Lifestyle, food and health articles
Yes, there is a distinction and that distinction is based predominately upon longevity and severity? Is “severity” the correct word? Probably not, how about “personal involvement” or “investment?” A diet implies a temporary adjustment to the amount and/or type of food consumed that ends once …
Talk about your oxymoronic titles…Healthy Comfort Foods, really? That’s like saying “an in-depth Disney movie” or “a horrible Pink Floyd song.” These things just aren’t possible. Well, I’m here to tell you that there are, in fact, healthy comfort foods out there (and one or …
Every October 1st, since 1977, has been designated World Vegetarian Day by the North American Vegetarian Society (NAVS). The NAVS states that it created World Vegetarian Day “…to promote the joy, compassion and life-enhancing possibilities of vegetarianism.” And because “It brings awareness to the ethical, …
Yes, there are at least ten things you could begin doing right now that could potentially extend your lifespan…call them life hacks if you like. Of course, these things are not guaranteed to add years to your life (isn’t there a saying about no guarantees …
There really is no denying it, a consistent, healthy diet aids in weight loss, which has numerous other beneficial side effects such as improved quality of life and adding years to your life (exercise does as well, but that’s another post for another day). As of …
Whether you have osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or any of the 98 other types, the problem causing your pain is inflammation. So first and foremost, follow the advice of your doctor. But there are other things you can do to help, and one of those is …
The commercial world would have you believe that there are lots of healthy packaged foods out there. But be careful- many so-called “healthy” snacks are loaded with sodium or sugar, or both. Here are the ten most unhealthy “healthy” snacks. Granola– Looks healthy, tastes great, …
Are you, like my family, working on getting rid of a few excess pounds? Well, then, you already know to stay away from processed foods, get more exercise, and eat more fruits and vegetables. But here are some clever food swaps you can use to …
This is an interesting question. The short answer is that a macronutrient is one of three nutrients that your body needs every day in order to… well, to live! They provide the energy needed to maintain your lovely body. Those are: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. …
It’s been in the news a lot in the last few years. Omega 3! It’s the new health guarantee! But is it? Well, as always, the hype is partly right. Omega 3 fatty acids are incredibly good for the heart. It’s an acid the body …