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How You Might Be Secretly Destroying Your Kidneys

New research has found that two compounds which are used worldwide in the cultivation of non-organic soybeans, fruits and vegetables, cause direct death to kidney cells. According to a recent study published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology, Roundup and the Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) pesticides are toxic and they both cause direct damage to the ...click here to read more

Snack Ideas for 100 Calories or Less

Extra snacking while on a diet plan might not be the worst thing after all. The extra calories can end up being satisfying in ways that could even prevent higher fat snacking throughout the day. A little temptation might be possible, but giving into your food cravings without ruining your waistline can be tricky! Barbara ...click here to read more

3 Reasons Obesity is Still an Epidemic

Every year, North Americans spend an enormous amount of money on weight loss diets to help them lose weight, so why is obesity still a problem? Obesity, although it is very visible in society, is one of the most neglected health problems around the world. Obesity can lead to complications including diabetes, high blood pressure ...click here to read more

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Global Supplement Market Set for a Huge Boom

The marketing trends in places such as China and India have been quite different however, with herbal products such as ginseng, gingko and triphala dominating the supplement industry. It appears as though West and East are beginning to merge however, and the global supplement market has grown over the past decade and continues to grow ...click here to read more

The Two Most Popular Supplements

Good health is strongly associated with eating healthy meals and performing regular exercises. The meals generally consist of various food groups, including protein, carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables. For those who feel that they are not eating enough fruits and vegetables on a regular basis and want to maintain good health, supplements are available in the ...click here to read more

The Hidden Reasons Sugar Might Be Killing You

If you have recently decided to follow a weight loss regimen, it is important that you understand which food items can be included in your daily diets and which ones should be avoided. It appears that natural weight loss is the safest method for shedding those pounds. Everybody knows that certain beverages and drinks that ...click here to read more

Cherry Juice…the New Super Food?

Bright, sweet, delicious cherries are packed with vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants. A close relative of the plum, cherries have been enjoyed since ancient times. Today more nutritionists and scientific experts are calling cherry juice “the new super fruit”. Several studies in recent years point to cherry juice as a dietary source for good health. ...click here to read more

Important Diet Changes for Liver Patients

The liver is the largest solid organ in the body and serves a critical role in our overall health. Liver disease patients face a number of intestinal problems that are treated with medications; however, certain diets have proved to benefit those who are suffering. How liver works The liver has some critical functions, including the ...click here to read more

Is There Truth to the Calcium Myth?

Drink lots of milk because it is good for your bones. This is something many of us have heard from our mothers and fathers for years. Even dieticians and doctors have talked about diary to promote good health and ward off problems like osteoporosis; however, this age old advice is now facing some scrutiny. The ...click here to read more

Fiber for a Healthy Smile?

Would you choose grapefruit or pancakes for breakfast?  In the last decades, the list of functional foods has grown, resulting in a change in the eating habits and lifestyles of society.  Functional foods refer to consumable items that have been determined to contain natural compounds that are beneficial to the body.  These food items can ...click here to read more

Beating the Bulge After You Turn 50

Reaching the age of 50 is often coupled with changes in specific features of our body.  On one side are the increases in body weight, body mass index, body fat, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.  On the other side are the reductions in metabolic rates, capacity for digestion, and absorption of nutrients.  It is ...click here to read more

The Truth About Red Meat

Red meat has long been the more favored portion in meat dishes, based on its appearance, taste, tenderness, and juiciness.  Red meat is also a good source of protein, but is it an effective resource for good health? There has been a sustained hype about eating red meat and its association with higher risks for ...click here to read more