Gluten intolerance is on the rise, leading many people to consider a gluten-free diet. Gluten intolerance is the inability to process gluten, the complex protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Gluten intolerance can be caused by Celiac Disease, NCGS or gluten allergies. Celiac Disease causes the celia (hair-like structures…
While getting all your essential nutrients from natural foods is ideal, it may not be practical in today’s society, and many people turn to vitamins to supplement their diets. Make no mistake about it, however, vitamin supplements are big business, and not all manufacturers have your best interests at heart….
The time-honored virtues of hiking have never been more apparent than during these challenging economic and social times. This activity delivers a targeted stimulus to each department of life: Commerce. Hiking is affordable in that it can be practiced close to home, saving thousands of dollars on vacation airfare and…
Having a balance in blood sugar levels is important in preventing diabetes complications. Some of these guidelines to having a healthy diet include limiting intake of sweets, frequently eating, watching the amount of carbs consumed, consuming whole grains, fruits and vegetables, eating less fat and cutting back on the consumption…
Conquering food cravings is vital to the success of your diet and weight-loss plan. No matter what diet plan you are on, you will inevitably face cravings. Everything seems to be going along smoothly; you’re doing great on your diet plan, and then you have a bad day or go…
Cramps, constipation, queasiness…if these uncomfortable symptoms result from feasting on your favorite foods, then you may be experiencing gluten intolerance symptoms. The symptoms of gluten intolerance may resemble celiac disease, but they are two very different conditions. Sufferers of this uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing condition may experience symptoms hours after…
Microwave popcorn might be an on-the-go dieter’s best friend. It’s a convenient, sometimes lower-calorie salty snack option. It’s a whole grain, and it offers plenty of fiber per serving, which fills you up. And it’s certainly better than the movie theater’s fat- and salt-laden offerings. But microwave popcorn is far…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
You may have already heard about celebrities and famous people enjoying the benefits of a raw food diet, a diet plan that involves eliminating meat, processed foods and any type of cooked food completely from the daily menu. The raw food diet program follows certain principles and guidelines so that…
In general, a vegetarian does not eat any animals, including fish or other creatures of the sea. Some vegetarians even choose to stop eating dairy products and eggs. The diet varies based on the individual’s beliefs or habits. A vegan restricts his or her intake to foods derived only from…
Think positive. If you think you’re going to fail at weight loss, you will. In order to lose weight, it’s important not to engage in negative thoughts. There are going to be times when you have a weak moment or you give into temptation. The key is getting back on…