When you hear the word burn, what does your mind think of? Sunburn? Burns from touching hot objects? Those are the most common ways to get a burn. Summer is here and many people are flocking to the beaches to enjoy the warm weather. Sometimes, it takes a while for a sun burn to make […]
Exercise To Lose Weight
July 3, 2010 by · 4 Comments
What comes to mind when you hear the word “exerciseâ€? Do you think of big equipment like treadmills, ellipticals, or heavy weight machines at a gym? Most people think that in order to lose weight, they have to join a gym. After all, that’s where all the necessary equipment is, right? On the contrary, you […]
Health Benefits Of Irish Moss
July 1, 2010 by · 5 Comments
Among the many foods that are considered to be super foods, Irish Moss is a lesser known item. Irish moss is a species of seaweed, that grows in massive amounts in the rocky parts of the Atlantic coasts of America and Europe. It also is found in parts of the Pacific. It gets it’s name […]
Naturally Low Sodium Foods
June 27, 2010 by · 2 Comments
I’m a label reader. One hundred percent. Every time I go to the grocery store, I always read the nutrition labels on the foods I buy. One of the things I pay close attention to is the sodium content of foods. Sodium is necessary for a healthy diet, but it’s easy to go overboard. It’s […]
Health Benefits Of Exercise For Children
June 25, 2010 by · 3 Comments
Obesity in the United States is a big issue. The amount of obese people is much greater today than it was only 30 years ago. For children, it’s the same. Between the years 1976-1980 and 2007-2008 obesity in preschool aged children went from 5% to 10%. During that same time span, the rate for 6 […]
Does Baking Soda Work For Heartburn Relief?
June 23, 2010 by · 1 Comment
Is seems as though there’s a prescription for everything these days. If you mention symptoms to your doctor, they waste no time writing a prescription. Not all ailments require a prescription though. Heartburn does have prescription medication options, but sometimes, they’re just not needed if the case is not too severe. Treating heartburn at home, […]
Why Are Beets Healthy?
June 22, 2010 by · 5 Comments
Beets are one of those vegetables that have a bad reputation. They look odd, and when you mention them to some people, you get a grimace in return. They may look a little strange, but beets are packed with lots of benefits. Beets can be eaten raw, cooked, cold, or hot. You’ll gain the same […]
