Turmeric is considered one of nature’s most powerful healers. The medicinal properties of this spice have been known for centuries. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. Turmeric is an effective anti-inflammatory and treats many health conditions from cancer to Alzheimer’s disease. In India, turmeric has been used for over…
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Or putting it another way – when is a calorie NOT a calorie? When it comes to weight loss, the only thing that really matters is “calories in versus calories out.” In other words, if you burn off more calories than you eat for an extended period of time, you…
Knowing how to protect your knees from damage can mean the difference between a fulfilling lifestyle and long term, strained mobility. Knee problems can happen to anyone. Because they’re the main hinge between the ground and the rest of your body, the knees serve as your ‘wheels’ that get you…
Which is better? Fruit Juice or Whole Fruit? If you look at the two in terms of nutrition, the main difference is fiber content. Whole fruit has it and fruit juice does not, unless it is specifically added. If you are someone who is trying to manage weight or lose…
Don’t miss Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 and Part 4 I hope you enjoyed reading parts 1 to 4. Here is the concluding part – 5 Your weight What’s happening. Maintaining a healthy weight — or losing weight if you’re overweight — is more difficult as you get older.…
When we talk about eating a variety of foods, it looks as though it is a recommendation for a recipe for weight gain. Yet, it actually helps you lose pounds, even as it gives your body the nutrients it needs to burn fat. Some foods are so strongly connected with…
Continued from Part 1 You Should Know For women it may be their brains and not their stomachs that lead to overeating. A recent imaging study showed that a woman’s brain drives her to overeat when presented with her favorite foods or when she is under emotional stress. The same…