Healthy


The Best Way to Strengthen Your Body
by Craig Ballantyne (08/01/2008)

Lack of strength is the number one reason for falls in the elderly, so strengthening your body is essential as you get older. Now research proves that you can gain strength and muscle at any age.

The Exercise Tricks That Whipped Michael Into Shape
by Yarixa Ferrao (07/31/2008)

If you want to lose weight... or just increase your level of fitness... I've got a high-intensity workout regimen that can slim you down.

Reforming Michael Masterson
by Yarixa Ferrao (07/30/2008)

If you have a few extra pounds to lose, I'm going to be teaching you a few of the little tricks I taught Michael that you can use to get your health back on track.

Get More Antioxidants and Satisfy Your Cravings
by Kelley Herring (07/29/2008)

We all need to get more antioxidants in our diet. That's because free radicals - rogue molecules that wreak havoc on our cells and contribute to disease and degeneration - are constantly being generated, even as a result of basic biological functions like breathing and digestion. But by choosing foods that are high on the oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) scale, we can pack more free-radical-fighting power into every bite.

Inulin: Fiber of the Future
by Kelley Herring (07/28/2008)

The latest advancements in food technology are bringing a myriad of power-packed "functional food" ingredients to tables across the globe. And one of the most potent and unique of these is inulin.

Who Says Fruit Makes You Fat?
by Craig Ballantyne (07/26/2008)

A Fast Benefit From Cardio
by Craig Ballantyne (07/25/2008)

I'm not a huge fan of traditional aerobic cardio workouts for fat loss. They're inefficient, ineffective, and can cause injury. However, aerobics can have an immediate health benefit for anyone who makes the mistake of indulging in too much food.

Bad Fish, Good Fish
by Kelley Herring (07/24/2008)

Choosing wild-caught fish over farmed can help you avoid harmful endocrine disruptors called polychlorinated biphenyls. But that's not the only reason to stock up on wild-caught fish.

Danger in a Bottle
by Kelley Herring (07/23/2008)

You may think you're doing yourself a favor by drinking spring water. But new research shows there could be danger lurking in the bottle.

Why You Should Order Pinot With Your Steak
by Kelley Herring (07/22/2008)

In two of my recent ETR articles, you learned about the health benefits of enjoying organic grass-fed beef and the best methods for preparing it. Now I've got more advice on getting the most from your meat.

The 2 Things Killing Your Weight Loss
by Craig Ballantyne (07/21/2008)

Monday to Friday, you are a fat-burning robot. You work out first thing in the morning, eat breakfast, have a high-protein salad for lunch, a healthy afternoon snack, and then a sensible dinner. It all adds up to a pound of fat loss per week.

A Summer Favorite for “Fireworks”
by Kelley Herring (07/19/2008)

Do you love watermelon? If so, you should know that America's favorite summer fruit has recently been found to have some interesting "side effects."

It’s Time to Change Those Genes!
by Kelley Herring (07/18/2008)

In a recent ETR article, I introduced you to the burgeoning new field of nutrigenomics - the use of your personal genetic information to create a tailor-made diet that can thwart the diseases you're most prone to. But once you have this critical information in hand, wouldn't it be nice to simply repair those damaged genes? New research suggests you can!

Diet Pill Causes Adults to “Poop Their Pants”
by Shane Ellison (07/17/2008)

Diet pills are publicized by appealing to our desire to believe that we can be slim and sexy without effort. This trickery is fueled by contrived "before and after photos," paid-for celebrities, and fake endorsements from steroid-ridden bodybuilders.

The Green Tea Scam
by Craig Ballantyne (07/16/2008)

Take Baby Steps to Better Health
by Craig Ballantyne (07/15/2008)

I get hundreds of e-mails every day, but only a few of them upset me. And those are the ones from guys who are under 30 and feel that they'll never be in good shape again. It is frustrating that so many men, and women, think they are over the hill in their late 20s. Can you believe that?

Meat: Clean, Lean, and Green
by Kelley Herring (07/14/2008)

Should I eat meat? At some point, just about everyone asks themselves that question. As you know from reading ETR, we strongly believe that the answer is yes - because meat is an essential part of a healthy, fat-burning diet.

How to Gain Muscle and Burn Fat - at the Same Time
by Jon Benson (07/12/2008)

I'd like to help you get into top shape as quickly as possible. In order to do that, you must do two seemingly opposing things: Gain weight (muscle) and lose weight (fat).

Contaminated Crops
by James B. LaValle (07/11/2008)

Fresh produce is a key component of a healthy diet, and I'm constantly reminding patients to increase their intake. But recent headlines have opened our eyes to the fact that when we eat fresh fruit and vegetables, we may be literally biting off more than we can chew.

Interval Training Is Heart-Healthy
by Craig Ballantyne (07/10/2008)

ETR has reported on the health and fat-burning benefits of interval training for years now. But the mainstream media is just finally catching on.

The Meal-Replacement Bar Paradox
by Craig Ballantyne (07/09/2008)

The other night, after filming a set of workout videos at a friend's gym, I reviewed the plethora of meal-replacement energy bars at the front counter. Some were made with all-natural ingredients, while others contained numerous chemicals. But all had about 250-300 calories.

Saving Your Life - One Mouthful at a Time
by Judith Strauss (07/08/2008)

Qi Gong for Stress Reduction and More
by Dr. Jonny Bowden (07/07/2008)

Three decades ago, Herbert Benson, MD, the pioneering doctor who helped introduce the concept of mind-body medicine to the U.S., studied qi gong while he was researching what he termed "the relaxation response." He concluded that to reach a state of deep relaxation, all you have to do is control your body, your breathing, and your mind.

Toxic Burden
by James B. LaValle (07/05/2008)

I've been talking for years about the effect of various environmental toxins on our metabolism. And now, almost every day, we read news headlines that validate what I've been saying about the importance of reducing our exposure to toxic chemicals.

Chemist Forces Children to Eat Sunscreen
by Shane Ellison (07/04/2008)

Carotenoids are members of a family of nutrients that protect plants and animals from excess sunshine.

3 “Core” Exercises for Beginners
by Craig Ballantyne (07/03/2008)

It's summer - the time of year when almost everyone wants six-pack abs. But if you're a beginner at exercise - especially if you're overweight - the worst thing you can do to lose belly fat is hit the floor and do hundreds of crunches and sit-ups.

Does Your Diet Fit in Your Genes?
by Kelley Herring (07/02/2008)

What if you could look into a crystal ball and predict the health problems looming in your future? And what if you could actually change your fate... with the power of what's on your plate?

Acai: A Sweet-Tasting Superfood
by Kelley Herring (06/30/2008)

Like berries and chocolate? One food naturally bursts with those delicious flavors, as well as with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and essential fatty acids.

An Antioxidant That Beats Breast Cancer
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (06/28/2008)

Yesterday, I told you that animal studies have shown that resveratrol can help prevent the development of prostate cancer in men. Women, too, have a specific reason to pay attention to this powerful antioxidant: It can help protect against breast cancer.

An Antioxidant That Can Help Prevent Prostate Cancer
by Dr. Ray Sahelian (06/27/2008)

Wine lovers are probably already aware that red wine contains a powerful antioxidant: resveratrol. And Dr. Sears has written about the anti-aging effects of resveratrol in ETR. For instance, animal studies hint that it can help prevent weight gain and developing the symptoms of diabetes and obesity. But the health benefits of this antioxidant don't end there.
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