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Why Your BMI Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
How well do BMI, waist size, and other measurements gauge obesity? By Katherine KamWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD You may have heard of BMI — body mass index. It’s based on your height and weight, and it’s widely used to say who’s obese, who’s overweight (but not obese), who’s at
Why Farm Raised Fish is Bad for You
Eating Tilapia is Worse Than Eating Bacon by Dr. Josh Axe on June 20, 2012 We all have the notion that eating fish would be the better option over bacon when it comes to health. And the truth is, it really is! Fish is a low fat, high protein food that has a range of […]
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Can gluten-free foods aid weight loss?
By Dr. Georgene Collins Labels can be misleading. Fat-free, nonfat and whole grain are examples of misleading labels commonly used in the food industry. However, in some cases, mislabeling can be life-threatening. Lately, a big concern has been the label “gluten-free,” and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is taking steps
Functional fitness training: Is it right for you?
Functional fitness exercises train your muscles to help you do everyday activities safely and efficiently. Find out more about functional fitness exercises — and what they can do for you. By Mayo Clinic staff Do you live to exercise? Unless you’re an elite athlete, you probably answered no to that
The Truth About Grass fed Beef
The Truth About Grassfed Beef – Whether you’re a meat eater or not, the method of raising animals on a grain diet in feedlot operations affects all of us. Discover the not so pleasant realities and detrimental consequences of feedlots and decide for yourself if the trend toward ‘pasture fed’
Weight Loss Trends
New weight loss trends pop up what seems like every day. Before giving one a go, learn what they are and which ones may work for you.
Food on the Go! Bars are Eating Up the Competition
The bar market is thriving amid hectic lifestyles, but read the ingredients list before substituting a meal. Sell your oven. Empty your cupboards. There’s no need for a mixer or food processor. Keep the fridge for drinks, and maybe the blender. Eating has never been easier. The trick? Bars, bars and more
Exercise as Good as Medicine in Treating Heart Disease
Research findings published in the British Medical Journal reveal that exercise is ‘as good as medicine’ in the treatment of heart diseases, and should be built-in when new drugs are being developed and tried. It said although limited in quantity, existing randomized trial evidence on exercise interventions suggests that exercise and
Eat right, sleep tight!
I am a huge proponent of feeding our kids well. They are our future. Their little bodies are growing like weeds, and their brains are being fueled by their food. But so are ours. Our brains might not grow as fast as our children’s, but they are being used and taxed,