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Omega-3 -Your Body Needs it What happens if you don’t have enough omega-3 fatty acids in your diet? Symptoms you can expect include fatigue, mood swings, depression, poor circulation, and memory problems. Clinical research has demonstrated the importance of omega-3 fatty acids not only in how well our bodies function, but how well they prevent health problems. Omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce inflammation and improve cognitive function. In infants and children, omega-3 fatty acids promote healthy growth and development and help prevent nerve disorders and vision problems. Plus, these essential fatty acids help lower your risk for heart disease, certain cancers, arthritis, and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. How Much Omega-3 Your Body Needs? Since the body cannot create its own supply of this essential nutrient, it helps to know, which omega-3 foods you should be eating. Healthy adults should aim for between 250-2000mg of omega-3 daily, per the

Fat burners - What is it? Fat burners (or thermogenics) are dietary supplements that contain herbal extracts and stimulants that use the process of thermogenesis to encourage weight loss. Thermogenesis is where the core body temperature is increased, in turn giving a boost to the metabolic rate, helping the body to burn off unwanted fat and calories. Fat burners can help to kick-start this process even if you are not exercising which make them a very attractive option for people with a more sedentary lifestyle.   The Chinese herb ephedra (Ephedrine) used to be a common component in many natural fat burners but due to its harmful and unpleasant side effects was withdrawn from general sale. Today it is only available in cases of extreme obesity, under prescription and strict supervision by a doctor. How Can Fat Burners Help Me Lose Weight? Fat burners work in a couple of ways; some can help to burn calories as heat or energy and others can help to promote the release of adrenal

New weight loss Trends in the 21 st Century   Whether you’re trying to lose a little extra weight around your waist or struggling with a long term weight problem that is badly affecting your health, this article is for you! What we are all looking for is a sensible answer to our weight problems, that is quick, healthy, easy to do and easy to keep on doing! Join the slimming revolution   So read on and learn which weight loss trends are ‘out’ and discover the method that is most definitely ‘in’ - because it has revolutionized the way that people lose weight in the 21 st century!   Hard exercise is hard work! One major difference in how people approach their weight loss is the trend away from expensive gym memberships and personal fitness instructors.   Whilst these two methods are certainly very helpful in burning up calories and getting people lighter and fitter, it’s sheer hard work and very time-consuming. A temporary fix If you rely on an exercise regim

Health benefits of eating dates       Dates are an ancient healthy superfood, Some archeological evidence even suggesting they were around as far back as 7000 BC. We also know that this wrinkled, brown fruit has been a staple food in the Middle East for thousands of years—and for good reason. To start, dates are chock-full of minerals, vitamins, and health-benefiting phytonutrients. They contain copper, iron, potassium, magnesium, manganese, a slew of B vitamins including vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), niacin, pantothenic acid, and riboflavin. They also contain good amounts of vitamins A and K and the carotenes, lutein and zeaxanthin. They are also high in fiber, which is very beneficial for helping your body remove toxins in an easy and effective manner. Just 3 Dates a Day Many studies have been done on the health benefits of eating dates. One 2003 study in particular that was published in the International Journal of Food, Sciences and Nutrition even suggests tha

Stay happy to stay healthy   Physical Activity It can take as little as 5 minutes for exercise to put you in a better mood. Moving your body also has good long-term effects: Regular exercise helps keep depression at bay. Happiness Strengthens your immune system, that keeps you healthy, it means Win Win!! Forgive those who need forgiveness and Forget Are you holding a grudge inside of you? Let it go. Forgiveness is a key that frees you from negative thoughts and makes more room in your life for inner peace and calmness. And that brings you happiness. Get Enough sleep Most adults need 7 or 8 hours of sleep each night to stay in a good mood. You’re more likely to be happy when you get enough shut-eye. Seek Positive People who r adiate vitality “Emotions are contagious,” as the saying goes. So you want people in your life who are confident, upbeat, and healthy. You’ll probably find that it rubs off on you, leaving you feeling better. And then you can pass that on, too. This way y

Cinnamon Cinnamon is produced from tree bark of cinnamon. It contains fiber, iron and calcium. Two teaspoons of cinnamon powder has 2.5 grams of fiber and 10% of daily iron consumption. You can integrate it to a wide variety of foods, including meat and poultry, rice dishes, couscous, and more. You can also add cinnamon to yogurt, oatmeal, tea and coffee. Most of the health benefits of cinnamon are attributed to the active substances cinnamon oil (cinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate, cinnamyl alcohol). Today ther are numerous studies examining the effect of cinnamon on the regulation of blood sugar levels. * Reduce inflammation: reducing inflammation in the body. * Blood Coagulation: prevents unwanted blood coagulation. * Antibacterial: cinnamon studied due to its ability to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi, including the common Candida fungus.* Digestion: slows the digestion after a meal, thereby reducing the rise in blood sugar levels. It was found that less than half a t

5 Super foods for Men Some folks don't see anything incorrect with living on potato chips, beverage, pizza, and the casual steak. But good nourishment is very important to everyone - you dudes even. And several men are falling short of what they want: in line with the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, most men's diets lack in potassium, fiber, choline, magnesium, calcium, and vitamins A, D, E, and C. To obtain more of these nutrition, and get or continue staying trim, add these 5 super-foods to your daily diet: 1. Potatoes Many guys stay away from potatoes because they think they're just unfilled carbs. But potatoes will help you get those six-pack abdominal! Research from the University of California, Davis, found that folks who followed a reduced-calorie diet that contained potatoes all lost weight on the 12-week period. No real surprise here: It's minimizing total energy that counts--not eliminating a particular food. Another potato benefit: From the