One end of a clear plastic tube is put into the rectum. During the procedure, the colon is filled up with water through the tube. The water and other contents of the colon are drained through a second tube. Fecal matter is removed from the colon walls, while at the…
When your days of pregnancy are finally over, you may be left with several pregnancy pounds and loose skin. Losing weight after pregnancy is possible with the right workouts and a healthy diet plan, but you won’t be able to lose the baby weight without a strong desire and commitment…
There are those dieters who believe that skipping meals will actually kick start the weight loss process. According to one expert from the National Institute on Aging, people in good health can actually benefit from going without food one day a week, or cutting back calories a couple of days…
Is it time for a lunch reboot? If your kids (and you) are sick of the same old, same old soggy sandwiches and underwhelming sides, then try some fresh and healthful ideas. Substitute a tortilla for bread, roll it all up and getting them to eat a sandwich is a…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Isn’t is downright nasty when you are on diet and you are working out, and eating only healthy foods when you hop on the sale at the end of the week, to find out you gained five pounds? And you’re wondering if you grew a third foot overnight, or if…
These are the assertions made by Quick Weight Loss Centers, a Florida-based company that offers one-on-one counseling with trained professionals. Just recently they hold a contest for the most compelling Quick Weight Loss Success Story. Between the 25 finalists, they lost a combined total of 1,500 pounds. Although they’ve narrowed…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
There are many delicious foods that contain natural anti-inflammatory compounds. But first, let’s make sure you’re not consuming foods that are actually increasing your discomfort. Sugar really disrupts your body chemistry in many negative ways and can make your body and mind feel tired and achy. People often crave sugar,…
The Cabbage Soup Recipe can be prepared like so: 6 large green onion2 green peppers1 or 2 cans of tomatoes (diced or whole)3 carrots1 10 oz. container of mushrooms1 bunch of celeryhalf a head of cabbage 1 package Lipton soup mix 1 or 2 cubes of bouillon (optional)1 48 ounces…
You may not know it, but May is actually Better Sleep Month. It’s not just a good excuse to go out and get a new pillow – it’s also an opportunity to take an eye-opening look at your sleep habits. Sleep is an important component of good health. According to…