Category Archives: Diets

We have been bombarded with diet plans, diet pills, fasting techniques and dozens of other weight loss programs in our quest to beat the bulge. For some people the drive to lose weight or to avoid the risk of obesity becomes an obsession; they want to know what the secret is to shedding pounds. Nutritionists, ...click here to read more

If you’re looking for a quick weight loss solution, a key ingredient in your cupboard may be part of the solution.  A new study published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry found that the compound, piperine, that gives black pepper its’ characteristic taste may aid with quick weight loss by blocking the formation ...click here to read more

Spring is all about starting fresh and that can include adjustments to our lifestyle. Many North Americans choose this time of year to begin new diet and exercise programs, and in recent years the spring detox has become very popular. There is a good and bad way to go about detoxification though. Registered dieticians say ...click here to read more

Adopting an optimistic outlook, surrounding yourself with loved ones, and exercising regularly will all help you to age gracefully. Consuming a healthy diet is also vitally important and choosing healthy food over processed food will help to increase your energy levels and reduce your risk of obesity. Reducing your risk of obesity is very important ...click here to read more

Does your body mass index (BMI) suggest that you need to lose weight or register in a local weight loss program?   For decades, BMI has been regarded as the standard tool in determining the amount of body fat of an individual, based on the ratio of the person’s height and weight.  The BMI of a ...click here to read more

People’s diets have changed drastically over the past few decades. Diets now consist of high-fat, high-carbohydrate, and calorie packed foods that have added on pounds to millions of people. The change in the diets of has increased obesity levels in this country – approximately 25% of North American adults are obese. It is accepted that ...click here to read more

With obesity levels on the rise around the world, many people are searching for quick weight loss options. They don’t want to be counting calories and limiting what they can eat, instead they want a simple, quick weight loss solution.  While there are prescription medications available for weight loss, they are expensive and have side ...click here to read more

Do you find it hard to skip your favorite chocolate bar or junk food for quick weight loss?  A recent study conducted by the Pennsylvania State University showed that eating chocolate or junk food such as a sweet snack actually helps in natural weight loss.  The most common recommendation for overweight and obese people is ...click here to read more

New research has found that two compounds which are used worldwide in the cultivation of non-organic soybeans, fruits and vegetables, cause direct death to kidney cells. According to a recent study published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology, Roundup and the Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) pesticides are toxic and they both cause direct damage to the ...click here to read more

Extra snacking while on a diet plan might not be the worst thing after all. The extra calories can end up being satisfying in ways that could even prevent higher fat snacking throughout the day. A little temptation might be possible, but giving into your food cravings without ruining your waistline can be tricky! Barbara ...click here to read more

Raquel Welch has earned her position as the ultimate sex symbol, so if you are what you eat, is it possible that you can be as sexy as Raquel Welch …even at 71 years old? It might well be possible, and Bel Marra’s Dr. Alwyn Wong shows us how: Well recognized for her sizzling roles ...click here to read more

The marketing trends in places such as China and India have been quite different however, with herbal products such as ginseng, gingko and triphala dominating the supplement industry. It appears as though West and East are beginning to merge however, and the global supplement market has grown over the past decade and continues to grow ...click here to read more

The liver is the largest solid organ in the body and serves a critical role in our overall health. Liver disease patients face a number of intestinal problems that are treated with medications; however, certain diets have proved to benefit those who are suffering. How liver works The liver has some critical functions, including the ...click here to read more

Would you choose grapefruit or pancakes for breakfast?  In the last decades, the list of functional foods has grown, resulting in a change in the eating habits and lifestyles of society.  Functional foods refer to consumable items that have been determined to contain natural compounds that are beneficial to the body.  These food items can ...click here to read more