Nutritionists talk about the benefits of gelatin for health and beauty. Tasty, refreshing and easy to prepare, gelatin has been treated for many years as a food for children. But after several studies, experts say that it brings health benefits to people of all ages, working, for example, as an important source of collagen, a…
Obesity surgery is only done for severe chronic obesity that cannot be treated with diet and exercise control alone. This surgery is performed in the stomach and/or intestine. Severely obese people who have tried all other means of weight reduction are good candidates for obesity surgery. The main goal of this surgery is to reduce…
In the United States, about one in three adults is overweight. Worldwide, approximately 1.9 billion adults are classified as overweight. There are numerous diets and supplements on the market that promise to produce results. This can make it daunting trying to determine which method or product might help you lose excess weight. The ketogenic diet…
Want to start your journey to a healthier lifestyle? Then start grilling your food! Cooking food on the grill is generally healthier than cooking it on the stove or in the oven, but there are many other ways to keep food even more nutritious through the grill. Follow these effective and healthy grilling tips to…
Nutrition is often an overlooked element of marathon training. The right nutrition plan will make those long training runs look so much easier! Food is your source of energy. All foods are made up of carbohydrates, protein, fat, and fiber. Carbohydrates are linked to energy production, complete proteins are linked to tissue repair and building,…
There are many common weight loss myths that people follow when it comes to their health. Sometimes it is difficult to separate the myths and facts of weight loss from what is true. Many ring true, while others are just ridiculous. I once read somewhere that if you drink water at night you will gain…
According to Marketdata Enterprises, a market research firm, Americans spend more than $60 billion a year fighting weight gain. The huge weight loss industry includes everything from diet programs to gym memberships to exercise equipment. Lost in all this excess, however, are the disappointing and downright depressing statistics that people who want to lose weight…
The KettleWorx is a complete home fitness plan based on kettlebell training, used by professional bodybuilders and beginners alike. The Kettlebell comes complete with 10 DVDs and 200 unique exercises that guarantee an extraordinary workout and complete body transformation. With over 12 hours of personalized content and exercise guides, you can’t go wrong. As a…
Many people who are on a weight loss journey count the calories in the foods they eat on a daily basis. This way, it will be easier for them to track your progress. If you’re trying to lose a few pounds but still want to enjoy home-cooked meals, break out your crock pot and cook…
Take a look at your average gym. You will notice people doing various forms of exercise and cardio training. What you will NOT notice is that people do more than one style of cardio training. In fact, 95% of people in the gym will stick to some form of cardio. Whether it’s a slow and…
