Diet
Low Carb Diets Are Back – Health Benefits Proved
A recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine has revealed that eating a low carbohydrate diet is more effective at reducing blood pressure than taking weight-loss pills such as Orlistat. High blood pressure can lead to more serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke and kidney problems. Doctors often prescribe weight loss... »
Soluble fibre is The Best Way to Treat IBS
Recent research carried out by Utrecht University, Netherlands, and published in the British Medical Journal has concluded people that suffer from IBS should take soluble fiber supplements. The study compared the effects of adding bran of soluble fiber, and the fiber was most effective. In some cases the bran actually irritated the bowel more. Millions... »
Woman’s 10 Minute Kickboxing Aerobics Workout
This 10 minute workout provides an energetic workout based on the training moves of kickboxing. The workout focuses on arm and leg coordination, and utilises all the main moves, from jabs, crosses, hooks, upper cuts, knees and kicking routines. Unlike many kickercise / boxercise workouts martial applications are still evident and you are reminded to... »
California is Getting Fatter as the Credit Crunch Bites
The Los Angeles Times reports that during these times of economic uncertainty, the tightening of belts is actually leading to the expanding of waistlines. While to stock market crashes all around us and grocery bills are rocketing you would be excused for losing your appetite. However, the reverse seems to be true. As the economy... »
Super Foods for Super Health
There has been some controversy over the term “super foods” in recent months, as some nutritionists and health advisers have warned that this term is misleading the public into believing that good health is attainable simply by adding a few different ingredients to their diets. As we know, this is certainly not true. However,... »






