There are thoughts on the raw lifestyle that cut both ways. While most see some benefits in eating raw foods (especially vegetables and fruits), they may stop short of buying in 100 percent to the raw movement and what raw foodists believe.Here are some quotes, however, from those who advocate the raw food lifestyle.
Fiber of Life Fiber is the indigestible remnants of plant cells found in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and beans. As they work their way through the digestive tract, they increase the elimination of waste matter in the large intestine and give you an urge to have a bowel movement. Eating fiber can turn [...]
Starting a Running Program Behind the inquisitive stares and shaking heads, I can tell the bystanders are really just curious about the allure of running. Why would someone wake up at the crack of dawn to race several miles? Why would they train outside on a windy, rainy day when the couch and a movie [...]
Trans Fat Free and Healthy? The war against trans fats has been an ongoing battle that reached a peak in recent years. In 2003 the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decided that trans fats should be listed on food labels. A year later, mounting scientific data led an FDA advisory committee to publicly state [...]
The fact is that many of us underestimate our caloric intake and over estimate the amount of exercise we are getting. Then we can’t understand why we aren’t losing more weight.
When we approach a wellness routine to protect ourselves from the impending cold and flu season, we need to address all fronts – even the tiniest ones, like our cells. For some, the phrase “The whole is the sum of its parts” may be a reminder that caring for the health of your cells, and the DNA inside them, is a great contribution for your whole body.
Many people intuitively know that when they find the magic word organic labeled on the package or signage, that means it’s something better for them to eat. Raw vitamins are even better and more natural for you.
The Colon and Digestive Disease Center of Huntsville, Alabama. “Super green foods are a wonderful way for people who aren’t consuming 5 or 6 servings a day to get those nutrients. They are good for all the reasons vegetables are good for you.”
Tea has been used as a health-promoting beverage for over 5,000 years. Modern research is now confirming tea’s extensive range of health benefits such as increased metabolism and energy levels, antioxidant protection, and cardiovascular and cellular health.
Probiotics help keep a balance of good bacteria in the gut, which in turn help balance the immune system of the gut, which helps balance the immune system of the body, even if kids aren’t having GI problems, probiotics can help to support and maintain the immune system. DHA helps support your childs health and well being.