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For most people, the idea of beginning a weight loss program sounds absurd. But what if there was a diet that required over-eating on high-fat foods for two days in order to jump-start a low-calorie diet? It sounds crazy, but one new diet is breaking all the rules and creating a smarter way to lose.

by Dr. Bradley Nelson

Trapped emotions: The invisible epidemic 

By Dave Markowitz

The Five Steps to Health

 

Ever wonder why certain nutrients are actually labeled with the word, vitamin before their letter? 

Samuel Johnson disparagingly referred to oats: "A grain, which in England is generally given to horses, but in Scotland supports the people.”  Sir Walter Scott is said to have retorted, "Yes, and where else will you see such horses and such men?”

So when it comes time to begin baring skin in the spring, moisturizing on a daily basis is fundamental to maintaining its health and beauty. Your skin needs extra care when the sun shines brighter, especially since environmental stress and everyday wear and tear cause undue damage to delicate skin tissue.

Did you know ? A Conserve is usually a jam made of fruit stewed in sugar. Harissa is a chili pepper paste commonly found in North African cooking, mainly Moroccan, Algerian, and Tunisian cuisine.

Is your popcorn healthy?  You will be surprised but the answer is “Yes”. In its purest sense popcorn is very close to nature; if it’s dry popped in hot air there are no oils, fats or sugars added to it – what you eat is simply the inside of the kernel.

When you wake up in the morning, are you refreshed and ready to go, or groggy and grumpy? For many people, the second scenario is all too common. You don’t necessarily have to have a sleep disorder to be experiencing problems getting a good night's rest.

Cold winter blast and dry indoor heat does not wear well on your skin. Whether you’re at home or out, exposure to cold winter conditions causes some damage. When you are outside, your skin turns raw and red. Dry heat in your home or workplace can dry and dull your skin. So, think about prevention and protection before is too late.

There is no doubt about it. What you eat affect not only who you are and what you can accomplish, but also how you look and feel, including your overall health and vitality. Eating a variety of healthy foods including fruit and vegetables is essential.

Dan and his wife Jane began selling their gluten free baked goods at her father’s family bakery in Scranton, PA. after Jane was diagnosed with celiac’s disease in  2001.  Jane like many others with celiac disease suffered significantly until she received the proper diagnosis and eliminated gluten from her diet.

When the temperature dips below freezing, it’s critical to protect your skin from cold-weather health risks. Frostbite occurs when the skin – and sometimes the tissue beneath the skin – freezes due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Depending on how long and how frozen the tissue, frostbite can result in severe, damage.

Today, the big killers in Western societies are the cancers, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and diabetes, most of which are preventable by diet.  Find  TOP 5 Foods for heart health.

When we talk about healthy snacks, most people naturally think of whole grain, no trans fat or cholesterol, low sodium, and not too much sugar, and increasingly people also think about certified gluten free, and about all natural or organic and non-GMO (i.e. no genetically modified organisms). In all of those ways, HomeFree cookies certainly are healthy snacks.

Cooking with olive oil is like cooking with wine. Never use a wine or olive oil that does not taste good to you. An inferior one will leave an aftertaste. If you do a taste test and compare the "pure" to the "extra-virgin" then you'll understand the difference.

Avocado oil is healthy, easy to use and it has a lot of health benefits. You can use it in kitchen or add to your home beauty routine.

Grocery shopping is a basic part of daily life for moms and dads who go to the store to pick out nutritious foods that keep the family healthy. But what many parents don't realize is that supermarkets are not the cleanest places. To keep your family healthy and protected from germs, follow these 10 ways to make grocery shopping more sanitary.

A wide range of medications are available to help individuals with asthma cope with symptoms. But a new study suggests treatment should also include testing indoor environments for mold.

Have you ever have the burger vs. salad debate at your favorite fast-food joint?

Mushrooms seem like a vegetable, but they’re actually the fruit of a fungus. Fungi are often depicted as yucky, or even malignant, in many fairy tales and other children’s stories (the witch is always brewing a concoction with toadstools), but some are edible bulbous elixirs that promote good health.

There are three main reasons why you will want to consider everyday juicing. Drinking 100 % Fruit Juice is Associated With Improved Nutrient Intake in Children and Adolescents. New research shows those who drink 100 percent juice have higher intakes of key nutrients compared to non-consumers.

Making up a glass of carrot juice is easy and drinking it regularly is great for your energy levels.

The word yoga comes from the Sanskirit word "yul" which means, " to bind, join, attach as well as union, to direct and concentrate one's attention, to use and apply"

By now you’ve probably heard all the positive press about quinoa — it’s firmly established in the superfood hall of fame.

Quinoa has a wonderful texture and a delicious nutty flavor, is quick and easy to work with, and is now inexpensively available in grocery and health food stores.  Camilla Saulsbury has worked her culinary magic once again to create mouthwatering quinoa recipes suitable for every meal and occasion.

Mmm… Did you know ? Chocolate makes anything taste better. Did you know that cacao is one of the most potent antioxidants you can find; even more effective at cutting oxidative stress than red wine.

According to the latest Japanese Scientific Research, a full ripe banana with dark patches on the yellow skin produces a substance called TNF (Tumor Necrosis Factor), which has the ability to combat abnormal cells...

Numerous studies show that cinnamon regulates blood sugar, making it a great choice for diabetics and hypoglycemics alike. It also reduces LDL cholesterol levels.

Strawberries are the most popular berry fruit in the world – and for a good reason.

If you have ever eaten Asian or Mexican food, you have likely tasted cilantro. Also know as Chinese parsley or fresh coriander...

Organic foods are not the only way to prove your allegiance to the environment