that you're addicted. Too much caffeine can cause you to miss out on much-needed sleep. It can also cause headaches, anxiety and a temporary increase in blood pressure. Try drinking green tea or herbal tea for a tasty and healthier alternative to caffeine-heavy hot drinks, and fruit juice instead of drinks such as cola.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2) Try to keep stress in check!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Many of us lead stressful lives, but there are ways to alleviate stress so it doesn't overwhelm you. Listen to calming music or take deep breaths to calm yourself down. Remember, too, that overwhelm is rarely solved by trying to complete a task too quickly - take a step back for a minute or two, gather your thoughts then return to the task at hand.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3) Try to walk more!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Not only a great thing for physical health, walking can also be great for improving your mental health. So, walk short distances instead of driving (ie: to the local shops) or park the car further from your destination so there's an opportunity to stretch your legs at the end of a drive.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4) If you smoke, stop!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's hardly a secret that smoking's bad for you, but as well as taking years off your life expectancy and running the risk of contracting cancer, it also leaves you generally short of breath, with chest pains poorer skin and more susceptible to getting coughs and colds. Read Allen Carr's Easy Way To Stop Smoking if you're really struggling.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5) Drink alcohol in moderation!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A glass of red wine here and there is thought to protect against heart disease, but try not to go over the top. Aside from the damage too much alcohol can do to your body, it can also lead you to feel tired, cloud your judgement and make you depressed and anxious. Ensure you have more alcohol-free days a week than not, and don't overdo it on the others.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 6) Eat lots of fruit and vegetables!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As a general rule, the more colourful the items on the plate, the better the meal will be for you. Instead of having meals that are predominantly meat-based with a little veg on the side, aim for the other way round.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7) Cut out dairy!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Consider this: how many other animals drink the milk of another species to avoid their health being jeopardised? The answer, of course, is none, and despite the claims of many, humans don't need cow's milk to live a healthy life. For all the benefits of things milk provides, such as potassium, there are sources for it elsewhere. Too much dairy can also lead to weight-gain and high blood pressure, so explore dairy-free alternatives.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This article has given you great ways improve your health, and if you act on the information in this short article, I guarantee you won't look back.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-5428965319995944202014-03-07T11:09:00.001-08:002014-03-07T11:09:23.309-08:005 Foods That Lower Bad Cholesterol<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Oankar_Kundan]Oankar Kundan </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The holidays leave us with good memories of family gatherings and reunions with friends. It also leaves us with more: belly fat, increased blood sugar and cholesterol. People have found it a trend to go back to the healthy lifestyle after the New Year. You know this means taking those running shoes out again and choosing healthy foods.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The bright side is there are foods that lower cholesterol levels so that you do not necessarily have to stop enjoying your meals - you just need to choose wisely what foods to consume while you're trying to get back to the normal levels.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fish and Fish oil</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is heart food. Fish products are rich in omega-3 fatty acids that can naturally reduce cholesterol levels. Fish diets prevent heart attack and the risk of stroke. Fish oil, meanwhile, is said to prevent the risk of sudden death on those who already suffered from heart attacks.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Good sources of omega-3 fatty acids are salmon, mackerel, lake trout, sardines, herring, albacore tuna and halibut. This is good news for those who are on a sardine diet post-holiday season. They are on the right track. If you prefer tuna, be mindful that the bigger the fish, the higher amounts of mercury they may have.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Oatmeal and other high-fiber foods</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Try having oatmeal for breakfast instead of pancakes with butter and lots of maple syrup. Two servings of oats will lower your bad cholesterol or LDL by 5.3% in as little as six weeks. This food contains soluble fiber which has beta glucan that reduces LDL absorption into the bloodstream. Adding fruits such us apples or bananas will add 4 grams of fiber to your diet. Other sources of soluble fiber are kidney beans, pears, apples, barley and prunes.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nuts</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Studies also indicate that eating nuts is good for the heart. Walnuts, which are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, are great in keeping blood vessels healthy. Eating between 1.5 ounces - 2 ounces or 42.5 grams of nuts daily rel=nofollow [http://raphaherbs.com]lowers the LDL by 5%. Other nuts that you can include in your post-holiday diet are almonds, peanuts, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachio. Make sure that these are plain and not salted or sugar-coated. They can be used to replace foods high in saturated fats such as cheese and croutons.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This food has 13 kinds of flavonoids that prevent cell cancer, heart disease and osteoporosis. It is also rich in iron. Recommended consumption for a healthy heart is half a cup of spinach every day.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dark chocolate</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Yes, chocolate is good food after all. Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that reduce damage to the blood vessels. It can also lower high cholesterol levels. Studies indicate that consumption of this food at 100 grams daily reduces by 21 percent the risk of cardiovascular disease.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kevin_McGowan]Kevin McGowan </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Good nutrition is the foundation for a healthy lifestyle. It is essential to maintaining optimal physical and mental performance, to defending against infectious and chronic diseases, and to living a long and healthy life.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Good nutrition can help protect against chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. It can also reduce the risk of cancer, stroke, and heart attack. Additionally, it can help make you leaner and stronger, making you look younger.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Unfortunately, we as a culture are not generally well informed with regard to proper diet. Worse yet, many popular nutritional systems and "fad diets" counter good nutritional practices.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The 4 Guiding Principles of Nutrition</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Good nutrition can be simple: learn the basic principles and practice them consistently. Just like anything in life, optimizing nutrition requires knowledge and discipline. Below are guiding principles of nutrition that can be applied across a wide variety of individual needs and preferences.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Consume a well-balanced diet consisting of recommended amounts of macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fats) - The typical American diet consists of excess sugar and unhealthy fats. The well balanced diet consists of a more sensible combination of necessary macronutrients (15-25% proteins, 50-65% carbohydrates, and 20-25% fats). Each macronutrient serves essential roles within the body, so a well balanced diet must include all three (protein, carbohydrates, and fats).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Choose "healthy" proteins, fats, and carbohydrates - Within each macronutrient class, there are healthy options and unhealthy options.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Proteins - Healthy proteins include lean meats (particularly organic, grass-fed meats), eggs, and dairy (all in moderation) as well as whole-grains, beans, nuts/seeds, vegetables, and soy products.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Carbohydrates - A vast majority of carbohydrate consumption should come in the form of complex carbohydrates (whole-grains, vegetables). Avoid simple carbohydrate sources (sugars) with the only exception being fresh fruits.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fats - Healthier fats include monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats (fats from plant sources). Limit saturated fat consumption (fats from animal sources) and completely avoid trans fat consumption.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Optimize your nutritional intake by choose whole-food options over processed alternatives - Processed foods are certainly more convenient in a fast-paced society. However, refined foods are stripped of essential nutrients like vitamins and minerals. Food manufacturers fortify processed foods with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, but these added nutrients do not have the same health-preserving effects as whole-foods. Whole-foods also possess more of these essential nutrients, and the nutrients are more easily utilized within the body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Start the day with a healthy breakfast and continue to eat regularly in moderation - Eat a basic breakfast consisting of complex carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats. Continue to feed yourself every 3 to 4 hours with moderately sized meals consisting of complex carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you want more detailed information on core nutrition topics, like types of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats and what foods to eat look at Elite Men's Guide's Nutrition Page at http://elitemensguide.com/core-nutrition-articles/ for some guidance.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Elite Men's Guide Nutrition Section can be found at http://elitemensguide.com/category/lifestyle/nutrition/</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-84723391754311193262014-03-05T18:37:00.001-08:002014-03-05T18:37:26.947-08:00Reasons to Drink More Water for Optimal Living!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Sunelle_Chambers]Sunelle Chambers </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whenever you open a health-related magazine, the first thing they advise you to do is to drink more water. Just why is water so important for healthy living? Let's look at the reasons.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Firstly, water can boost your immune system which will make it easier for your body to fight diseases and illnesses such as flu and kidney stones. It is important to drink more than 8 glasses of water a day. By adding a slice of lemon to your glass of water it will not only taste more refreshing, but it can assist in fighting illnesses such as respiratory disease and arthritis.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Secondly, by drinking 8 glasses of water a day you will get clear and healthy skin. Water can help hydrate dry skin since water flushes toxins out of your body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thirdly, drinking enough water can assist in weight loss. More often than not people confuse thirst with hunger. By drinking more water you will not constantly feel hunger pangs and snack to keep your tummy full. By being hydrated it becomes easier for the fat cells to break down since there will be less toxins that hold on to fat in your body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fourthly, drinking water can reduce headaches since your body will remain hydrated all the time. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fifthly, water can make your muscles stronger by carrying oxygen to the muscles. Without sufficient water cells will lose their balance of fluids and electrolytes causing them to shrivel and under perform.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sixthly, water keeps us hydrated. Each day through exercise, breathing, urination your bodies lose water. It is important to replenish this loss of water by drinking more water otherwise you will become dehydrated.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In seventh place, H2O is good for your joints since it keeps them healthy and lubricated. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">An eighth reason to drink enough water is that water is good for your teeth since it has a neutral pH value which means it won't hurt your teeth unlike carbonated drinks which eats away at your teeth over time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In ninth place, H2O aids digestion and constipation since it increases your metabolism and keeps you regular.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The tenth reason to drink more water is to reduce the risk of cancer since water dilutes cancer-causing agents within your body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To get the maximum benefit from drinking water, filtered water is better for drinking purposes. Filtered water has less contaminants that could harm your body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ultimately drinking enough H2O can save you money since a healthy body requires less medical intervention.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One easy way to make sure you get enough liquid in on a daily basis is by using water filtering bottles. These types of bottles make it easy to have drink enough liquids since you can take it with you wherever you go!</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-37919595599502004212014-03-05T18:26:00.002-08:002014-03-05T18:26:48.121-08:003 Things You Can Do Today To Be A Healthier You!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Karen_E_Sullivan]Karen E Sullivan </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian or following Beyonce's latest diet trend, here are three things you can do today to be a healthier you!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 - Pick an 8 Hour Window to Eat Your Meals In </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Or as the caveman would do, eat when the suns up and stop eating after its gone down. Giving your body time at night (fasting) to digest the food you've eaten throughout the day and to burn off all the stored fat you've accumulated over the years can be very beneficial. Plus nobody wants to fall asleep with a full stomach. The same goes for the morning too. If you know you're getting dinner with friends at 6pm, try to hold off as long has you can before you break your fast (breakfast... get it?). Having breakfast at 10:30 am will enable you to stick to that 8 hour window (assuming you're done eating at 6:30pm).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2- Order Your Coffee Half Decaf</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We all know the coffee habit isn't good for us and yet it's so hard to break (I'm with ya on this one). Ordering/brewing half decaf coffee will not only help you eventually kick the habit, but it will also make you less irritable and allow you to sleep better at night. There are also tons of fake coffee options that makes the transition easier too!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 - Have Fruit for Breakfast</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Okay so I know it sounds like I'm shamelessly plugging Fruitspire (because I am), but adding fruit to your diet is perfect for everyone. But why is having it for breakfast so important? Fruit is designed to move right through you, so having it on an empty stomach leaves a clear pathway for that to happen. This will not only help you if you're someone who has "bathroom troubles" but it will also prevent bloating, constipation, and gas. Think about it, if you have food sitting in your intestinal track and then you eat fruit which is designed to pass right through ya like a freight train, imagine the traffic jam? Then it will start to ferment inside you the same way an apple browns when it sits on your plate after you've bitten into it... no good and one of the reasons why fruit gets such a bad rap.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There you have it. Three simple things you can do today to be a healthier you! Which one are you trying? Share below!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 - Pick an 8 Hour Window to Eat Your Meals In </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2- Order Your Coffee Half Decaf</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 - Have Fruit for Breakfast</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Horace_Calvert]Horace Calvert </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Got your Attention? I don't want to disappoint you, but this article is about how to have better health so you can have better sex. No sales pitches for little colored pills, "performance enhancing" drugs or supplements, exercise programs, aromas to set the mood, etc. Living a healthy lifestyle, eating right and getting all the nutrients you need positions you to have what it takes for better sex.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What Affects Our Health?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are a number of factors that affect our health. What we eat, how we sleep, how much exercise we get, how we work, what medications we take, our genetic makeup - all contribute to our overall health. We can try to eat right (as defined by whom?) but it is extremely unlikely that we will get all we need for optimum health. Busy schedules, kids, work, activities all manage to sidetrack a consistent nutrition program. Many of us compensate by taking multi-vitamins, and some of us even do some research and create our own supplemental nutrition program, spending who knows how much at the vitamin stores.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Multi-Vitamin Myth</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Multi-vitamin companies tell us that a modified "one size fits all" strategy is what we need. There are multi's for men, women, seniors, active lifestyles - all sorts of general groups. Is everyone in those groups the same - do they eat the same foods, participate in the same activities, take the same medications? Not likely.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Drug/Nutrient Interactions</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Drug and supplement interactions are something to pay particular attention to. Thousands of studies have been undertaken to analyze what these interactions are, and how they affect us. They can be positive, negative or neutral. Understanding them all could be a lifetime undertaking. If you are taking any type of medication and are not careful in your selection of supplements, you run the risk of adversely affecting your health.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are Any Of Us The Same?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It has been proven that our genetic makeup affects what nutrients we need, and how nutrients are used by our bodies. Ever heard of an exact DNA match? Everyone is different, and their bodies have different requirements. So why shouldn't we have an individually designed nutrient supplement program?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If we take the time to study up a bit, and go to the vitamin store, we are faced with an overwhelming array of vitamins and supplements to choose from. Store staff will steer you towards particular brands they have some familiarity with, and might even know a little about drug/nutrient interactions, but they are typically not a wealth of knowledge. You most likely will spend more money than you need to, and not get the optimum supplement combination for you.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-57196047470819846412014-03-03T17:57:00.001-08:002014-03-03T17:57:58.571-08:00The Top 5 Stress Fighting Foods<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Top 5 Stress Fighting Foods</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Megan_A_Ware]Megan A Ware </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While you may have already heard that exercise is extremely effective at treating depression, anxiety and stress, did you know that the foods you consume can also be used to boost your mood and relieve stress?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A research group in the UK recently launched The Food and Mood Project, which helped to identify "food stressors" and "food supporters," that either exacerbate stress or help to relieve it.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nearly 90% of the projects' participants reported that their mental health had improved significantly with changes in diet.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Participants reported that cutting down or avoiding "food stressors" like sugar, caffeine, alcohol and chocolate had the most impact on mental health, along with consuming more "food supporters" like water, fruits and veggies and oil-rich fish.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you're feeling stressed or need a boost in your mood, try incorporating these Top 5 Stress-Fighting Foods into your diet:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Heart-healthy nuts such as almonds and walnuts contain tryptophan, an amino acid which helps to promote relaxation and boost serotonin, low levels of which can contribute to moodiness and depression.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Leafy greens like spinach and kale are great sources of magnesium, a mineral which helps improve your body's response to stress and may even prevent migraine headaches.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Fruits that are high in vitamin C, like oranges, which help to fight stress-related free radicals.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Omega-3 rich fish like salmon and albacore tuna can also boost serotonin levels and regulate anxiety related hormones like cortisol.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Foods that are high in B-vitamins, such as eggs and oatmeal, which can combat stress by maintaining nerves and brain cells health and by converting food into energy for the body.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-17930911149508712752014-03-03T17:51:00.000-08:002014-03-03T17:51:03.864-08:00How to Fuel Up With The Right Amount of Protein<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How to Fuel Up With The Right Amount of Protein</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Megan_A_Ware]Megan A Ware </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Building and toning muscle happens when you do resistance exercises that challenge your muscles, not from eating excess protein. Consuming extra protein doesn't mean you'll build more muscle, it only means you'll burn more protein as a fuel source.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you have meat and other animal products with most of your meals, you're probably already getting plenty of protein with your average daily intake. Most Americans are actually eating about 1.5- 2 times the recommended dietary allowance for protein. The problem is that the majority of this extra protein are coming from animal products that are often high in calories and lacking in the nutritional benefits that other plant-based proteins provide. Any excess protein is burned for energy or stored as fat.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Humans do not have the ability to keep extra protein stores on hand, so we need to consume adequate protein each day, evenly distributed throughout the day. For optimal muscle building and toning, try to eat 20-25 grams of protein at each meal. Our bodies can only utilize about 20-25 grams of protein at one time and any excess is waste product. Eating no protein throughout the day then eating three chicken breasts for dinner with 60 grams of protein isn't nearly as effective as spreading the 60 grams out throughout the day. If you find that 20-25 grams is too much, break it down to 10-15 grams at meals and maybe 5-10 grams at snacks or after your workout.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As for protein powders and bars and such, why not use real foods instead of supplements? Natural foods contain protein the way nature intended. We don't know the half of the science behind the way the components of a whole food (food in it's natural state) interacts in our bodies and gives us benefits as opposed to "food" engineered in a lab.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Following exercise, the body needs to repair and generate growth to the muscles and restore energy. A combination of carbohydrates and protein is a perfect choice. Eating within 30-45 minutes after exercise is a great window of time for repair.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A whole grain English muffin with peanut butter or berries and Greek yogurt are two examples of great post workout snacks that encompass both complex carbohydrates, healthy fat and protein. Experiment with different combinations of foods as your body will let you know what works best for before and after workouts.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Don't get your nutrition advice from a friend's Facebook post or a blogger with no credentials-- make sure your information is coming from a respected nutrition professional, a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. The reason there is so much conflicting information out there is because of those individuals trying claiming to be nutrition experts when they've had no proper education or scientific background to understand the body and it's complicated interactions and relationship with food. To learn more visit my website-- [http://www.meganwarerd.com]http://www.meganwarerd.com.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-37171861670274387962014-03-03T17:43:00.001-08:002014-03-03T17:43:31.818-08:008 Ways to Start Being Healthier In Just One Week<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Simon_Field]Simon Field </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you haven't been living a healthy lifestyle, just thinking about making some changes to become healthier can seem a little overwhelming. Some people put off getting healthier because they think it is too much work and they will not be able to do it. However, changing just a few things in one week can get you started on a much healthier journey. The benefits will add up if you take the time to change just a few things in one week. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Drink more water to keep your cells hydrated. Water is essential to stay healthy and to keep your body working at its best. Everyone should drink at least eight glasses of water a day. Keep a little chart of how much water you drink per day. If you are drinking less than eight glasses, you need to make a little effort to drink more throughout the day. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Take better care of your mouth. Having unhealthy teeth and gums can actually affect the rest of your body's health. If you have not seen a dentist in a while, make an appointment for a checkup and cleaning. In the meantime, make sure you are brushing your teeth at least twice a day. Use a mouthwash to get rid of the leftover germs in your mouth.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Read the labels on your food. Before you grab just anything at the supermarket, look at the label and determine how much of it is healthy. It is best to choose food items that are lower in fat. You should also choose foods with ingredients that you understand and recognize. If you aren't sure what you are putting in your body, you need to educate yourself about it before eating it anymore.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cut back on eating take out. There are times that everyone has when they simply do not have the time or energy to cook. However, you do not have to order out to get food. Make some healthy meals ahead of time that can be thrown into the microwave or oven, or eat food that does not have to be cooked. Fruits and fresh veggies can be a great snack or quick meal if you do not have a lot of time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Take longer walks to get where you are going. You can park a little farther away from the office to get a longer walk out of the parking arrangement. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Consider any chance to move a little more to be a bonus. Challenge yourself to find these bonus moments and to make the most of them. They will add up throughout the week. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Swap one processed food item for a healthy option a day. Instead of eating a bag of chips, consider eating dried fruit or crunchy carrots. There are always options that you can choose if you stop buying as many processed foods and more natural and healthy foods.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Start taking a multivitamin if your doctor allows it. Multivitamins can fill in the gaps where your diet has left nutrition to be desired. They cannot take the place of what you eat, but they can help add to what you have already eaten. Make sure you follow the directions on the label.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Go to bed an hour earlier. To remain healthy, your body needs to have enough sleep. If you are not getting enough sleep, you are not going to have the energy or motivation you need to start living a little healthier. Going to bed just a little earlier at night can help you feel better throughout your busy days. Just sleeping a little more can give your body a healthy boost.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-18495808722802388312014-03-01T23:21:00.002-08:002014-03-01T23:21:30.814-08:004 Nutrition and Fitness Facts That You Probably Didn't Know<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 Nutrition and Fitness Facts That You Probably Didn't Know</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=J._R._Anderson]J. R. Anderson </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These days there is so much junk that clogs up the internet in regards to fitness that it's hard to keep up. With new research coming out daily, it's difficult because what you know now can be obsolete tomorrow. Let's look at four of the more interesting tidbits that we all should be more educated about.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. How many should I cut to lose weight?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are roughly 3500 calories in one pound of body weight. So if you were to have a 500 calorie a day deficit in your diet then you could potentially lose a pound per week. That being said, as you cut your calories to a certain extent your metabolism starts to slow down. Instead of cutting 500 calories form your diet; try cutting only 200 calories (1800 daily calories). This sets yourself up for a more sustainable weight loss that can take you further then quick diet restriction. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Can I spot-train to burn specific regions of fat?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nope you sure can't! Doing all those crunches will not reduce the fat specifically from the abs but it will cause muscle growth there. Through your diet you can decrease the fat throughout your body which will help the muscles underneath that region show more. That is exactly how you get toned. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Are all supplements the same?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">First and foremost, multivitamins are great for overall health and immune function. The problem is that many multivitamins are not absorbed very well by the digestive system because they are synthetics. Likewise, a Consumer Report study indicated that almost all store-bought pill multivitamins were practically the same; so buy the cheap stuff! An alternative is liquid multivitamins. They are easier to take for those that have problems swallowing pills and they have been found to be absorbed faster (already dissolved and ready to use) then pills.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Should obese individuals start-off with running?</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Obese individuals should not start off on a running routine because it can lead to injury and dropout from the exercise routine. Being obese puts more pressure on your joints, especially when running on pavement; the constant joint pounding can cause injury. Starting out too hard too fast can cause the individual to be sore or just quit the program. One way to begin is by briskly walking for 45 minutes each day until you build up your exercise efficiently and lose body weight. Eventually you can progress into a running routine. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Conclusion</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">New research always is coming to light that shapes our views on fitness. Keep these four topics in mind next time you are trying to lose weight, choose a multivitamin, or develop an exercise plan!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jennifer_L_Blair]Jennifer L Blair </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Too much of anything is bad for you. Dieticians and physicians have been saying for years that butter and margarine are unhealthy for us, but yet many people still use them as their preferred spread for bread, toast and crackers. It doesn't have to be this way though. There are plenty of delicious and low fat alternatives to butter and margarine that many people don't even consider. Read on for a look at five delicious low fat alternatives to butter and margarine.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Avocado is a delicious and healthy alternative. This alternative is easily spread on bread, toast, crackers, as an addition to a sandwich or as a simple snack. Avocado will give your ordinary food a kick of something new, and it's very healthy too. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Olive oil is an excellent alternative. While butter and margarine is loaded with saturated fat, olive oil is much healthier alternative. Olive oil is great to dip bread in, as a marinade for chicken, fish and meat, over pasta and even in a salad. Don't let butter or margarine hike up your saturated fat count; instead let olive oil transform your dish.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cottage Cheese</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This may sound like a strange addition to this list, but cottage cheese is a worthy substitute. Cottage cheese is rich in calcium and offers a delicious taste that you otherwise would not find with butter and margarine. Cottage cheese can be found right in the dairy section of your supermarket. Just walk past the butter or margarine on your way.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Peanut butter is an old favorite. Any adult or child who doesn't have a nut allergy will likely have fond things to say about peanut butter. Well guess what? It's healthy, too. Peanut butter can invigorate a dish, create a filling snack and tastes great on bread, toast and crackers. Do you remember all those peanut butter and jelly sandwiches that your Mom fed you when you were young? They were for your own good.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Light Cream Cheese</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Light cream cheese is another addition to this list that may surprise you. Light cream cheese is actually a healthy alternative to butter and margarine. Note that this only applies to the light version. Light cream cheese has significantly less saturated fat than butter or margarine and it has a delicious sour taste to it that can help bring breakfast, desserts or other dishes to life. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you are looking for alternatives to butter and margarine, look for healthy options that can help bring your dishes to life. With so many options on the market such as Dijon mustard, low fat ranch dressing, low fat mayonnaise and more, you will likely never look at butter or margarine the same way again. Why opt for a spread that is loaded with saturated fat when you can select a spread that is delicious and features a low fat content? This list is just the tip of the iceberg, and there are plenty of options on the market for you to choose from.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Top 5 Stress Fighting Foods</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Megan_A_Ware]Megan A Ware </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While you may have already heard that exercise is extremely effective at treating depression, anxiety and stress, did you know that the foods you consume can also be used to boost your mood and relieve stress?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A research group in the UK recently launched The Food and Mood Project, which helped to identify "food stressors" and "food supporters," that either exacerbate stress or help to relieve it.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nearly 90% of the projects' participants reported that their mental health had improved significantly with changes in diet.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Participants reported that cutting down or avoiding "food stressors" like sugar, caffeine, alcohol and chocolate had the most impact on mental health, along with consuming more "food supporters" like water, fruits and veggies and oil-rich fish.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you're feeling stressed or need a boost in your mood, try incorporating these Top 5 Stress-Fighting Foods into your diet:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Heart-healthy nuts such as almonds and walnuts contain tryptophan, an amino acid which helps to promote relaxation and boost serotonin, low levels of which can contribute to moodiness and depression.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Leafy greens like spinach and kale are great sources of magnesium, a mineral which helps improve your body's response to stress and may even prevent migraine headaches.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Fruits that are high in vitamin C, like oranges, which help to fight stress-related free radicals.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Omega-3 rich fish like salmon and albacore tuna can also boost serotonin levels and regulate anxiety related hormones like cortisol.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Foods that are high in B-vitamins, such as eggs and oatmeal, which can combat stress by maintaining nerves and brain cells health and by converting food into energy for the body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Greg_Bastin]Greg Bastin </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Avocado - With a creamy texture and rich taste, avocados offer many health benefits.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They contain mostly monounsaturated fat that is easily used for energy. Avocados have 20 critical nutrients like vitamins C, E, B, fiber, potassium, and more. Monounsaturated fat is a "good fat" which can cut cholesterol and lower the risk of stroke and heart disease when replacing other fats.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">People who eat avocados have an improved overall diet quality, nutrient intake, and a reduced risk of metabolic syndrome compared to those who don't. The thick outer skin protects the inner fruit from pesticides so they are one of the safest foods to buy non-organic.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tea - Green tea just might be the healthiest beverage in the world.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It can benefit nearly every system of the body including the heart, brain, and more along with boosting fat loss.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Its health benefits come primarily through polyphenols, commonly called catechins. Tea also has caffeine and theanine for smooth energy. The most potent catechins, EGCG, may help fight against free radicals. Tea consumption can improve alertness, mood, and attention.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Leafy Green Vegetables( kale, spinach, broccoli...) - Leafy green vegetables are one of the most concentrated sources of nutrition.(per calorie) They have many minerals (magnesium, calcium, potassium, manganese, and iron), vitamins (B, C, E, and K) and fiber.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Leafy greens have a variety of valuable phytonutrients like beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Dark green leaves even contain small amounts of omega-3 fats. Every vegetable offers unique nutrition so enjoy a wide variety.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Coconut oil - Coconut oil is one of the most versatile oils around.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The MCT's, medium chain fatty acids, in coconut oil are more efficiently used for energy than other fatty acids, proteins, starches, or sugars.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is important to know that saturated fatty acids are not linked to cholesterol or an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The initial research was based around small poorly designed trials. Recent large scale studies have not shown any correlation between heart disease and saturated fats. Coconut oil is comprised of up to 90% saturated fats. The lipid composition of coconut oil actually promotes a healthy ratio of cholesterol with studies showing an improved LDL:HDL ratio.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Coconut oil can even limit abdominal fat gain when used as a replacement for other highly processed and oxidized vegetable oils.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Get lasting energy from coconut oil.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dark Chocolate - Dark Chocolate contains key nutrients that provide numerous health benefits.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Choose minimal processing when looking for chocolate, the closest to the raw cacao bean. Look for at least 70%+ cacao for the maximum benefits.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dark chocolate is rich in many nutrients and powerful antioxidants. It has an excellent fatty acid profile of mostly saturated and monounsaturated fats which provide natural energy. Dark chocolate can improve several important risk factors for heart disease, protect the skin against sun-induced damage, and help improve brain function.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chia Seeds - The chia seed packs an incredible amount of nutrition into a small seed. They are excellent sources of fiber, protein, omega 3 fatty acids, minerals, and antioxidants.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Just 2 tbsp of chia seeds has as much calcium as a half-cup of milk, 5 times more omega-3's than 1/4-cup of walnuts, as much potassium as a 1/3 of a banana, and double the fiber of a cup of oatmeal.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chia seeds are incredibly versatile. They are great in nearly any beverage, smoothie, salad, or yogurt.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Grass Fed Butter - Grass fed butter contains more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and healthy fats than conventional butter. Good fats are extremely healthy and we don't do well without them.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's deep rich yellow color means it's full of carotene and vitamin A. To top if off, It tastes better than ordinary butter. Put it on nearly anything for a great taste and enjoy the remarkable health benefits.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wild Caught Salmon - Wild salmon is one of the most beneficial foods in the world.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They swim around free, eating what nature intended. Because of this, wild salmon are much better for you than farm raised salmon. Wild caught salmon has more healthy fats, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants like astaxanthin.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A healthy diet contains a balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation, while some omega-6 fatty acids promote inflammation. Shockingly, the average american diet contains 10 - 25 times more omega-6 fatty acids than omega-3 fatty acids.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Farmed salmon have a poor quality diet. Because they don't eat what nature intended, they have much more omega 6 fatty acids. The omega 3 to omega 6 ratio is typically have 6 to 10 times higher in wild caught salmon than farm raised salmon.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How can you tell the difference? The flesh of wild salmon is bright red/orange, courtesy of its natural astaxanthin content. Farmed salmon is often very pale and food dyes are used for color. Wild caught salmon is also leaner with thinner white strips of fat. If the fish has white/pale flesh with wide fat marks, it is probably farmed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Grass Fed Beef - Grass fed meat and grain fed meat are completely different foods. An animal's diet can have a huge impact on the quality of nutrition.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Grass-fed cows get more nutritious food that cows were meant to eat. Grass fed beef has more antioxidants, omega 3's, CLA's, minerals, and vitamins than conventionally raised grain fed beef.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The longer an animal feeds on grains the more the omega 3 and CLA content deteriorates. Grass fed beef has 2-6 times the amount of omega 3 fatty acids compared to grain fed. Many people already get too many omega 6 fatty acids and don't get enough omega 3 fatty acids in their diet.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ten Reasons Why We Should Drink Beer</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Saso_Gjorevski]Saso Gjorevski </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So the 10 reasons why it is effective are:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Stronger Bones</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Beer contains high levels of silicon, which is good for bone health.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Namely recent research shows that silicon and phytoestrogens contained in beer are essential for bone health. If you drink beer in moderate doses, then you feed the bones and prevents the risk of osteoporosis and chronic degenerative disease characterized by progressive deterioration of bone structure and frequent bone fractures.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Specifically, silicon plays an important role in the formation and maintenance of bones and relief of their mineralization.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In experiments on animals additional doses of silicon resulted in an increased bone density and bone strength. Food sources of silicon are beer, whole grains, pseudo - cereals, especially millet and beans. The silicon in the form of silicon dioxide is a common food additive, but has limited intestinal absorption, and not always enters the blood and reaches the site of action as silicon from beer.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In order to maximally exploit the benefits of beer you need to drink it in moderation doses. For women are allowed around 0.33 liters per day, while men can drink 0.65 liters of beer a day, normally with 4.5-5 percent of alcohol. In fruit beers limit is double bigger than at beer containing alcohol. Again, when it is a non-alcoholic beer than the recommended dose is the same as with other soft drinks (about 1 liter).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Stronger Heart</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Half a liter of beer a day reduces the risk of heart disease by 30 percent, because it increases levels of " good" cholesterol, which prevents clogging of arteries.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Healthy kidneys</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Scientists from Finland have been apart beer from other alcoholic beverages since they found that beer significantly reduces the risk of kidney stones.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- It strengthens the brain</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The study conducted in 2005 on 11,000 older women showed that women who drink moderate amounts of beer on tests of mental ability have scores as they are 18 months younger.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Reduces risk of cancer</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Portuguese study found that marinated cutlets in beer for 70 percent have reduced cancer substances that are created when meat is fried in a pan.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Increases the level of vitamins</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Those who drink beer have 30 percent higher levels of vitamin B6 in their blood than people who do not drink, and more than double than those who drink wine. Beer also contains vitamin B12 and folic acid.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Protects against heart attack</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Researchers at Harvard University found that moderate amounts of alcohol, including beer, help prevent blood clots that block blood flow to the heart, neck and brain and cause a stroke.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Reduces the risk of diabetes</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A study conducted in 2011 among 38,000 middle-aged men found that drinking beer reduces the risk of diabetes by 25 percent.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Lowers blood pressure</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Research on 70,000 women between 25 and 40 years showed that beer is better than wine in lowering blood pressure.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">- Prolongs Life</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In some researches about rel=nofollow [http://healthylifetricks.blogspot.com/2014/02/healthy-alcoholic-drinks.html]healthy alcoholic drinks in 2005 it is found that people who drink beer moderately live longer, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Beer is a natural and biologically balanced product that can be counted as a liquid healthy food. The energy value of a liter of beer fits the energy value of a liter of whole milk. Many doctors agree that small amounts of beer (half liter per day) favorably affect some serious diseases and prevent the occurrence of others. However, you should drink carefully, as it contains a certain percentage of alcohol.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How to Stay Healthy on a Budget</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Greg_Bastin]Greg Bastin </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's easier to stay healthy on a budget than you might think.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Shop Bulk - Bulk foods cost much less than their individually packaged counterparts</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You get a lot more for your money without the packaging, labeling, and advertising.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bulk foods need less energy to produce and cut the amount of waste going into landfills.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some of the most common items found in bulk include: beans, cereals, confectionaries, flours, grains, herbs, spices, nuts, oils, pastas, sweeteners, coffees, teas, laundry detergents, and soaps.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You can split large bulk purchases between friends and family for easily managed portions.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Buy Local - Connect with your local farmers.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's often cheaper than buying from the grocery store and much healthier. If you can, take a trip to the farm. Visiting the farm brings out a much deeper connection to the food you eat.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I spent hours touring Greener Grass Farms and it was incredibly informative and entertaining. They put a lot of care into raising happy animals that have everything needed to thrive. If you are near southwest Michigan I highly recommend visiting. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ditch the Gym Membership - Most gym goers spend nearly $55 a month for a membership that can go unused for months at a time. 2 out of 3 people with gym memberships never use them. About $12 billion is spent annually on unused gym memberships.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you are not using your gym membership, cancel it.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You can get a great workout at home doing exercises like push ups, squats, and pull ups. There are many free yoga or fitness programs online to get yourself in great shape that only need some open space.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Many communities offer walking or biking trails, tennis courts, and pools for a low-cost or free. Take advantage of everything around you to get active and in shape.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Garden - Growing your own food is like printing your own money. It also provides the freshest and highest quality food. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You don't need to dig up your back yard, either. A window box or houseplants are a great way to start.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A growing number of studies find mental and physical health benefits that extend far beyond the exercise and fresh air.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Simply looking at a garden can generate changes in blood pressure, heart activity, muscle tension, and brain electrical activity. Gardens look beautiful and invoke calming, happy emotions, plus they save money.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Buy Frozen - Frozen foods can have as much or more nutrition than fresh foods. This is because they are picked when they are perfectly ripe and flash frozen to lock in the nutrients.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fresh produce is priced seasonally. In season it's cheap, when it's not it's expensive. One of the biggest bargains is frozen spinach, a $1 bag in the freezer is equal to ~$5 of fresh spinach.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03318837328087885975noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5698456333712289045.post-82950642800354866982014-03-01T21:23:00.003-08:002014-03-01T21:23:46.628-08:008 Supercharged Foods<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8 Supercharged Foods</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=J._R._Anderson]J. R. Anderson </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you feeling worn down and fatigued? Before you reach for that energy drink try some of these all natural supercharged energy foods to put that pep back in your step!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Eggs - Eggs contain a ton of protein and numerous vitamins including many B-vitamins and vitamin D in a small package. Vitamin D helps keep your immune system running smoothly while B-vitamins help convert food into energy. Talk about a substantial energy boost.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Sweet potato - Being a carbohydrate, sweet potatoes pack a punch when it comes to energy. They help fuel the body in the form of glucose which energizes the brain and central nervous system (plus a bunch of other functions). The high carb load of sweet potatoes along with its load of vitamin A and C will help you stave off fatigue any time of the day with a perfect snack.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Honey - Want nature's natural energy drink? Try a spoon full of honey! It helps refuel and replenish muscles during and after a workout due to it acting as a time released sweetener.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Bananas -Bananas are loaded with fructose, sucrose, and glucose, this can provide a substantial boost of energy. But combine this with its high fiber load and you get a sustained boost of energy.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Spinach - This food rocks! Spinach is one of the most nutrient dense foods there is. Loaded with iron, vitamin C, and antioxidants spinach provides a great energy boost by replenishing any nutrients you may be running low on which helps make the body run more smoothly, leaving you feeling revitalized!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. Beans -Beans offer your protein and the energy boost of a carbohydrate! Likewise, beans are loaded with fiber meaning they will stick with you longer, balancing out your energy level. Plus they are loaded with magnesium and iron which can help boost energy levels.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Nuts - Nuts are of America's favorite snacks and for good reason. Nuts provide a ton of nutrients like manganese, riboflavin, copper, selenium, vitamin E and a good dose of heart healthy omega-3s. These nutrients will help your revitalize and reboost one handful at a time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. Yogurt - Protein plus calcium plus magnesium, yogurt offers a plethora of options that help energize us. Magnesium is crucial for energy release while the protein helps us stay fuller longer.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bonus Supercharger: Exercise - Get out and exercise. Exercise is one of the best energy boosters there is. It gets your blood pumping, oxygen flowing and endorphins releasing to cause you to feel more energized but also just gives you a greater sense of well being. An endorphin rush can go a long way!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Benefits Of Eating Spicy Food</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Patel_J]Patel J </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is a widely accepted notion that eating spicy food is bad for health, but many spicy food lovers will disagree and claim that eating hot food have not done them any ill so far. It has been a topic of debate for many years and now even the medical community has agreed that certain components of hot foods actually are good for health. But we cannot forget the fact that no food is magic and eating balanced is very important. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Capsaicin which is generally a part of almost all spicy food does have health benefits. Other ingredients such as turmeric, mustard seeds and coriander which appear in the spicy food in some regions of the world also have additional health benefits. One of the most widely accepted claims is that these ingredients promote sweating in the body, open the sinuses and encourages expectoration, which is why many people recommend eating hot spicy food in cold. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some studies have even suggested that spicy food is very good for the brain. People who indulge in eating s food have less chances of developing a degenerative brain i their later years. S food also helps with depression and migraine. By eating spicy food you can also have increased metabolism which helps in processing the food more quickly and eventually helps in weight loss.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some even belief that S. food helps in pain management. The internal inflammation can also be healed quickly if you eat hot food. Spicy food also increases the blood circulation in the body and for people suffering from low blood pressure, it can be used a supplement for blood pressure management.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Scientific studies even show that by regularly eating chillies and curry, the risk of the cancer is reduced. Capsaicin slows down the growth of cancer cells and in some cases even kills the cancer cells without harming the other good cells. In countries like India and Mexico where the food is generally high in spices, it has been observed that people tend to have lower rates of some cancers.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As per an Australian researcher it was found that people who indulge in eating s food do not have any sleeping problem and fall in sleep easily. They even have more energy throughout the day.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Even though the benefits of eating s food are many, people with a sensitive stomach should be more careful and eat moderate spicy food. S food is mostly liked by many people as it increases the flavour of the food. Many cultures all across the world have spicy dishes to stimulate and excite your taste buds. These spicy ingredients add heat and flavour to your daily food for you to enjoy. But remember excess of anything can be harmful and can have adverse effect. Therefore, be wise and stay healthy.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Benefits Of Almond Milk</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kum_Martin]Kum Martin </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Almond milk has many benefits and hence, it serves as good alternative to dairy milk. It has low fat content and replete with calcium and vitamins. It is very good to prevent all kinds of heart diseases and even cancer. It is also very good for proper functioning of the brain, and helps in controlling the blood sugar levels. The milk can easily be used in the daily diet. Almond not only has health benefits, but it also assists in improving the skin and enhances the appearance of the skin. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some of the benefits of almond milk are discussed in further details below.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The milk has a nutty flavor and tastes excellent. It is powered with essential nutrients and multivitamins. It is considered better than dairy or soy milk because of its low calorie content. It is also excellent for those suffering from lactose intolerance. It is free from all kinds of saturated fats, fiber and cholesterol. One can consume almond milk on a daily basis since. It is an excellent source of protein and consuming it on a daily basis will ensure that you get your daily requirement of protein without any problems. One of the good things about almond milk is that it contains very little sugar and hence, it helps in regulating the blood sugar level. It is also full of calcium and Vitamin D. These are a must for maintaining optimum bone health. One cannot miss its utility in maintaining skin texture. The Vitamin C present in the milk helps to lock in the natural moisture of the skin and thereby, keeping the skin soft and supple. The milk also has a fair amount of Vitamin A, which improves the functioning of eyes. Lastly, the milk also assists in building up the body muscles.</span><br />
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