Every summer the gyms die down (in comparison to winter) and the expectations on bodily appearance elevate. Summer comes and we expect to already be in great shape so we can take time off from the gym and enjoy it.
Although I don’t recommend ditching your exercise routine for summer, there are some nutritional ideas to [...]
By Derek Huizinga, JumpStartEnergy.com
Ever wonder how you can shop a little better at the grocery store? Need more than just coupons and quick health advice? Here’s a quick list of ideas and techniques to create a healthier you through what your cart holds at the quickie mart:
Brain Food
Shop for foods that are high in antioxidants [...]
Written on June 17, 2008 | Posted in
General Health
Happy Memorial Day! Hopefully everyone is taking some time to balance out, relax, enjoy the weather, and stay close to their family. The downside? Days like today can lead to excess consumption of fatty foods and a tendency to “indulge” a bit too much.
Having extra weight on you can lead to heart problems, diabetes, cancer, [...]
Written on May 26, 2008 | Posted in
Fitness,
General Health,
Weight Loss
You may or may not have heard of the major tanning corporation campaigns on the importance of vitamin D and how its positive effects help your body and mind…personally I like to fake bake here and there but I’m skeptical on the whole Vitamin D deal.
However; vitamin D (whether I choose to accept it or [...]
Written on May 21, 2008 | Posted in
General Health,
Pills and Vitamins