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What’s an egg diet and can it really help you lose weight? Egg diet is a protein-based diet consisting mostly of, well, eggs. Egg diet is a variation of the Atkins diet where carbohydrate consumption is restricted. The basic egg diet consists of eating two eggs along with grapefruit or any lean protein or carbohydrates for breakfast and a small …

What is flaxseed and why is it so good for your health? Flaxseed—also known as linseed—is derived from flax, one of the most ancient crops harvested by humankind. Flaxseed has long been considered a health food. In the 8th century, King Charlemagne would pass a law to make his royal subjects eat flaxseeds for their health. The name of flaxseed …

Aging causes a number of physiological changes such as saggy skin, slow metabolism, and faster weight gain. Hitting the middle age is not an excuse to slow down! Don’t lose track of your health by sitting on the couch and catching your soaps all day. Running is a great way to stay fit and it’s not just reserved for young …

Of all forms of milk produced, soy milk is probably one of the best kinds. Don’t get me wrong, cow milk is also delicious but soy milk is something special. In order to answer the soy milk vs. cow milk issue, here are some things you need to know about soy milk. If you are allergic to dairy (cow’s milk) …

Step aerobics was first introduced in the 1980s at the height of the aerobics craze that swept the globe. But despite starting out as a trend, step aerobics’ effectiveness in terms of burning fat and keeping the body toned made it one of the most popular low-impact, complete body workout. To this day, step aerobics is still utilized in most …

Acupunture has become a popular alternative treatment for a variety of conditions. This method of healing is based on the idea that humans (and animals) have an energy force called “qi” that flow along twelve lines of energy called meridians through the body. When this energy flow becomes obstructed or imbalanced, it leads to mental or physical problems that manifest …

Mountain biking is a great sport with a variety of benefits; however the type of bike and components that you own can make all the difference in the world. If you are a casual biker who likes to do errands, ride around leisurely or just to perhaps get some exercise with friends then opting for high technologycomponents would not necessarily be in your …

Broccoli is a polarizing vegetable. In surveys, broccoli tops the charts as one of the top three favorite vegetables Americans love to munch on right after potatoes and corn. But there are still plenty of people who despise the taste of this green, crunchy vegetable and refuse to put it on their plate. Broccoli Supplements: Are They a Good Substitute …