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Electrolytes
They say you need to drink sports drinks after a hard game in order to replenish your electrolytes, but just what are electrolytes?
Herbs New Herb section comes with table with herb, its use and claims, and possible risks associated with that particular herb.
Fructose Facts
Just a few important facts about fructose sugar and the dangers it may
present to you and your family.
Best Natural Way to Lose Weight
Stay away from High Fructose Corn Syrup and sugar in general. That is
the easiest most effective way to lose weight. I know for some that is
like asking you to quit smoking or drinking. I know it's hard. I quit
smoking a few years back so I'm familiar with addictions.
Eat your Spinach
It worked for Popeye it can make you stronger too. Spinach contains
beta-ecdysterone which can increase muscle size and strength, and
octacosanol, which promotes strength. Spinach also is rich in the amino
acid glutamine, which raises growth-hormone levels and levels of
protein-synthesis-boosting leucine in muscle tissue, decreases muscle
breakdown and helps your immune system.
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No Excuse on not Getting in Shape
America is getting more obese every year. Even our children are becoming
dangerously obese, even though we are more self conscious over our
appearance.
Calcium Supplements
Increase Risk of Heart Attack
Ordinary calcium supplements taken by the elderly to strengthen bones
may boost the risk of heart attacks, according to study.
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D Facts Doctors are changing their minds about getting out in the sun. Getting sun exposure a few minutes a day at least 3 times a week can be very healthy. Vitamin D deficiency is being linked to a host of diseases that might be prevented with proper sun exposure, supplements, or fortified meals. |
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Superhero Workouts
and Comic Book Fitness Inspirations This is a section we dedicating to comic book superheroes. We'll look at how actors get into shape to play them on the big and little screens, and analyze how superheroes have shown it's possible to reach fitness levels of heroic proportions. |
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Stress and Our Health
What does stress do to our bodies, and what can you do to combat
stress in your life. Read it now.
The lowdown on how much is too much Vitamin A and how much is needed. Should you take supplements, and more. Read more.
Obesity Factors
I probably don't have to tell you that obesity rates are way out of control in the U.S., but what are some of the factors involved?
Stress, high fructose corn syrup, lack of exercise, are some of the
things to look out for. Read more
Could fluoride in our drinking water be hurting our health? Some doctors think so.
Changes attributed to
Aging
With improved healthcare and knowledge of important exercise and diets Americans are living longer these days. That is unless of course you factor in the obesity epidemic. All things considered then a person has a much greater chance of living a longer life than most of our parents and grandparents had. Today a greater percentage of Americans are 65 or older than in previous generations.
We explore some the physical issues we all may face as we get older.
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Eat Kale for powerful antioxidant properties
Vitamin C FactsC performs numerous physiological functions such as the synthesis of collagen, carnitine, and neurotransmitters, the synthesis and catabolism of tyrosine, and the metabolism of microsome.
Garlic For Your Health and Fitness
Garlic has been used as both food and medicine in many cultures for
thousands of years, dating at least as far back as the time that the
Giza pyramids were built. Garlic has been shown to have anti-bacteria effects and testosterone
boosting properties. Read more
HFCS made it's way into our foods and drinks starting in the 1970's. Since then obesity in America has exploded. What is this stuff and what harm can it do to you and your family? Read all about it here.