All parts of our body need energy to work, which comes from the food we eat. The human body is powered by the energy produced by the breakdown of one chemical compound, called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is essentially the energy currency of the body. Mitochondria are the main site for ATP synthesis in mammals, […]
It costs the state over $100 billion a year, over 100 million Americans are still at risk and more than 400,000 have died from it over the past 12 months… It is sadly self inflicted and second only to smoking and left to its current trends it will easily take the number one slot within […]
Eating more fresh fruits and vegetables and leafy greens is recommended for better health. They are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, fiber and more. These sources of food are vital in helping keeping our weight down, improving our heart health, cutting down the risk of chronic diseases and generally keeping us healthy and fit. The […]
When transporting food to your picnic, keep in mind the following: Pack beverages in one cooler and perishable food in another. Keep raw meat, seafood, and poultry securely wrapped so their juices don’t contaminate cooked foods or foods eaten raw such as fruits and vegetables. Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables under running water before packing […]
Managing your dietary pattern can have a significant effect in your overall well-being. It can prevent you from cardio-vascular diseases, hypertension, diabetes and many more. To eat healthier food, you may need to change some of your daily habits. In order to eat a healthy diet, you need to make some changes which can lead […]
Bones set the foundation for life as we know it in our bodies. They give us shape, help us to stand tall, and keep everything in place. It’s important to give them as much love and attention as we can. Through diet and exercise, you can build up your bones to be bigger and stronger. […]
Arthritis is a painful condition where one or more joints of the body become inflamed; it typically worsens with age. With over one hundred different types of arthritis, the most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. While the different types have different causes, most often the body’s immune system begins to attack its own tissues, […]
Intermittent fasting is not so much a diet but a pattern or timing of how to eat. It is how early mankind fed itself for millennia. It has many benefits to improve our health. This article discusses intermittent fasting (IF), types of intermittent fasting and subsequent health benefits. To be very clear this article is […]
