About 1 in 3 adults in the United States has high blood pressure. The main cause of this condition is poor nutrition. Often high blood pressure has no signs or symptoms and therefore it’s often ignored. One may have it for years without knowing it. Unfortunately, during this period, the silent HBP may damage cardiovascular […]
8 cups of water a day will… Increase metabolism Fill you up Aid in weight loss Flush out toxins Get your healthier skin Reduce risks of certain cancers Help digestion and constipation Relieve fatigue Improve overall health AND ALL FOR 0 CALORIES
If you’re looking for a guide to learn what tea you should be drinking in different situations, then this poster is a good reference for you. I always store a variety of tea in my cabinet for different situations. chamomile tea green tea chai tea oolong tea peppermint tea Chamomile is one of the best
Did you know that there are more than 50,000 centenarians (people who are 100 years and older) living in the U.S. and the number is growing? Please take a look at this fascinating group of people and what we can learn from the centenariThe Centenarian Lifestylean lifestyle. Here are some interesting highlights: While there are
Apple peel contains ursolic acid which can boost muscle tone and may fight against obesity, fatty- liver disease and pre-diabetes. In a just published study in the University of Iowa, researches examined the effects of ursolic acid (a waxy component in the apple peel) on the mice with high-fat diet. Their results showed that although
By Sanjana Umarale Every day, a growing number of people choose to take a hiatus from their treadmills, ellipticals, and weights, and join a yoga class. Let’s be honest, an hour dedicated to breathing and slow-moving postures is a lot more appealing than an hour spent sweating in the confines of a gym! Because yoga
Prostate cancer is the cancer of prostate, a small gland of male reproductive system. Unfortunately, it’s the leading cause of death from cancer in men over 75. According to the National Institute of Health, people with higher risk include: African-American men, who are also likely to develop cancer at every age Men who are older
By: Sanjana Umarale Being a vegetarian is all about adopting a lifestyle that positively affects the way you feel. Whether it’s for religious reasons, animal-welfare concerns, or in the spirit of healthy eating, vegetarianism has the power to boost both your health and happiness. In fact, a recent study showed that nearly 23 million Americans
Most of us, including three quarters of American adults are vitamin-D deficient, which may cause serious problems. According to National Institute of Health, “vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in very few foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. It is also produced endogenously when ultraviolet rays from
This picture compares the sugar contents of different drinks. The best and healthiest drink among all drinks is water. If you like to have some taste, why not add a tiny slice of lemon or other fruits to that? How about this refreshing drink? It’s so easy-to-prepare and you only need fresh fruits,
[Last updated: November 8th 2012] Because of high fiber content, raisins are good aid in digestion. Also they’re abundant in minerals which are essential for bone health. More importantly, raisins are good source of antioxidants which fight against free radicals and help us to live younger and longer. Now a new body of research shows
Cycling has all sorts of health benefits that may help us to live younger and longer. As an example a study published last fall suggests that having a regular intense cycling workout may extend the life expectancy of male cyclists for 5.3 years. This number is 3.9 years for female cyclists (second poster).
Antioxidants are fighting against free radicals in our body. Free radicals are believed to be responsible for aging and many different diseases. Check out the extensive health benefits of these fruits and veggies.
I have a strong belief in the power of nutrition, so when my Dr. first told me I have an autoimmune disease I started researching food, nurses are the best, and worst, patients. We try to fix ourselves first, adjust our own medications, and do our own research. One of the first things I was
Scientists have recently discovered a way to lower your blood pressure, increase your heart health, improve depression symptoms, assist your immune system, reduce stress, induce sleep, invigorate the body and rejuvenate the mind. Sounds like some sort of huge medical breakthrough, except this is completely free, has no adverse side effects, is calorie free, caffeine
The sound of horns, sirens and noisy trucks may take a toll on your blood vessels, according to a recent study that found an association between traffic noise and risk of stroke. The results, based on surveys of more than 51,000 people in Denmark, showed that for every 10-decibel increase in noise level, the risk
For the past 13 years the American Lung Association releases a new State of the Air Report annually sharing their test results of air pollution across the United States. This year, they have been joined by InfoNewt to release an infographic designs based on the 2012 report. You can find the list of the Most
The Most Polluted Cities in the United States in 2012 Read More »
Beets are so effective in breaking up tumors mainly by their excellent amount of betacyanin; Betacyanin is the main ingredient that causes red beet its purple reddish color. Beets also have excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that are also fighting aging process in the body. If you love beets, you can also try their juice.
