Now that January has passed and the initial bunch of New Year's resolutioners are well into there new healthier lifestyle, the next few months are just as important as taking the first step and starting an exercise program. Most people are always looking for the quickest way to lose weight without having to put a lot of work into the process. There are numerous fad diets on the market and most people who have tried one diet have tried several if not all of them on the market. I thought there are 5 Signs that you are taking your diet too far. 1. If your diet is keeping you away from your … [Read more...] about How do you know when your taking dieting too far?
A Big Bet on Gluten-Free
It seems like every other day there is a new fad diet on the marketplace and people are flocking to the latest trends in nutrition. There are a good number of individuals that have digestive issues related to products that contain gluten in them. The problem with Gluten-free is that it is very difficult to maintain that lifestyle indefinitely because many restaurants do not cater to this particular lifestyle. This article by Stephanie Strom discusses the trend to go Gluten-free in the food industry and why we are so concerned with our digestive health nowadays. The Girl Scouts recently … [Read more...] about A Big Bet on Gluten-Free
WORLD electronics Biggest Loser Challenge for 2014
As we come to an end of January 2014, we are starting a new challenge called WORLD's Biggest Loser. Now many individuals have seen the tv show, where overweight contestants go to an undisclosed location for a certain amount of time and have access to a state-of-the-art facility where two or three trainers work with these individuals to lose weight. You have probably scene images of a trainer yelling at a contestant and trying to motivate them to stay focused on the goal of becoming the Biggest Loser. As with many television shows they are designed to be dramatic and engaging so that a person … [Read more...] about WORLD electronics Biggest Loser Challenge for 2014
Are Nuts a Weight-Loss Aid?
If you read the fitness magazines, typically there are at least two or three articles touting the benefits of consuming nuts as part of your regular regimen. As with most discussions, there are two sides and each has a valid point. On the one hand they offer far more nutritional value than things like cupcakes, cookies, chips, and pretzels. On the other side of the coin, if you eat too many nuts in a sitting you can rack up a ton of calories for your daily consumption. In this article Michael Moss discusses the pros and cons of utilizing nuts as a staple in your nutritional lifestyle. WEST … [Read more...] about Are Nuts a Weight-Loss Aid?
Whole Foods Won’t Sell Chobani Greek Yogurt as of Early Next Year
I know a very large amount of individuals use the Chobani brand of greek yogurt as part of their daily nutritional regimen. In the next year, the Whole Foods Company will not sell this brand any more. As Stephanie Strom discusses, there are a variety of reasons for this decision being made. Several years ago the Chobani brand was the only player in the marketplace, but like with most things that are successful there are now a more bountiful selection of greek yogurts to choose from. Together, Whole Foods and Chobani have become two of the biggest success stories in the food business in the … [Read more...] about Whole Foods Won’t Sell Chobani Greek Yogurt as of Early Next Year
How ‘Good Cholesterol’ Stops Inflammation
High cholesterol levels are seen as a cause of dangerous deposits in the bloodstream, which lead to hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis). As a consequence, thrombosis, strokes, and heart attacks can develop, which are among the leading causes of death in Western society. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is commonly referred to as the "bad cholesterol," because it promotes atherosclerosis. In contrast, the "good cholesterol," high-density lipoprotein (HDL), helps transport excess cholesterol out of the bloodstream and can counteract an inflammatory reaction in damaged vessel walls. "It … [Read more...] about How ‘Good Cholesterol’ Stops Inflammation
Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Diet Costs About $1.50 More Per Day
The healthiest diets cost about $1.50 more per day than the least healthy diets, according to new research from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH). The finding is based on the most comprehensive examination to date comparing prices of healthy foods and diet patterns vs. less healthy ones. The study will be published online December 5, 2013 in BMJ (British Medical Journal) Open. "People often say that healthier foods are more expensive, and that such costs strongly limit better diet habits," said lead author Mayuree Rao, a junior research fellow in the Department of Epidemiology at HSPH. … [Read more...] about Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Diet Costs About $1.50 More Per Day
Have a Seat and Start Working Out
As the year 2013 comes to a close, there have been many changes to the health insurance industry and everyone is scrambling to try to sort through the mess. No one truly knows what the next year will hold for health insurance for individuals of all backgrounds across America. The one thing people do have control over is their health and companies are now pursuing healthier employees because there are so many numerous upsides to having an employee who is healthy. This article by Shivani Vora discusses another option for employees by being able to utilize a stability ball for their desk … [Read more...] about Have a Seat and Start Working Out