Food Industry Swears To Produce Healthier Stuff

May 17, 2010
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If you can improve the nutritional benefits of junk foods, then you’re on your way to becoming a food messiah. The food industry has recently reached out to White House and said that they are ready to improve the nutrition of their products.

But of course, if we are to believe that companies will cut down on their junk food production, that would be a total waste of effort. Companies are only ready to follow certain legislations if there’s something for them too.

The White House is working on putting healthier stuff on shelves, but a spokesman for Grocery Manufacturers Association said that the industry can very well produce healthier stuff on…

Health Benefits Of Thyme

May 17, 2010
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Thyme has been used since ancient times in making herbs, and even spices. It is a delicate herb with a strong fragrance, which is why they are also often used for their aroma. Thymes are widely used in Greece for sacred temples while Egyptians used it for embalming. Also, thyme oil has been used for their antiseptic properties.

Here are the health benefits of eating thyme:

* Thyme is a natural medicine that is used for treating chest and respiratory problems. It serves as an effective cure for bronchitis, coughs and chest congestion as well.
* The herb is highly effective on mucous membranes present in the lungs and stomach.
* It helps in…

Get To Know The New Me Diet

May 17, 2010
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There are all kinds of diets nowadays, a far distance reminder of how there were only two kinds of diets before—cardio and weights. Now, there’s the new diet method—the high-density diet. The New Me Diet, developed by Drs. Jade and Keoni Teta, focuses on high-intensity training and nutrition that can trigger the body’s fat-burning hormones.

According to the New Me Diet, which stands for “Metabolic Effect,” a dieter can lose as much as 15 pounds in three weeks once you use this high-intensity diet. This involves circuit resistance training with heavy weights and short rest periods that lasts for only 31 minutes.

The creators of the diet can lead to increased fat…

Health Benefits Of Eggplant

May 17, 2010
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Eggplant (or Brinjal) is a perennial vegetable that belongs to the nightshade or Solanaceae family. It can grow as much as 16 to 57 inches with spiny items stems. It comes in different colors like lavender, yellow-white, orange and jade green. The flesh is cream-colored with a bitter taste and spongy consistency.

Here are the health benefits of eating eggplants:

* Nasunin, the potent antioxidant, also shields the brain cell membranes from any kind of damage and injury. This is really important as the membrane protects the cells from free radicals, allowing the entry of nutrients and exit of harmful wastes. It also receives instructions from messenger molecules telling what activities the…

Health Benefits Of Green Peas

May 17, 2010
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Green peas are classified as fruit but they have been used as vegetable since ages.  They are described as small spherical seeds or pods of legume Pisum sativum. They are cultivated during the cool season. They are very rich in protein and have high nutritional value in terms of vitamins and minerals.

Here are the health benefits of green peas:

* Being low in calories, green peas are good for those who are trying to lose weight.
* Green peas are rich in dietary fiber, making them good for those suffering from constipation.
* Studies have indicated that green peas might prove beneficial for those suffering from the problem of high cholesterol.
* The high…

New Weight Loss Surgery Might Have No Need For Surgery At All

May 17, 2010
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Incision-free bariatric surgery has been the leading medical procedure for losing weight these days. But according to new research, there’s now a surgery-free procedure that is making the rounds.

The procedure, called the Gastric Mind Band Hypnosis, is fast becoming popular in North America. In fact, a clinic in Washington charges for the procedure a staggering amount of $1,400. The procedure has a “pre-surgery” where a patient will be counseled by talking about her food choices. During the final session, the patient will be brought to an operating room. But instead of injecting the patient with anesthesia, someone has already put the patient under hypnosis. Mere hours later, the patient will…

Five Things To Help You Stay Fit And Healthy

May 17, 2010
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When you’re walking down school halls or even the malls and you happen to see fit ladies, don’t it amazes you how they stay fit and healthy despite all the sumptuous treats you can indulge yourselves into these days?

Well, here are some five tips you can do to help you achieve the kind of body that you want:

1. Sleep and wake up naturally in the morning
2. Exercise in the morning
3. Use positive self-talk
4. Rebound from setbacks
5. Set and accomplish goals

It is important for people to sleep well at night and wake up naturally in the morning, so that their bodies get tuned to your life’s everyday grind. It is also…

Obesity In Politicians May Affect Their Winnability

May 17, 2010
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Who would have thought that we would arrive at a time where the future of the nation would like on the hands of an obese or healthy politician? In the last several years, studies have shown that a politician’s weight has become a big factor to whether or not the public will vote for him or not again.

Can you recall Mike Huckabee? The one politician who had to lose 120 pounds to be able to be reelected? He mentioned it quite a bit during his campaign; and true enough, I sometimes think there’s also logic behind there. I think what the public is trying to impart is that they don’t…

Health Benefits Of Crabs

May 17, 2010
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One of the most popular seafoods, crabs differs in tastes as they vary in kinds. Crabs are rich in minerals and vitamins that are all deemed healthy for the body. There are different variations of crabs. The Blue crabs are small crustaceans that can be found along the Atlantic coast they are popular because of their soft shell, and they can be eaten along with their shells.

Dungeness crabs, on the other hand, are large and meaty. They are mostly found along the Atlantic coast. King crabs are the ones that have most meat on their legs rather than on their claws while stone crabs, which are found in Texas and…

Is The Sit-Stand Desk Effective For Diet?

May 17, 2010
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If you spend lots of time sitting in front of your desks, then you probably have that strange sensation that you’re getting fatter every minute you spend in front of your tables. And because of this, some company decided to produce this “Sit/Stand Desk,” where users are given the choice to either stand or sit.

The desks apparently have a number of health benefits, including increasing productivity, reducing neck and back pain, providing more energy throughout the day and improving the body’s flexibility. Also, it said that standing up will help us burn more calories than when we are sitting down. Approximately 12 to 50 calories per hour can be lost…