Manufacturers bleach flour and sugar and heavily process these products making them a former shell of the whole foods they once were. Most white foods have been stripped of their nutritional value. They also have less fiber and vitamins than their whole wheat counterparts, which also have greater nutritional density….
By Martin Mak If you need to recall something that you learned just a few seconds ago or maybe 2 minutes ago, you are using your short term memory. Many factors affect your short term memory, also known as working memory. Understanding, or being aware of these factors, can help…
There are plenty of reasons to love peanut butter. For starters, it tastes great on an apple, a sandwich or by itself. Peanut butter packs a mean punch when it comes to protein and fiber. This helps eaters feel full and satisfied. A study conducted by Purdue University showed that…
As the weather gets warmer, it’s tempting to cool down with some creamy, dreamy ice cream, but if you’re priming your body for bikini season, those confections can cause a major setback. The most decadent flavors can set you back more than 300 calories and 20 grams of fat –…
Once upon a time, this popular weight-loss supplement was branded with the scarlet “e” – as in ephedra, the dangerous substance that was banned by the Food and Drug Administration. In accordance with the ruling, today’s Hydroxycut is free of the controversial herb. The use of Ephedra has been linked…
Want a food that’s as scrumptious as a high-fat, high-calorie snack? Tickle your taste buds with a sugary spud. Although they’re a favorite around Thanksgiving, sweet potatoes are beneficial to your health all year long. Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin E, vitamin C and vitamin A. The…
It does not matter if you are following at Atkins, South Beach, Weight Watchers or any other diet. DietWatch works along with whatever approach to weight loss you decide to follow. The resources available at DietWatch.com include a personalized meal planner, customized shopping lists, nutrition tracker, automatic reminders, exercise tracker,…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Obesity in pets is common these days and causes real problems. Pet obesity is due to overfeeding, improper diet or lack of exercise. Obesity in pets is also attributed to the modern lifestyles of people, who leave their pets alone in their house, eating for themselves whatever they want and…
Stress is no stranger to any of us and we need to accept that it is an indefinite part of our lives. Every time we get stressed out, our bodies will naturally produce certain hormones because of the intense feelings we are having. As a result, our heart starts to…
Weight loss is a lifestyle. You live in a world that tells you to lose weight — while tempting you to gain more. To maintain successful weight loss, you must address the mental issues, not just the physical. Weight loss is work. “Get-thin-quick” schemes are as unreliable as “get-rich-quick” schemes….