Diets in Review
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I know that most nutritionists would tell you to not overdo it on Turkey Day. But, I’m of the opinion that it’s OK to let loose once in a while. So, enjoy seconds of that juicy turkey. … Continue reading
The benefits of moderate alcohol consumption, or lack thereof, have been debated for years. So, what’s the last call on alcohol? The verdict appears to be in favor of alcohol. If this research sticks, you can ward off heart disease, … Continue reading
Are you looking for a magic pill to lose weight? If so, you will most likely be sadly disappointed. WebMD reports on results from 30 trials that show people who took prescription weight loss medications lose only a small portion … Continue reading
Can eating fish make you smarter? It’s not a new hypothesis, but there are three new studies that continue to support this brain-boosting theory. Studies from Norway, Holland, and New Zealand support that the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids in … Continue reading
MSNBC.com has an interesting food quiz posted online. Steak vs. salmon, apples vs. bananas… Test your knowledge of how these foods and others stack up against each other. You’re issued a score similar to a conventional school grade.
When you’re looking to lose weight, what’s the first thing that you think of? How many calories do I need to get down to on a daily basis? Or, should I look to restrict my carb intake? We usually think … Continue reading
Overeating is a complex set of circumstances that range from psychological to simple ignorance about the foods we eat. But, what if when it’s all said and done, doctors could simply turn off your hunger like a light switch? The … Continue reading
Atkins has long been a divisive and controversial diet. There have been studies supporting the diet, and others that don’t. The latest doesn’t. Dr. Michael Miller, director of preventive cardiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, said … Continue reading
Do you want to decrease your chances of getting heart disease? Don’t eat. Well, consider fasting once in a while. In the 1970s, scientists found that Mormons had a smaller chance of dying from heart disease than the general population. … Continue reading
When you think of ways to prevent cancer, the first thing that comes to mind is probably not smoking. But, the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) says the link between body fat and cancer is something else you should consider. … Continue reading
Have you ever wondered how all those late night infomercials that reinvent new ways of selling the same thing keep getting airtime? They wouldn’t if people weren’t buying what they were selling. Now the data is here to prove it. … Continue reading