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Most people don’t get enough vitamin D. The best source of this calcium-boosting vitamin that builds strong bones and prevents disease is sunlight. When bare skin is exposed to sunlight, vitamin D precursors on the skin are converted to active vitamin D. But not everyone gets enough exposure to the sun, especially during the winter. That’s why getting vitamin D …

If you don’t smoke, drink alcohol in moderation, and are careful with your use of chemicals around the home, you may think that you have reduced your risk for developing cancer significantly. However, what you may not realize is that some of the foods you eat daily are carcinogenic. That meal you had at lunch, the snack you’re planning to …

Are you finding it a battle to lose those excess pounds? Maintaining a healthy weight is a challenge for most people. There are so many tasty food temptations to sidetrack even a motivated dieter from their healthy eating plan. Plus, it can be a challenge to find time to prepare healthy meals and exercise on a regular basis. Despite the …

If you’ve ever been inside a gym for any significant length of time, you’ve probably heard the phrase “You’ve got to eat right to build muscle” or something to that effect. Chances are, you might have heard it on your very first day as your trainer showed you the ropes of training. So, in theory, the formula is simple – …

With the holidays behind us, along with all of the indulging and celebrations that go along with it, it’s time once again to think about shedding that extra weight. Holiday pounds are easy to put on and take longer to get off. But fortunately changes can be made to your lifestyle that will keep them off for good. It starts …

Dieting isn’t a healthy approach to weight loss. Reducing calories too much not only slows down your metabolism and leaves you nutrient-deprived – it can also affect you psychologically. Have you ever noticed how you have more cravings for unhealthy foods as soon as you start a diet? Dieting does bad things for your body – and your head. What …

If you’re trying to lose weight, you know how difficult it can be to overcome cravings. The good news is you don’t have to resort to unnatural means such as diet pills to stop hunger cravings. You can stop hunger pangs naturally through the foods that you choose to eat. Certain types of foods are known to not only stop …

Obesity and metabolic diseases are prevalent among kids these days. Instilling healthy eating habits as early as possible can help lower the risks of dietary imbalances, most especially obesity. In order to start your child’s journey to healthy eating habits, you might want to introduce healthier versions of common meals at home. Here are four ways to cook healthier meals. …

Although bacteria often get a bad rap for causing disease, certain bacteria found in the gut  perform the useful function of keeping the bad bacteria that cause disease under control, thus reducing your risk of becoming ill. Some good gut bacteria are even thought to play a role in preventing and treating certain types of digestive disorders such as irritable …

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 …