Nutrition plays a vital role both before and after physical activity. An active body requires carbohydrate and fat for fuel, protein for recovery and repair, vitamins and minerals to maintain energy metabolism and water to hydrate and prevent fatigue. It’s important your body gets the right amount of nutrients before your activity begins, but then […]
Category Archives: Women
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Mar
Mar
Skin inflammation and acne is a common problem among teens and even some adults. Aside from nutrition and diet factors, other culprits include genetics, hormones, stress, environment, and medications. Our skin is a living organ that needs care and nourishment just like any other organ system. Blemishes and breakouts can be due to many causes […]
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Feb
Feb
February is American Heart Month. Sadly, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. While following a heart-healthy diet can help reduce your risk of heart disease, one particularly beneficial food item is nuts! In fact, research shows that people who regularly eat nuts are less likely to have heart […]
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Feb
Feb
Staying healthy is very important overall; however, it requires even greater attention when you are pregnant. Prenatal care should not be overlooked because the growth and development of a healthy baby requires a lot of care, attention, and adequate nutrition. To prevent risks and unwanted health concerns for both the mother and the baby, early […]
Fitness, Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Men, Metabolism, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss, Women
The Truth About Fad Diets
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Jan
Jan
Have you ever heard your friends brag about being on an amazing weight loss diet? Maybe you felt out of the loop, wondering what these “miracle” diets are all about, and why you’re missing out on the perceived benefits. Fret not! We’re here to reveal the truth behind these diets and whether or not they […]
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Jan
Jan
January is National Glaucoma Awareness month and a perfect time to think about protecting this most precious organ. Glaucoma damages your eye’s optic nerve (which sends images to your brain) due to a buildup of pressure inside your eye. The symptoms of glaucoma can start so slowly that you may not notice them but if left undetected or untreated, glaucoma can lead to irreversible […]
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Oct
Oct
In the age of Botox, filler, and plastic surgery, it’s safe to say that we’re obsessed with looking younger and more beautiful. While there’s no doubt that some of these more drastic measures may provide you with instant results, keeping up with a regular healthy diet, chalk full of nutrients and hydrating foods, will provide […]
Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Nutritional Supplements, Skin Health, Women
Why Your Skin Changes Around Menstruation
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Sep
Sep
Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and often outwardly reflects what’s going on inside. This is true when it comes to menstruation. If you ask any woman, no doubt she will agree that her monthly hormonal changes are often coupled with breakouts, especially around the chin area. But why does this happen, and since […]
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Jul
Jul
Rosacea is a common, inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by redness, swelling, and general roughness of the skin. Typical symptoms include: Flushing Small red blood vessels that appear under your skin Eye issues such as itchiness, burning, and sensitivity to light Although there is currently no cure for rosacea, diet and lifestyle, and certain […]
Food & Nutrition, Health Tips, Men, Nutritional Supplements, Weight loss, Women
How to Manage Hypothyroidism
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Jul
Jul
Do you frequently feel cold, tired, have trouble losing weight, along with other unexplained symptoms such as hair loss? Although common, these symptoms could indicate an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), which means the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones. Hypothyroidism slows your metabolism and is increasingly common with age. If left untreated, it can not […]