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Archive for January, 2010
World’s Best Crispbread
This is the crispbread recipe used in the healthy & active metabolism program that I run at my clinic for patients. It is a great way for people to try different grains other than wheat and to enjoy a tasty treat while keeping blood sugar fluctuations to a minimum. Lose weight and feel great...
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“Microwave-Safe”, eh? For you or the plastic?!!
When you’re hungry, leftovers from last night’s tasty dinner are a real treat. But before you go and heat them up in the microwave, think about what is touching the food. Chances are, it’s plastic – a plastic food storage container, styrofoam, food wrap, etc.
When heat is applied to food, chemicals may leech out...
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The ‘mysterious’ injection that helped win the Super Bowl
As the Super Bowl (the National Football League’s championship game) approaches, you may be interested in the play on the field, the commercials on TV, or the half-time show. But last year, everyone was talking about the “miracle treatment” that allowed Pittsburgh receiver and former Super Bowl MVP Hines Ward to recover from a...
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Does Vitamin C really cause cataracts?
Recent news suggests that high-dose Vitamin C “causes” cataracts? That is unusual considering the amount of scientific evidence about the significant health benefits from high-dose Vitamin C. Turns out a problem with the design of the study may have resulted in scientists making some misleading conclusions. See for yourself.
To C or Not to C?...
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How often should you be having bowel movements?
Optimal health includes having 2-3 normal bowel movements per day. If we eat 3 full meals a day and only eliminate once a day, once every other day, or twice a week, think about all the festering un-eliminated waste matter inside you that you are reabsorbing.
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Artificial sweeteners are toxic to your body
You know that sweet-tooth of yours? Aspartame (Nutrasweet or Equal) and Splenda (Sucralose) are associated with cancer, birth defects, and neurological symptoms. Oh, and they make you fat, too! Think twice before you drink “diet” pop and chew “sugar-free” gum. Instead, use natural sweeteners in moderation.
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Bone and joint disorders are a major health issue
2000-2010 was declared as the Bone and Joint Decade. Joint diseases account for half of all chronic conditions in persons aged 65 and over. Back pain is the second leading cause of sick leave. Fractures related to Osteoporosis have almost doubled in number in the last decade.
http://www.bjdcanada.org
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“Meat And Potatoes” diet almost ends champion’s career
UFC Heavyweight Champion, Brock Lesnar, is a professional athlete at the top of his sport and an awesome physical specimen. At age 32, he almost died. Why? Because he hates eating his veggies and his digestive system shut down due to the lack of fibre in his diet.
ESPN Exclusive: Brock Lesnar – ESPN Video...
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Supplement if you want more out of your body
Why take nutritional supplements? Most adult women don’t meet the Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) for Zinc, Vitamin B, Calcium, Magnesium, or Vitamin E and most adult men don’t meet the RDI for Zinc and Magnesium. The RDI levels for vitamins and minerals were developed to prevent malnutrition. In other words, the RDI …is the...
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Dehydration makes you weak
Water is the most important thing to put into your body and your muscles. Even the slightest amount of dehydration can decrease a persons strength up to 15%. Remember that the next time you are feeling weak during your gym workout or just dragging your butt around throughout the day.
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