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Why and What You Should Be Eating Before Bedtime

January 20th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Diet, Health

For years there have been misconceptions about eating before bed. Many people often tend to associate meals before bed to fat storage and weight gain. These arguments aren’t entirely incorrect, but I’ll argue that the benefits of a healthy snack before bed does more good than bad to your body.
Sleep is the body’s time [...]

10 Simple Ways to Increase Your Brain Power

January 18th, 2010 · No Comments · Health, Mentality, Uncategorized

The average adult only uses around 10% of his or her brain. Here are 10 easy ways to uncover your inner Einstein.

Eat breakfast. A healthy, protein-rich breakfast will fuel your brain and help jump start your daily energy levels.
Listen to music during work. Find a genre of music that helps you focus; usually something [...]

What Energy Drink Companies Don’t Want You to Know

January 13th, 2010 · No Comments · Diet, General, Health, Supplements

For years, many people have turned to energy drinks for an added kick to help them get through the day or other stressful situations. Do all the ingredients in energy drinks really work? The answer is very controversial. Many ingredients in energy drinks, such as Taurine, are added because of hype or inconclusive evidence.
Most tests [...]

Is Honey a Healthy Alternative to Sugar? The Answer May Surprise You.

January 8th, 2010 · No Comments · Diet, Health

Honey is one of the oldest sweeteners known to man. For many years it has been said to be healthier than sugar because it is natural. Unfortunately, although honey has some very unique and beneficial properties, it is not a smart alternative to table sugar.
To get technical, we can refer to the glycemic index. The [...]

How to Choose a Multivitamin

January 4th, 2010 · No Comments · Health, Supplements

One of the most beneficial supplements for everyone to take is a multivitamin. A general multivitamin is packed full of the vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to properly function from day to day. They are especially useful for people who have trouble eating a well balanced diet or on a restrictive diet.
Remember a [...]

The 90/10 Rule–The Most Effective Way to Get Your Diet in Check

January 2nd, 2010 · No Comments · Diet, Health

The most important part of any healthy lifestyle is diet. Unfortunately, I think fitness marketing has really blurred the line between being healthy and being excessive. The fact is, we aren’t all fitness models and bodybuilders, so it’s absolutely ridiculous to eat like them. I admit it, i too fell victim to the obsessive eating [...]

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2010 Fitness Resolutions–How to Reach Your Goals

January 1st, 2010 · No Comments · Diet, Fitness, General, Health

It’s the time of the year when gyms around the country flood with people. Everyone is excited for the chance to begin the with yet another clean, fitness slate. Some are getting ready for spring break, while others are en route to grabbing health by its horns. This is also the time of the year [...]

Get Creative with Your Cardio

December 28th, 2009 · No Comments · Fitness, Health, Workouts

A common misconception of cardio is that it requires you to go to the gym, hop on the treadmill/elliptical/stationary bike/etc. and go crazy for hours on end. Some people love to do this, but many don’t.
Fortunately, cardiovascular exercise doesn’t always require you to strap on your running shoes and run a marathon.
I feel like I’m [...]

Keep It Simple, Stupid

December 28th, 2009 · No Comments · Diet, Fitness, Health, Workouts

When it comes to the latest fitness, diets, and health tips, it is important to remember that simple, in most cases, is always better.
I’ve recently realized how beneficial it can be to find the most simple fitness/diet plan and stick to it. Not only so you don’t wear yourself out and lose interest, but also [...]