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…
As every dieter knows, the time will come when weight-loss progress grinds to a frustrating halt. It’s the infamous weight-loss plateau, and nothing seems to break it. Well take heart, because there are effective ways to regain momentum. Here are five ways to take charge and reinvigorate a weight-loss plan….
by Rick Kelly Whether you are right in the middle of a diet and exercise program or successfully completing one, the main thing that you will notice is that the amount of fat you are burning off is slowing down. Those amazing results that you experienced when you first started…
If you watch the news or read the newspaper or magazines, it is easy to find a long list of reasons why you should lose or maintain your weight as well as an equally long – if not longer – list of unique diet ideas that are meant to make…
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, often referred to by the acronym GERD, is a medical condition becoming more and more common and which presently afflicts up to 20 million Americans. Even small babies can suffer from GERD, and it can produce very distressing symptoms. These symptoms vary with individuals, while infantile GERD…
You’ve probably already found dozens of fad diets that promise to help you “lose 10 pounds in 10 days!” or “lose 5 pounds this weekend!” but almost all of these diet plans will leave you hungry, tired and only losing a few pounds of water weight in the first few…
By Bob Held There are 17 million diabetics in the United States and 80 million more who are in some stage of insulin resistance. A diet high in carbohydrates and lack of nutrition are the two main factors in creating insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is a “pre-diabetic” condition, which, when…
By Melvin Juicing for joint pain and aches is a good long term solution. It is both effective and devoid of any side effects. One of the advantages with natural cure is that it has a holistic effect on your body. It rejuvenates the whole body. You don’t have to…
Open your spice cabinet and you will find a pharmacopoeia of ancient wisdom. You may also find yourself on the way to the hospital. Herbal medicine is not something to embark upon uninformed. Self-medication, in any form, can be risky. At the same time, there are many herbs and spices…
Fatigue…Weight gain…Depression…Hair loss… They are common symptoms to an underlying health problem, one that leaves many women asking “Do I have an underactive thyroid?” The answer is — it’s quite possible. An underactive thyroid can cause many health problems. Hypothyroidism is more common than you might think — up to…