All Blog Posts Tagged 'diet' (120)

DASH for More than Just Blood Pressure

The DASH Diet has been proven to lower blood pressure in as little as two weeks. Researchers are interested in the impact of the DASH diet on other aspects of heart health. A new study looked at the DASH diets effect on heart failure in women. Out of over 36,000 women between the ages of 4… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on November 10, 2009 at 9:30pm — No Comments

10 Secrets to Surviving the Holidays Without Gaining Weight!

Can you really enjoy the holidays without gaining weight? Join Dietitians Lisa Nelson and Ursula Ridens for this FREE Teleclass "10 Secrets to Surviving the Holidays Without Gaining Weight!" Call in from anywhere Thursday, November 12th 7-8 pm MT. Losing and maintaining a healthy weight depends on you making the right choices to achieve your goals and stop the weight loss roller coaster ride. However, the h… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on October 30, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

My Chat with Bob Harper

Last week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Bob Harper. If you live in a box a… Continue

Added by GetFitJenn on October 20, 2009 at 3:07pm — No Comments

Blurt: Yahoo!!! I’ve Lost Over 100 Pounds!!!

Milestone accomplished! I have now lost a total of 112 pounds!!! Yes, that’s right, One Hundred and Twelve Pounds!!! I am so excited! I have been thinking for awhile now I had reached this milestone but I have not been able to go weight in. But today, I finally had the opportunity. It feels so good! As ma… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on October 12, 2009 at 11:03am — 3 Comments

Use Vegetable Proteins to Lower Blood Pressure

You don’t have to follow a vegetarian diet to lower blood pressure, but there is solid evidence that vegetable proteins will lower blood pressure. A recent study compared dietary intake of the vegetable protein glutamic acid and blood pressure. The diet study showed a higher intake of glutamic acid linked to a 1.5 to 3 mm Hg decrease in systolic blood pressure (top number) and 1.0 to 1.6 mm Hg decreas… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on October 8, 2009 at 6:30pm — No Comments

Hello Iowa Avenue

I'm a new member here and this is my first post. It's exciting to find some more health nuts....er friends. I joined because I am a health blogger and wanted to connect to my blog articles, but it's even better that I get to connect with others with the same interests. Alkalarian, what's that? I'm an Alkalarian, or as some call it, Alkavorian. It's also known as an acid alkaline diet. All it means is I eat and drink mostly green! Yeah, it doesn't sound good does it? But, if you learn so… Continue

Added by Deborah Oakes, NPS on October 3, 2009 at 10:11am — 5 Comments

Hello Autumn!

It is so nice outside; I was so excited to be out there on my balcony doing my exercise routine this morning. I love the crisp morning air in the fall. It smells so clean and fresh, it is absolutely invigorating. I made sure to fill out my… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on September 30, 2009 at 8:34am — 1 Comment

Bingeing at Night?

Are you gorging on foods at night? Do you grab a bag of your favorite chips to watch TV? Do you overindulge on your favorite snack? Do you splurge and overdo to satisfy that feeling of depression? Do you find that after you open a bag of cookies it is gone or almost gone before you go to bed?… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on September 26, 2009 at 11:27am — 1 Comment

5 Strategies to Lose Weight

Here are five strategies you can start using today to promote long term weight loss: 1. Don't cut calories too low - Drastic calorie restriction can slow your metabolism. 2. Eat a well balanced breakfast everyday. 3. Strength train to build muscle mass and… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on September 17, 2009 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Pump up that Motivation

Sometimes when I am feeling down and depressed I start to think of how to get motivated to do the things that are necessary to achieve my goals. I want to be healthy but at times I just stop caring. I feel like the world just stops turning. It is as though I do not exist, that I am unimpor… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on September 13, 2009 at 9:06am — No Comments

3 Tips to Be Heart Healthy

Heart healthy tips can be quite simple! 1. Use olive oil to prepare your meals. Olive oil contains monounsaturated fat, which helps reduce LDL cholesterol. To receive the highest level of antioxidant benefits, select "extra-virgin" and "virgin" olive oils, the least processed forms. When you see the term “light” on olive oil labels, it indicates a reduced olive flavor. Simple ways to use more olive oil:

Sauté your vegetables in olive oil.

… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on August 31, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Fun, Exercise, and a Healthy Picnic

As the cool morning breeze blows gently, I enjoy my morning exercise routine. I notice a couple of leaves have started to change colors and realize Labor Day is just around the corner. These are… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on August 30, 2009 at 2:09pm — 3 Comments

Natural Cancer Treatments and Cures

Cancer is projected to become the leading cause of death worldwide in 2010. The rate of cancer doubled from 1975 to 2000 and is projected to double again by 2020. It is a disease that affects far to many people and in many instances can be prevented. Here are a few great reads to help you learn more strategies to prevent cancer or to help in treating cancers naturally. The Number One Way… Continue

Added by TC on August 30, 2009 at 12:46pm — No Comments

Temptation Got You Squirrelly?

When temptation arises do you start to feel irrational, like you have no mind of your own? When they bring out the appetizer, do you think, “I can eat just a few bites?” When you hear them start to sing Happy Birthday, does your mouth start to water for cake and ice cream? Do you just have… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on August 21, 2009 at 11:04am — No Comments

Journal and Succeed

I find it helpful and important to keep a journal of the foods I eat to achieve the healthy lifestyle I am living. Mainly, journaling helps me keep in mind what I am eating. It makes me think about what I eat and forces me to make a conscious decision whether or not I… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on August 11, 2009 at 6:56pm — No Comments

Tips to a Healthy Lifestyle

Okay, now you are motivated to make the changes in your life to obtain the weight loss you are seeking and to be a happier healthier you. How do you maintain and achieve success? What are some easy things for you to do that will make a difference to achieve your goal? What things can y… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on August 6, 2009 at 1:57pm — No Comments

Enjoying the not so lazy days of summer

As I sit on my balcony gazing out at the evening sky I am in awe of the beautiful pastel colors that intermix with the wispy clouds as the sun sets. The varying shades of blue, pink, red, and yellow intensify just before the sky turns a deep blue and settles into the dark black of nig… Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on August 1, 2009 at 10:31pm — 1 Comment

My Success!

I am reaching my goals. I have lost over 80 pounds! Click here to see my progress and read about how I am achieving success. Continue

Added by Brian, the old man on July 24, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

My Favourite Healthy Eating Lifestyles

Vegetarian or 'plant-based' diets can be a very healthy eating style. By not eating meat, you automatically consume less cholesterol and saturated fat. All the other rules still apply, however, of practicing variety, balance and moderation. Start your day with breakfast. Breakfast fills your "empty tank" to get you going after a long night without food. An… Continue

Added by Sara Micale on July 20, 2009 at 11:08pm — No Comments

Cure cancer with diet?

Diet is one of the major risk factors for cancer in Western societies. But it's not just about what we eat too much of. It's also about the foods we should learn to add to our table every day. Here is what you need to know about fighting cancer with food. Food extracts as po… Continue

Added by Susana on July 18, 2009 at 10:16pm — 2 Comments

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In the battle against chronic disease, specifically heart disease, the antioxidant content of berries is a fantastic weapon. Researchers in 2008 studied 72 volunteers over an eight week period. The volunteers were divided into a berry group and c...

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The publisher created a terrific promotional video with a reenactment of this scene: New book by Melanie Joy, Ph.D. The vast majority of Americans view eating meat as natural, normal and necessary while recognizing that vegetarianism is an ide...

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