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Health Benefits of Acai
Posted by: | CommentsThe acai berry (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) is gaining popularity as a superfood and is being featured in many books, TV programs and newscasts today. The acai berry is a blackish-purple fruit that looks like a blueberry or grape, only smaller and darker. It has a very large seed and very little pulp. Many people describe the taste of the fruit as a combination of blueberry and chocolate. Read More→
Six Foods That Control Hunger
Posted by: | CommentsAre you trying to lose weight but failing because of your hearty appetite? One of the most difficult aspects of losing weight is learning to control hunger. Although you may be tempted by the enticement of appetite suppressants that claim you’ll lose an impossible of number pounds quickly and safely, resist the urge and learn to control hunger by eating the right foods. Certain foods when added to the diet can help promote a feeling of satiety so you’ll be less likely to pig out when the doughnut box comes through the door at work. Here are some foods that may help you control your appetite. Read More→
Four Fantastic Foods for Skin
Posted by: | CommentsIn an attempt to get beautiful skin, many people fall prey to the slick advertising campaigns created by cosmetic companies. They would have you believe that the key to healthy, younger looking skin lies in purchasing an expensive skin care cream. In most cases, these creams don’t live up to their promises. Instead of using jars of overpriced cream to get younger looking skin, why not nurture your skin from the inside? Here are four good foods for skin that won’t cost you a fortune: Read More→
How to Make Your Coffee Healthier
Posted by: | CommentsIs the first thing you reach for in the morning a steaming cup of java? Let’s face it. Many Americans are addicted to their morning cup of coffee and aren’t about to give it up. While some people drink coffee for the caffeine, other people simply enjoy the taste. What about the health value of coffee? This issue remains a cloudy one. Some studies have shown health benefits of drinking coffee including a reduced risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, liver cancer, and gall bladder disease, while others have shown negative effects, particularly from the caffeine. Fortunately, there are some ways to turn that morning cup of coffee into a healthier drink. Here’s how to make your daily coffee healthier. Read More→
Are Bananas Healthy Weight Loss Foods?
Posted by: | CommentsAre you looking for foods that will help you lose weight? A well balanced diet that’s low in calories but rich in vitamins and nutrients is essential for safe and effective weight loss. While most fruits and vegetables are considered healthy, weight loss foods, some fruits, in particular, are thought to be too high in carbohydrates. One of the fruits that some experts have recommended limiting if you’re trying to lose weight is bananas. Are bananas healthy if your goal is weight loss or are they best avoided? Read More→
Low Carb Diets: Do They Cause Poor Memory?
Posted by: | CommentsAlthough low carbohydrate diets have been shown to be effective at promoting weight loss, it can be very difficult to stay on this type of restrictive diet long term. If a recent study holds true, there may be another compelling reason to avoid low carb diets. It appears that low carbohydrate diets may impair memory and cognitive function in humans.A study conducted by Tufts University researchers and published in the journal Appetite, raises the question as to whether people on a low carb diet may be “dumber” at least in terms of memory performance. Read More→
Five Bad Dining Habits That Promote Weight Gain
Posted by: | CommentsIf you’re struggling to lose weight, maybe it’s not what you’re eating but how you’re eating it that’s causing you to hang on to those excess pounds. Believe it or not, your dining habits can play an important role in how much you weigh. If you’re not happy with the number the scale is showing, ask yourself if you commit any of these dining mistakes: Read More→