Category Archives: Weight Management

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nutritionists and other healthcare professionals have been telling us for decades that “you are what you eat” and that healthy diets are critical for a long and disease-free life. But did you know that diets that include fruits, vegetables and protein-rich foods can also help to prevent injuries? Liz Applegate, Ph.D., Director of Sports Nutrition ...click here to read more

Obesity levels in Canada are on the rise and this is why it is so important to look at all of the contributing factors in our environment.  Obesity has been associated with poor diets, super-sized portions and sedentary lifestyles. While these reasons for obesity may be true, they may not be the only factors to ...click here to read more

Wheat is the primary source of carbohydrates in many of our diets, and the average American consumes a whopping 55 pounds of wheat flour per year! Many of us our well aware that a diet full of refined wheat products such as croissants and bagels is not exactly conductive to good health. However, recent research ...click here to read more

Are you are currently counting calories, dieting to lose weight or trying to obtain good health? If so, eliminating unhealthy foods such as candy, refined carbohydrates, fried food and junk food can help you to achieve these goals. If you are like most, the thought of giving up so many of your favourite comfort foods ...click here to read more

In today’s society it is so important to consume healthy foods which will help to prevent and fight disease. What you eat has a direct impact on how your body performs and feels. Your body requires a diet that contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nutrients and minerals. What may surprise you is that not everything that ...click here to read more

You’ve taken the first step to a healthier lifestyle….you’ve started working out. Good for you! Use some of the tips mentioned here to burn more calories, lose more weight and build more muscle while you’re working out! 1. Start your day off right – with a nutritious breakfast low in calories Eat a calorie-rich breakfast ...click here to read more

The majority of the population would like to enhance athletic performance, overcome obesity, shape up or simply increase their energy. The gym is the perfect place to achieve these goals and fight obesity; however, with the ever increasing amount of exercise machines it can be hard to decipher the beneficial ones from the useless and/or ...click here to read more

It’s long been known that the foods comprising a person’s diet have a number of physiological impacts. New research, however, is suggesting that increased calorie consumption doesn’t just contribute to obesity, but also on the brain’s ability to function. Having a healthy diet, therefore, can combat obesity in seniors and also improve their mental performance, ...click here to read more