Healthy

How Many Push-Ups Can You Do?
by Craig Ballantyne (05/10/2008)

The push-up is the all-American exercise. Too bad most Americans would have a hard time cranking out a single repetition, let alone the number they should be able to do for their age.

The Perfect Fat-Burning Workout
by Craig Ballantyne (05/09/2008)

If you're like most people, you don't have a whole lot of time to work out. Not to mention, you'd rather exercise in your home gym than pay monstrous fees to a local health club. If you want to lose fat fast at home, here's an easy-to-implement plan.

How to Get Flat Abs
by Craig Ballantyne (05/08/2008)

If you want to get flat abs in time to show them off at the beach this year, quit wasting your efforts on slow, boring cardio and endless crunches.

Your Back’s Best Time to Work Out
by Craig Ballantyne (05/07/2008)

You can still have a great workout in the morning, as long as you are extra careful of your back and lifting technique.

Your Sweet Tooth May Increase Your Risk for Colon Cancer
by Kelley Herring (05/06/2008)

The next time you get a chocolate craving, forgo the candy bar (or energy bar). Reach for a low-sugar, protein-rich chocolate smoothie instead. You'll balance your blood sugar, and may help reduce your risk of colon cancer as well.

A Disease-Fighting Delica-Sea
by Kelley Herring (05/05/2008)

In a recent study published in Epidemiology, a lack of zinc combined with an excess of copper and a deficiency in magnesium increased the risk for both heart disease and cancer.

Toxic Cosmetics!
by James B. LaValle (05/03/2008)

Would you knowingly go out and buy mercury or lead and put it on your skin? No. You are certainly smarter than that.

Where to Put Your Protein Bars
by Jon Benson (05/02/2008)

My friend Tom Venuto calls protein bars "candy bars in disguise." Despite this, some people actually recommend protein bars to people trying to lose weight. In fact, the protein bar could be helping you get fatter.

Could Sunscreen Cause Skin Cancer? You Bet…
by Jon Herring (05/01/2008)

Only problem is that while sunscreen can protect you against sunburn, there is no evidence it will protect you from skin cancer.

Caffeine Imposters Can Cost You Sleep
by James B. LaValle (04/30/2008)

Everyone knows caffeine during the day can affect your sleep. But you may not know that there are caffeine-free foods that may have caffeine-like effects on the brain.

One Natural Method to Ward Off Three Health Disasters
by Shane Ellison (04/29/2008)

Nuts and seeds like cashews, pistachios, and walnuts often get a bad rap for their high fat and calorie content. Yet, as you know from reading Early to Rise, they are among the best foods for igniting metabolism and controlling hunger.

Pick a Pint to Reduce Inflammation
by Kelley Herring (04/28/2008)

A few weeks ago, I told you how fiber can help slash CRP - a marker of inflammation and a predictor of future heart disease and diabetes. Now new research shows that enjoying juicy, delicious strawberries can do the same thing.

Sunscreen: 21st Century Snake Oil
by Jon Herring (04/26/2008)

Almost all commercial sunscreens contain not just one but several chemicals, known as xenoestrogens, that mimic the hormone estrogen.

Add Steam, Boost Antioxidants
by Kelley Herring (04/25/2008)

A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition evaluated the antioxidant content of foods after they were prepared in several different ways.

Colostrum Helpful for Athletes
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/24/2008)

A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine reports that colostrum benefits by increasing their energy during intense training.

Acne Improved on Low-Glycemic Diet
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/23/2008)

Chronically high levels of insulin may lead to blockages in skin pores and extra oil building up under the skin.

Glucosamine as Good as Tylenol for Osteoarthritis Pain
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/22/2008)

Acetaminophen - the generic name for Tylenol - is an effective way to reduce joint pain from arthritis. But acetaminophen can cause harm to the liver, even at doses of one gram a day.

A Daily Eating Routine for a Healthy and Productive Life
by Michael Masterson (04/21/2008)

When you're full of energy, your goals will be easier to tackle. And you'll enjoy their achievement even more when you're feeling healthy and strong.

Wal-Mart’s $8 Cure for Deadly Blood Clots and Poor Cardiovascular Function
by Shane Ellison (04/19/2008)

One minute you are enjoying a stroll in the park, and the next you feel as if an elephant just stepped on you. It's a premature heart attack or stroke, the result of a blockage from a blood clot and inflammation, usually within the coronary arteries.

Switch on Your "Longevity Gene"
by Dr. Al Sears (04/18/2008)

Resveratrol's power to enhance your life goes beyond anti-aging...

Alternative Medicine for Sleep, Part 3: 2 More Natural Ways to Get Your Zs
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/17/2008)

If you have no trouble staying asleep, but find yourself lying awake for hours before finally drifting off, you may have onset insomnia. Here are two herbs that can help...

Alternative Medicine for Sleep, Part 2: A Natural Way to Get Your Zs
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/16/2008)

If you're having trouble getting to sleep, don't ask your doctor to pull out her prescription pad just yet. Prescription sleep drugs are often effective, but can have side effects.

Alternative Medicine for Sleep, Part 1
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/15/2008)

Natural supplements can help protect you from a wide range of health issues. But keep in mind that high doses of some herbs and supplements can make you feel alert at bedtime and cause shallow sleep.

Kitchen Cabinet Cancer Fighters
by Kelley Herring (04/14/2008)

Most gourmands would agree with the old adage "Spice is nice." And now scientists do too. Inside your kitchen cabinet there are probably dozens of spices and herbs you should be using more liberally... and more often.

Do You Need More Lycopene?
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/12/2008)

Lycopene - found in tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit, apricots, papaya, and guava - is a powerful antioxidant.

Muscle Growth at Any Age
by Shane Ellison (04/11/2008)

Researchers from the School of Biomedical Sciences reviewed all previous studies done with elderly people who suffered from the muscle-wasting disease sarcopenia and then supplemented with whey isolate.

Delicious Stevia Drink
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (04/10/2008)

My fluid intake increased dramatically since I started adding lime-flavored stevia drink packets to a quart of water. I love the taste, so I can easily drink an additional quart of water a day.

Just Do It
by Craig Ballantyne (04/09/2008)

The American population is slowly turning into a nation of couch potato slugs.

Protection With Probiotics
by Kelley Herring (04/08/2008)

You probably know that probiotics - the bacteria found in yogurt, buttermilk, and other cultured dairy products - can improve gastrointestinal health. Now new research shows another way these good-for-you germs guard against disease.

Burn Calories While You Sleep
by Craig Ballantyne (04/07/2008)

Researchers found that the subjects' metabolism was elevated for over 36 hours after their exercise.
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