What do all people who gain weight have in common? Stress. Stress causes our body to over produce cortisol and in turn raises our insulin levels, making blood sugar drop and cravings for sweets start to arise. So that is the science behind why when we get stressed, why automatically want sweets. Stress can easily […]
#walking #workout Walking is one of the easiest workouts around. It seems so basic and simple, yet with a few variations you can make walking more intense. Now with so many Americans working from home, walking provides a great way to get your exercise without fancy equipment. While walking is pretty much 2nd nature, experts […]
#quarantine #diet #weight #loss The Big Q: Trying to lose the “Quarantine” pounds you packed on since Spring? The Big A: If yes, there are subtle things that can sabotage your diet. In order to set yourself up for success, you need to be aware of these Key tips that may be inhibiting your weight […]
Drink more water to boost metabolism. 70% of the Earth is water as is 60% of the human body. Still, water, along with sleep is a thing many take for granted. Drinking water is 1 of the easiest ways to speed up your digestion, burn calories, and improve your metabolism. The recommended minimum is 8 […]
If you are feeling the aches and pains of what you think is the flu, your diet may be the culprit instead, a new study confirms. Researchers took a look into what’s become known as “keto flu” the fatigue, headache, nausea and mental fog that some people develop soon after starting a ketogenic diet. The […]
It is Key to not only pay attention to what we eat, but when we eat. Over the years experts have made many dietary recommendations, including eating 3 full meals a day, grazing throughout the day, eating a high-protein snack at night and following a low-fat diet. Despite their recommendations, the number of overweight and […]
For better or worse, your social media friends might be influencing your eating habits, British researchers report. They asked nearly 400 college students to estimate how much fruit, veggies, snacks, and sugary drinks their Facebook friends ate each day. Those participants who believed their social media buddies ate the recommended 5 daily portions of fruits […]
On low-carb diets, meat and cheese are OK. On low-fat diets, fruit and oatmeal are fine. And with the latest diet trend, no foods at all are allowed for long stretches of time. A diet that forbids eating for hours on end might seem doomed in a culture where food is constantly available, but apps […]
1. Overview The ketogenic or “keto” diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet designed to promote the body’s metabolism running on fats and ketones rather than carbohydrates and sugars. The ketogenic diet is designed to promote ketosis, the fat metabolism often associated with fasting 2. Some History In Y 1921 endocrinologist Rollin Woodyatt discovered ketone bodies […]
70% of the Earth is water, 60% of our body is water, and water along with sleep is another thing we take for granted. Drinking water is 1 of the easiest ways to speed up digestion, burn calories, and improve metabolism. The recommended minimum is 8 glasses a day, but drinking more definitely does not […]
From Halloween through New Year’s, holiday weight gain affects people the world over and, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, it can happen with any major holiday, not just the Winter ones. As you may know, it is a lot harder to lose that weight than to put it on. […]
Our health needs change after 40 anni, and it’s how we embrace this new life chapter that will determine the outcome of the years ahead. So, it is Key to be mindful of the things that impact our health. The critical elements include relationships, stress levels, gut health, and dozens of other factors. To determine […]
Industry experts predict that spending on Rx medicines in the United States will reach $610-B by Y 2021. Americans often rush or get rushed into taking drugs too quickly, say physicians who believe in trying lifestyle changes 1st in many health situations. Very often, doctors diagnose their patients in “pre-disease” stages of a condition like […]
FLASH: Dark Chocolate May Help You Lose Weight Studies have found that eating chocolate 20 mins before and 5 mins after lunch and dinner have been shown to cut your appetite by up to 50%. As the flavonoids help decrease the potential for insulin resistance. It also contains healthy fats, which slow the absorption of […]
Fully 70% of the Earth is water, as is 60% of your body. And water along with sleep is another thing we take for granted. Drinking water is 1 of the easiest ways to speed up your digestion, burn calories, and improve your metabolism. The recommended minimum is 8 glasses a day, but drinking more […]
Nutrition consultant with Carlyn Rosenblum, MS, RD has this to say about drinking coffee on an empty stomach in the morning before breakfast. “There are a few reasons why coffee isn’t great first thing in the morning, especially for women,” says Ms. Rosenblum. “First, it increases cortisol, which can negatively impact ovulation, weight and hormonal balance.” […]
The Big Q: What is TRE that we have all be hearing about? The Big A: Time-restricted eating is just what it sounds like. It is a form of intermittent fasting where you eat all of your meals for the day within a restricted window of time, ranging from 2-8 hours. That means you are […]
FLASH: I suspect that virtually no 1 needs reason to love chocolate, but if you dom here is 1. According to a new study, the phenolic compounds in cocoa bean shells may help reverse obesity. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Illinois, suggests that 3 of the phenolic compounds in the shells […]
FLASH: Grounding is the practice of placing our bare feet on the ground, where negatively charged electrons in the Earth neutralize free radicals in our body. Grounding, or Earthing, is a scientifically-supported health practice that has been largely ignored by mainstream medicine despite a body of evidence for its effectiveness. Grounding is simply placing our […]
FLASH: New Study Finds New Link Between Processed Foods and Early Death A new study offers new evidence a diet full of junk food and other highly processed foods could be linked to an early death. The researchers in the NutriNet-Santé Study,with lead researcher Laure Schnabel, MD, MSc, of the University of Paris, published their […]
Some foods speed up your metabolism more than others or keep the appetite under control so that we can more easily lose weight and body fat. Experts point out that these Super foods should always be eaten as part of a healthy overall diet. According to Medical News Today there are the 8 Top fat-burning […]
The Ketogenic Diet, a Beginner’s Guide to Weight Loss The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that offers many health benefits. In fact, over 20 studies show that this type of diet can help you lose weight and improve your health. Ketogenic diets may even have benefits against diabetes, cancer, epilepsy and Alzheimer’s disease. Below is […]
There are lots of ways to lose a weight fast, but most of them will leave you hungry and unsatisfied. If you do not have an iron will, then hunger will cause you to give up on the plan just as fast. The plan outlined below will do the following: Reduce your appetite significantly. Make you […]
When trying to lose weight, even if it’s 10 or 20 lbs getting started is the hardest thing to do. But, for those who are truly obese, with 100’s of pounds to lose before getting to a healthy or ideal weight, the prospects of years of lifestyle changes is daunting. Facing that kind of challenge, […]
Mindful Eating a Key to Weight Loss There is a new trend, and it is all about mindfulness and health. Mindfulness is the Eastern concept of being more aware, and when it comes to eating, being more aware of what you eat, how you eat, why, and when you eat may well be the Key […]
Maintaining Your Weight During the Holidays The days are shorter and festive music is filling the air, there can be no doubt that the Holidays are just ahead. And, of course, the closer we get to the Holidays, the harder it is to stick to our fitness and weight maintenance and loss goals. As the […]
The Evidence is in, ‘Obesity can shorten one’s life A new study that tracked the weight and survival of more than 6,000 Americans for 24 years reinforces the notion that piling on excess pounds can lead to an earlier grave. Being statistically obese, but not simply overweight, was tied to a 27% increase in the […]
Just Cutting Calories is Not the Key to Losing Weight Just cutting calories is not the Key to losing weight, according to a new clinical trial. The Secret to shedding excess weight is eating a low-carb, high-fat diet, researchers found. Among 164 adults in a weight-loss study, those placed on a low-carb, high-fat diet burned […]
Conquer Cravings, Lose Weight Losing weight often comes down to changing the patterns and habits that led to overeating, and that takes self-control, and avoiding temptations that come with all things attached to sugar and sugar substitutes. Think of self-control as the inner voice that keeps you from indulging in high-calorie food and prompts […]
The Best Foods for Healthy Lungs Anthocyanins Protect Lung Health Flavonoids are a group of polyphenols, phytonutrients found in most fruits and vegetables. There are more than 6,000 unique flavonoids, but as a group, they’re most well-known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and have been found to lower the risk of many chronic conditions […]
Fasting: The Way to Good Health Research from the University of Southern California has found that a 3-day fast can regenerate the entire human immune system. This remarkable and major breakthrough points to a straightforward and low-cost way to improve health and well-being. Fasting, abstaining from all or some foods or drinks for a set […]
Late Breakfast, Early Dinner May Help Shed Body Fat The Big Q: Could the timing of breakfast and dinner help one eat less and lose body fat? The Big A: A small, preliminary study suggests it’s possible. People cut their daily calorie intake by about 25% when they held off on breakfast for 90 mins […]
Lower Back Pain Leads to Weight Gain Lower back pain is a common health complaint, and if it sidelines you for too long, it can lead to weight gain, a loss in your fitness level and keep you from doing things you really like to do. But not moving is not the answer Specific exercises […]
Eat Your Way to Good Health, Today and Everyday Every day, you can make cancer-fighting choices. In a given day, there is a lot we cannot control, like the weather and traffic. And there is a lot that we can. What we do, and do not do, on a regular basis adds up and can […]
Smokers Better off Stopping, Even if They Gain Weight If you quit smoking and gain weight, it may seem like you are trading 1 health problems for another. But a new US study finds you are better off stopping smoking in the long run even with the weight gain. Compared with smokers, even the quitters […]
Foods NOT to Eat for Good Health Losing weight can be/is hard, especially getting rid of the stubborn fat around the belly that stick around no matter how much you exercise and try to eat right. But according to the experts at “Eat This, Not That!” it might be what you are eating, not necessarily […]
On Avoiding Weight Gain as We Age It is a fact many of us begin to put on weight as we get older. Many people blame a sluggish metabolism for the weight gain. But, as it turns out, our metabolisms are not the reason when it comes to the pounds that come on with each […]
Protect Your Pancreas, It is Extremely Important We should all know that our pancreas is an extremely important organ in the body because it produces the hormone insulin and secretes it into the blood stream, keeping our blood sugar in check. So, it is a Key player in the war against diabetes. “In essence, it controls […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Impressions of the Portofino $RACE Remember that when Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) introduced the California in Y 2008 many of us felt that the car heavy, under-powered and unfocused, not a Ferrari. Now I have learned that it was meant to be a Maserati. Ferrari rectified the issue in Y 2014 with the addition of a […]
50% of American’s are Actively Trying to Lose Weight Half of the adults in the United States are trying to lose weight, according to a study published Thursday, with more Women than Men seeking to shed a some pounds The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, conducted from Ys 2013 through 2016, found that 49.1% […]
Bentley’s New Continental GT is a Mix of Power, Style and Luxury $VLKAY It’s been a long time coming, but thanks to some co-development and co-operation from sister company Porsche, Bentley, a unit of Volkswagen (OTCMKT:VLKAY) has released its 1st new Continental GT in 15 years. Porsche’s contribution is not visible, but the new Continental […]
F1: Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Votes in Favor of Aero Changes $RACE F1’s governing body the FIA has approved rule changes designed to increase overtaking and promote closer racing in as part of an ongoing initiative to win back fans. From next year, F1 aerodynamics will be simplified. The racing cars will have a front wing with […]
Bad Eating Habits Are A Key Cause of Poor Health Weight gain results from an imbalance of healthy and unhealthy eating habits. The healthy side Whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean protein and plant-based fats. The unhealthy side Sugary foods, those high in saturated fats, and packaged and processed foods. But it is not just […]
F1: Ferrari Powered 2018 Haas Racer is 1st to Debut $RACE Wednesday, Haas become the 1st team to reveal images of its 2018 F1 car, the VF-18 The Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) powered car is an evolution of last year’s VF-17, with the most visible differences being the removal of the shark fin engine cover and the […]
Obesity is Deadly! Obesity is a deadly health condition, associated with heart disease, diabetes, depression, cancer and premature death, take good care of yourself. Today it is growing at epidemic proportions and researchers find it may spread through communities. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 30% of adult Americans […]
Celebrate the Holidays, Do Not Linger by Food Celebrating the Christmas-New Year Holidays is fun, but the festivities can add up to weight gain if you aren’t careful. Pre-planning is Key if you do not want to start next year with a big weight loss goal. This is the perfect time of year to step […]
Arthritis Sufferers Much Higher Than Current Estimates Arthritis affects a much higher percentage of the adult population and at a younger age than previously thought. A study recently published in Arthritis & Rheumatology indicates that the number of people suffering from arthritis in the United States has been significantly underestimated, especially among those who are older than […]
Too Many Americans Rely on Rx Medications The Big Q: Is your doctor all too quick with the Prescription pad? Too many Americans are relying on Rx (prescription) drugs, say the experts, as some patients demand drugs as a 1st response, others are persuaded by their physicians. So, when should you try an intervening method […]
Your Pet Dog Need This Every Day… I have lost count of how many years now pet obesity has been on the rise, along with all the disorders that inevitably result when animals are overfed and under-exercised. According to pet insurer Nationwide, in Y 2016 over 1.3-M pet owner claims totaling more than $60-M were […]
Obesity How it Starts, How To End It It is time to get real about food! Obesity is rooted in the wrong food choices, not lack of exercise. And the food industry has been permitted to confuse the issue by shifting the focus and discussion to exercise, omitting the importance of one’s specific food choices. […]
Effects of Obesity on the Human Body & Their Symptoms Obesity is a concern that should be addressed immediately, because it can/does cause many serious complications. Below is a list of health complications that can arise due to obesity, as well as their symptoms, as follows: Type 2 Diabetes: Most people who are obese develop […]
Intermittent Fasting for Good Health & Longevity Nutritional experts have looked at the health effects of a fasting diet (FMD) in humans. In a recent study 100 participants did 3 cycles of FMD, which involves semi-fasting for 5 days each month. The FMD diet is low in calories, sugars and protein, but high in healthy […]
High Cardiovascular Risk Found in Normal Weight Individuals Just because you are slim does not mean you are free of cardiovascular risk. A new study reveals that about a 33% of all people with a normal body mass index (BMI) had risks for heart disease, especially those of Hispanic and South Asian descent. Researchers from […]
‘Healthy’ Obese Face Higher Heart Attack Risk Even without high blood pressure or other signs of illness, obese adults have a much higher risk of developing heart disease than normal-weight peers, according to a new study from Denmark. The results contradict recent research suggesting a subgroup of obese individuals known as “metabolically healthy obese” may […]
Caffeine in Coffee Boosts Enzyme That May Block Dementia Researchers have identified 24 compounds, including caffeine, that may boost an enzyme in the brain that has been shown to guard against dementia. The enzyme, called NMNAT2, was discovered by researchers at Indiana University, and it reduces the damage caused by harmful proteins in the brain. […]
Eat Smart Foods for a Healthy Heart February is American Heart Month, and the ideal time to begin to make healthier food swaps Simple food swaps can save your life. That is the conclusion of a new double-blind randomized controlled trial published in the British Journal of Nutrition that found even small dietary changes can […]
High Blood Pressure can Lead to Stroke, Heart Problems & Kidney Disease + $CRRVF The new study shows public health efforts to improve blood pressure control are working, but “there are still disparities that still affect minorities,” said senior author Dr. Edgar Argulian, of Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital in New York City. Treatment of […]
Exercise: Variety is the ‘Spice of Life’ The experts say to build an exercise habit that will last a lifetime, look for an activity you really enjoy and then team up with others who provide you with social interaction during your workout and reward and motivation to continue the process. “If you haven’t found something […]
“No Solid Evidence to Support that Diet Drinks are a Healthy Choice” $KO, $PEP Although diet and sugar-free drinks are often promoted as healthier choices, a new study found they are no more helpful for losing weight or preventing weight gain than their full-sugar versions. Diet drinks contain no sugar and are sweetened with artificial […]
Strength Training is an Essential Fitness Component for Everyone Years ago, it was called weight lifting, and associated with body builders and muscle-bound athletes. Today, “strength training” is the popular term, and it’s regarded as an essential component of fitness for everyone. But there are lingering myths that stop many people over 50 from reaping […]
Paris Auto Show: Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Says No Electric Cars $RACE Almost daily we see another major automotive brand announcing a battery-electric power initiative aka EV. But, not at Ferrari. The Italian Supercar maker is determined that there will be no silent surge of power in its near future, even as Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, and BMW all […]
Full-fat Products are Healthy Dietary Staples Study after study has demonstrated that low-fat, high-carbohydrate diets just do not work to drive weight loss or prevent disease. In fact, they are the things causing the obesity epidemic, which is a contributing factor to cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. “Finally Americans are getting rid of the not-fat […]
Those “Few” Extra Pounds are Not Healthy The Big Q: Are a few extra pounds really a danger to your health? The Big A: Yes, says USC researcher Jonathan Samet, and being overweight increases the risk of premature death. It is widely accepted that obesity is a health risk, but the dangers of simply being […]
Want to Lose Weight, Include Thin Friends in Your Life A new study reveals that if you are heavy, you are more likely to lose weight if you widen your social circle to include thinner friends. Heavy people may be concerned about weight discrimination and also feel more comfortable hanging out with people who are […]
Lamborghini Aventador LP750-4 SuperVeloce (SV) $VLKAY SuperVeloce (SV) means exceptional speed or SuperFast in Italian! If you think the regular Aventador already looks hot, then the SV variant will light you up from the 50 yard line. The huge rear wing, redesigned front nose, the longer, deeper spoilers and splitters are guaranteed thrilling to see. […]
Stop Abusing Your Body & Brain, Cut Out Junk Food The alarming rate of obesity in America has caused us to rethink the way we eat, the way we move, and our overall lifestyles. Science continues to prove the importance of maintaining a healthy weight, and now, researchers are giving us just one more reason. […]
Americans are Getting Heavier and Heavier Since the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, the average American has put on 15 or more additional pounds without getting any taller. Even 11-year-old kids aren’t immune from this weight plague, the study found. Girls are more than 7 pounds heavier even though their height is the same. Boys […]
Go Green, Lose Weight This Summer Americans spend millions of dollars yearly on fad diets, wild exercise plans, and complicated calorie-cutting methods to lose weight. But, the Key to shedding a few pounds is not complex; all you have to do is start eating “Green.” High levels of the hormone cause the body to store […]
Healthy Meal Delivery Startup ‘Freshly’ Raises $21-M An NYC-based company that delivers healthy meals for a price of at about $11 per meal, the model is different from others in some Key ways. Unlike a meal kit service Blue Apron, Freshly meals do not require any cooking just heat and serve, and unlike on-demand meal […]
1st Time Buyers of EV’s and Hybrid Cars Eligible for Tax Credits US environmentally-conscious taxpayers can choose from a variety of vehicles powered solely or partially by electricity. Some of the cars on this list are “head scratchers”, as in the Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid base priced at $845,000 (pictured above), humm! In addition to the perceived ecological […]
Eat Organic Green Vegetables, Lose Weight In the Spring many people attempt to get a Summer beach body by turning to fad diets, crazy exercise plans, and incredibly complicated calorie-cutting methods. What most people do not know is that the Key to weight loss is much less complex. If you want to lose weight, all […]
Heart Care: Manage Stress, Avoid False & Misleading Information When it comes to taking good care of your heart, there is a lot of information is available on the Internet, some accurate and helpful, a lot of false and misleading information and dangerous. The issue with Internet searches is that there’s no way for people […]
We Cannot Exercise Our Way Out Of A Poor Diet Being slim is not necessarily proof of being healthy. Metabolic dysfunction can strike anyone not following an really healthy diet. Carrying excess weight almost always guarantees one will suffer health problems. And so, this is why childhood obesity is a grave concern, as obese children […]