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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.
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.
Researchers found that the subjects' metabolism was elevated for over 36 hours after their exercise.
I always marvel at the reports I get from men and women who claim to have gained 10 pounds over a weekend. In truth, that's impossible.
Push-ups are a terrific way to build upper-body strength and endurance. They're also a symbol of fitness and vigor.
What is this miracle substance? Fiber! Although devoid of calories, this non-nutritional vital nutrient is anything but lacking when it comes to your health.
The benefits of ribose don't stop on the slopes (or in the gym). This amazing cell fuel has been shown to help increase energy levels in patients with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and heart problems as well.
Whether you need a little pick-me-up to get through the afternoon... or an energy boost to get you through your workout... you might consider drinking noni juice.
Cardio exercise is perplexing. In theory, it should work the same for everyone. But it doesn't.
Researchers are just starting to unravel the importance of normal bacteria to our health. Meanwhile we know that things go wrong when antibiotics take out the good with the bad.
Beans are a great low-glycemic carbohydrate that helps keep blood sugar in balance and your appetite in check.
MonaVie is one of the hottest nutritional products right now, and it comes with health claims that are as numerous as its many neighborhood distributors. But this product could not only drain your wallet, it could harm your health.
Whey Cool!
by James B. LaValle (03/26/2008)
Muscle in your body is constantly being built up and broken down. That makes whey protein an excellent food to consider.
Adding omega-3 fatty acids to your meals can help reduce the incidence of Glaucoma.
Instead of soy, I recommend good old-fashioned weight-bearing exercise to improve the strength of your bones.
How To Break a Sugar Addication - Start using natural sweeteners and you won't be plagued by hard-to-diagnose health problems.
Improper medical care, especially in undeveloped countries, can slow your recovery... and even lead to long-term health problems. Here are few tips to help you avoid this...
Most people have not done enough strength training or built enough muscle mass to avoid falls as they get into their late 70s and early 80s.
People who already drink a lot of coffee don't have to feel 'guilty' as long as coffee does not affect their daily life.
You might be surprised to learn that sitting - at your desk, in your car, and on your couch - could be causing major muscle imbalances. It can...
One of the consequences of being "one nation under drugs" is that we're exposed to toxic, prescription drug metabolites via our tap water.
Cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins) amass billions of dollars each year pretending to be a safe and effective way to protect against heart disease. Yet science shows that these drugs represent a clear and present danger to your health.
Shoulder mobility exercises can help to relieve pain caused by sitting at a desk or in a car for long periods of time.
Can't live without caffeine, can you? Most adults around the world consume caffeine every day, in coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate. And we continue to hear about new studies - some warning us to stay away from caffeine and others glorifying its benefits.
For years, we've been hearing about the dangers of too much sodium in the diet. In salt-sensitive people, sodium can, in fact, raise blood pressure.
Want to drop a few pounds? It may sound counterintuitive, but there's a before-meal snack that can give your weight-loss efforts a boost.
Advanced glycation end products - How the way you cook may be just as important to your health as the food itself.
Cirrhosis of the liver is one of the 10 leading causes of death in the U.S.... and you can find on the shelf at your local drugstore: milk thistle.
Long, slow, boring aerobic exercise may get all the glory in the media. Skip the cardio and enjoy the many circuit training benefits.
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