Have you tried coconut water? Coconut water became very popular last year because of claims that it has many health benefits. However is it as healthy as people say it is? Coconut water is the clear liquid inside young green coconuts. It is different from coconut milk which is a puree from coconut meat. It […]

Are you one of those coffee lovers who gave up coffee thinking it’s toxic for your body? I am. However, a recent study shows that coffee drinkers have a longer life. The study was done by the National Institute of Health and AARP involving 400,000 people. “I would say it offers some reassurance to coffee […]

When we see these words on product labels we think they’re health foods: “multigrain”, “no added sugar”, “no cholesterol”, and “no trans fat”. But that’s not the case. They may not have sugar or cholesterol but they have other ingredients that are just as bad for our health. There are a lot of foods that […]

Does your work require you to spend most of your time in the office? If so, you are not alone. Living a sedentary life is hazardous to your health. Fortunately, there are things you can do to stay in shape while you’re in the office. Here are some simple tips to help you stay fit […]

Summer is right around the corner- are you still carrying around your holiday weight? Getting your body ready for the beach will take a lot of hard work and dedication. There are no shortcuts. No wonder drugs can bring you optimum health and fitness. Depriving yourself of your favorite food and drink is not the […]

It’s Mom’s Day once again! The time of the year when mothers are appreciated for their tireless efforts every day – preparing meals, doing the laundry, cleaning the house, buying groceries, cleaning up after the kids, sending them to school, paying bills… and the list goes on. Most mothers have to juggle work and taking […]

The soybean is a popular legume native to Southeast Asia. Soy has been known to bring a lot of health benefits. It is often regarded as a good source of non-animal protein, iron, calcium, fibers, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B complex among others. Soy products have been known to lower the risk of heart […]

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. In 2008, the disease caused almost a quarter of the total deaths in the country, claiming more than 615,000 lives. Furthermore, more than 785,000 Americans experience their first heart attack each year. In 2010, coronary heart disease cost Americans approximately $108.9 billion […]

Child obesity in America has reached epidemic levels these past few years. A third of the country’s children are overweight. Physicians and health experts look at two primary reasons as the cause of this problem: lack of physical activity and poor nutrition. Children nowadays are simply not eating the right kind of food. It’s easy […]

There are many things to consider when making changes in food choices and exercise habits. And although several weight loss plans work at the start, we still need to maintain the results we’ve gained. Sticking to a plan and maintaining the results already achieved can be very difficult, especially when we are surrounded by a […]