Top 5 Food Sensitivities

May 20, 2013

Hives, severe gas, wheezing…oh my! Do you suffer from any of these reactions after eating certain foods? If so, you might be suffering, along with an estimated 12 million Americans with food sensitivity. Let’s read up on the Top 5 Food Sensitivities!

TIP: Read the ingredient label carefully. The federal government requires packaged food to be properly labeled as to containing common food allergens.

Top 5 Food Sensitivities

Gluten – and wheat intolerance deals specifically with the wheat grain, while Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder which affects the body’s ability to process gluten proteins within the grain. It’s best to avoid baked goods, bread crumbs, cereals, beer, breaded food, sausage, sauces, ice cream, salad dressings and soups.

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Can You Naturally Reverse Aging?

May 10, 2013

Can you naturally reverse the signs of aging both inside and outside the body? Keep reading to learn more about free radicals, antioxidants and superfoods. Check out the list below “10 Tricks to Reverse Aging”.

Aging Versus Anti-Aging?

Aging by definition is the process of getting older, or an artificial process to make someone or something look older. Anti-aging is preventing, reversing or basically slowing down the aging process. We will all die at some point so you can’t stop aging but you can slow it down.

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The Myth of Gaining Weight While Traveling

May 4, 2013

Many people have expressed the opinion that those who go on vacation will inevitably gain weight. For those who have fought hard to eat right and live healthy, this can be distressing. However, this sentiment is largely mythical, and those who focus on the following tips can be assured that they will enjoy their vacation without gaining weight.

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Eat Right While Traveling

Eating right while traveling can be difficult, but there are steps vacationers can take. Most airports now offer healthy eating options, and arriving at the airport early can allow travelers to sit down and enjoy a healthy, tasty meal. Another option is to simply eat before leaving. Those taking long flights may also want to bring healthy snacks along as well. Bringing dried fruit and healthy alternatives can prevent you from being forced to order a high calorie, fattening meal on an airplane. Always pack something to nibble on during flight. Read more →

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Bone Health Diet

April 17, 2013

Our bodies require many nutrients working together for good bone health. Key nutrients include; magnesium, phosphorus, copper, zinc, manganese, folic acid, vitamins B6 C, D, and K. In addition protein is necessary to build collagen and healthy fats for Vitamin D absorption plus protection from bone destroying free radicals.

Tip: Most easily absorbed source of Vitamin D comes from the sun – just need 30 minutes every day (without sunscreen to allow absorption).

Bones are composed of 65% calcium phosphate salts for hardness and 35% collagen for flexibility. If the collagen is removed, the remaining calcium salts will shatter when a fall occurs. Studies have shown that consuming excessive calcium may increase the risk of fractures as we age.