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676. Nutrition For Natural Stress Relief By Ben Douglas
     We’ve all had stress at one point in our life or another. There are some types of stress that are healthy and beneficial to life. Unfortunately, the majority of the stress we encounter in today’s world is destructive and may even help to shorten our lives.According to a study done at Duke University’s Medical center and reported to the American Journal of Cardiology, a link can be found between an “aggressive” personality and the likelihood of death in people younger than age 61 who currentl…



677. Ten Top Tips for Healthier Lunchboxes By Vikki Scovell
     Kids adore ‘kid food’- fun, colorful, mini-size, cartoon-covered, ready-made, TV-advertised tasty snacks that are easy to buy and convenient to pack into a lunch box. Unfortunately these foods are usually packed with bad nutrition- fat, sugar, salt and additives. Even the foods which appeal to you as a parent because they claim to be healthy are usually expensive and almost always unhealthy. Often pester power wins, and because other children are allowed chocolate biscuits and crisps, it se…



678. The Face of the Waters By Jeremy Likness
     The story of creation begins with water. Water is an essential nutrient in our diet, but many people fail to address this important component of health. While part of the problem can be addressed by consuming foods such as fruits and vegetables that are naturally rich with water, taking in additional water is also important.In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upo…



679. Nutrition in Sports - The Secret Advantage of the Couch Potato? By Paul Newland
     Athletes undergoing strenuous training and competition have greater need for nutrition in sports than the sedentary population. Obtaining adequate nutrients will ensure maximal recovery time and lower rates of infections.Increased perspiration associated with sport, particularly endurance sport, can lead to an increased loss of minerals and potentially set us up for nutritional deficiency diseases as the nutrient intake sufficient for the general population is not always sufficient for athlete…



680. It's Not That Bad - The Biggest Lie We Tell Ourselves By Dr. Jamie Fettig
     Some people say to themselves, junk food is not that bad. If you want to believe this than good luck. Remember how important your beliefs are and especially the ones that are faulty that you still believe. It goes back to what I said earlier. If you want to build a slim, toned and healthy body you need the right building blocks. Those building blocks are not found in junk food of any kind. I do not care how fat free or enriched it is, how many added vitamins and minerals there are, how low ca…



681. In Truth, the Human Body Does Not Primarily See Food as Fat, Protein & Carbohydrate By Glen Rees
     Who was it that once said, “If you can’t find something, look right under your nose"? Well folks, I think I’ve managed to exemplify this statement in its entirety. Moreover, the answer to the above question lay not under my nose BUT , more accurately, under my clothing which lay on my midriff...Yes, my Gut. You see I used to weigh around 140+ Kg(mind you I’m nearly 6 foot 5 tall) & now I’m 118 Kg. I still have around 15 Kg to go BUT I’ve done it WITHOUT exercise and without guilt. In fact it’s…



682. Milk Soy Protein Intolerance: A Mother's Perspective By Tamara Field
     I first learned of Milk Soy Protein Intolerance (MSPI) in the office of a pediatric gastroenterologist's office with my seven-week-old son, Max. After the first week of his life Max lost weight and was labeled "failure to thrive." As an educated mother and nurse I was devastated that this could happen.That day in the GI specialist's office, he performed a proctosigmoidoscopy and biopsy on Max. He sat me where I could see him perform the test and told me what I would see. He said that the lini…



683. The Crucial Role of the Salt in Our Health By Livia Tiba
     Salt is vital for our health. Right now, you have around 250 gr. of salt - about a cupful - working for keeping you alive. Without enough of it, muscles won't contract, blood won't circulate, food won't digest, and the heart won't beat.Salt, the sodium chloride, is an essential part of the diet of humans and animals and is a part of our fluids, such as blood, sweat, and tears.The two elements of salt - sodium and chloride - play a variety of very important and crucial roles in our bodies as ma…



684. What is Organic Farming? By Jeremy Pickles
     Organic farming is the production of food using all natural methods - avoiding all synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms. Its' core philosophy is that of sustainability or 'zero impact'. The organic farmer seeks to leave the earth in its' natural state after the harvest.The focus of organic methods is on soil quality. Crops are grown without artificial fertilizers and pesticides, and livestock is reared free of drugs and hormones. Proponents of organic food believe it produces…



685. Confessions of a Personal Fitness Trainer By Deborah Caruana
     Last year I had a number of clients who started stubbornly on the Atkins diet despite my warnings. Immediately I saw almost profound results in their weight loss. I reminded them it was the loss of water weight, and warned of the strain on the kidneys and the high cholesterol risk.During this time I was mastering my yoga practice as a complete vegan but found that my immune system had been profoundly compromised and I was currently on my third cold for the fall season.Atkins was in the medi…



686. Mineral Depletion of Post-Glacial Soil By Michael Jozefiak
     Feeding the soil with minerals, to the Organic vegetable gardener, usually means putting waste organic matter, (stems, stalks & leaves which we did not eat), back into the soil. But, if the vegetable matter is grown in mineral-poor ground, what does this ultimately mean for the long term future of our soils and subsequent crops?HOW DID MINERALS GET INTO THE SOIL?When the last Ice Age receded, leaving behind the ground down remains of rocks, decaying animal & vegetable matter slowly combined wi…



687. The Liquid Vitamin Mineral Approach By Rolf Rasmusson
     Liquid vitamin mineralThe liquid vitamin mineral dietary supplement is a must have for maximum vitality and health. In today's fast food environment most of us do not get the proper balance of food for the necessary for optimal health Unfortunately the body only absorbs 10 to 20 percent of the nutrients found in traditional pills and capsules. Thus the case for the liquid vitamin mineral.Some simple research will that a deficiency in nutrients can cause us suffering and may even shorten our…



688. Do You Know Your Body's ph And It's Relation To Your Health By Dee Cohen
     Do you know your ph? By getting ph strips at a pharmacy, pool store or lab you can test your urine in the moring and see it's range. A good range is between 6.5 and 7.2. Most of are too acidic.When we are too acidic, the body takes minerals from important organs and our bones to neutralize the acid.These minerals can include calcium, sodium, potassium and magenesium. Though we may not notice it, an overly acidic situation can develop in time into various symptoms and problems.In the Book Alkal…



689. Turning an Addictive Snack into a Complete Meal By Jim Duffy
     The proliferation of fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and vending machines in virtually every corner of residential America has created a serious nutritional problem. “Snacking” – a harmless-sounding verb that deceptively implies something unobjectionable – has reached addictive proportions[i].The manifestation of this addiction goes beyond mere obesity something that is widely considered to be a severe public health crisis[ii]. Even among non-obese Americans, researchers are identif…



690. The New Food Pyramid: Another Attempt At Providing Easy Answers By David Saunders
     The Food Pyramid, first introduced to the US in 1992, just experienced a major overhaul. Why? Perhaps proper education about nutrition isn't as easy as picking out food from a colorful chart. Last month, The New England Journal of Medicine reported that childhood obesity was causing a retreat in average lifespan. That report seems to only cover part of the picture as chronic disease, such as cardiac dysfunction and Type II Diabetes have been on a steady rise in recent years. Because many peopl…



691. Create Your Own Diet...Quickly & Easily: By Chris Guerriero
     If you are like most people, you've tried dieting before. This newsletter is NOT about dieting, but instead about making long-term changes in the foods you choose and eat, WITHOUT sacrificing good taste.Let's take a look at protein. Did you know the large majority of your body is protein? That's right. If all the water were removed from your body, 80% of what remained would be comprised of protein. Your hair and nails have protein in them, as do your brain, bones, heart, kidneys, even your ski…



692. Got Cravings? Consider the Yin and Yang of Your Food By Julia Kalish
     It’s 10 a.m., you’re at work, and you’re bored. The bagel you had for breakfast earlier just wasn’t that satisfying, and the woman in the cube next to yours has a bowl of Hershey kisses on her desk. You walk by the chocolates a few times, and finally just go ahead and grab a few. At lunchtime you pick up a deli sandwich that comes with a bag of potato chips and a brownie, and you eat your lunch while you answer emails. A few hours later you start falling asleep at your desk. You’re craving swe…



693. Beating Diarrhoea Naturally By Stewart Hare
     Diarrhoea is an increase in frequency of bowel motion which is loose and watery. Whatever age, physiology, culture or diet an individual has, having bowel motions that consists of loose watery stools more than three times a day generally is considered abnormal and is classified as diarrhoea. Sometimes other conditions are associated with diarrhoea such as stomach cramps, nausea, and fever, lost of appetite, vomiting and foul smelling stools. Many different conditions can cause diarrhoea, acut…



694. Protect Against and Combat Osteoporosis Naturally By Stewart Hare
     Osteoporosis is on the whole a largely preventable condition that decreases the bone density which in tern causes them to become brittle; this increases the risks of spinal vertebrae compression and fractures, particularly in the hip, wrist, and spine. Caucasian and Asian postmenopausal women are the most affected group from osteoporosis. The hormone oestrogen protects women against bone loss before menopause. The symptoms of osteoporosis are largely unnoticeable until the incidences of broken…



695. Food Labels: Fact or Fiction? By Brian Schiff
     How often do you pick up items at the grocery and scan the labels? Do you understand them? Ever wonder if they are really accurate? Many consumers probably glance at them, but based on the current obesity rate today it seems as if people should pay more attention.Selling food is a big business. Through clever marketing campaigns and tricky labeling, many companies are able to influence your feelings and buying decisions. However, food makers are required to follow guidelines set forth by …



696. Focus on Trans Fat By Jon Gestl
     There's no doubt--carbohydrates have taken center stage in public discourse about dietary practices. You can't turn on the TV, open a newspaper or walk past the office water cooler these days without hearing a debate about this nutrient du jour. Recently, however, increasing attention is being given to an all but forgotten part of our diet. Move over, carbohydrates: fat is making a comeback in the headlines. More specifically, trans fat.Of the four types of dietary fat (monounsaturated, po…



697. Trading in Trans Fats By Julia Kalish
     “Trans-Free” and “Trans-Fat Free” is showing up more and more in our grocery stores! HOORAY! We say it’s about time! But our food is not yet 100% trans fat free just yet – including some that say “trans free!”Before we proceed, let’s clarify just exactly what trans fats are. Trans fats are fats that are created when food manufacturers add hydrogen to unsaturated fats. It is found in margarine, shortening, and peanut butter, fried foods like french fries and fried chicken, doughnuts, cookies, p…



698. Cholesterol: A Guide To High And Low Foods! By Ray Kelly
     The excess accumulation of cholesterol can lead to a stroke or heart attack. This happens because the build-up of excess cholesterol begins to clog the blood vessels leading to arteriosclerosis. It is believed that the overall incidence of strokes and heart attacks could be reduced by as much as 50% if Americans could reduce their cholesterol level by 25%. In fact, for every 1% of lowered blood cholesterol, the chances of having a heart attack are reduced by 2%.However, all cholesterol is not …



699. What's On Tap? By Leigh Erin Connealy
     The National Resources Defense Council (NRDC), an environmental action organization, recently conducted an in-depth study into the quality of drinking water across the United States. Reviewing the tap water quality data for 19 major US cities, including Los Angeles, they compiled their findings and made them available to the public in June of 2003. 11 contaminants were labeled to be of “high concern” or “some concern” for the LA area’s water supply. Since much of Los Angeles and Orange Coun…



700. Meal Planning: Your Ticket to Freedom By Linda Dessau
     It's 5:30 p.m. and you're heading home after a long, full day. All of a sudden your mind turns to the daily question, "What's for dinner?"Whether it's just you or whether you're preparing a meal for a whole gang, it's not an energizing prospect to imagine planning, shopping for or cooking a meal from scratch at the end of a long day.That's probably why the fast food businesses are booming and why our health is suffering from the effects of these "easy" foods.If you think meal planning is an un…



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