10 Tricks for Boosting Your Metabolism
Metabolism … it’s a word that’s bandied about a lot these days, particularly in light of America’s growing obesity problem. But what is metabolism anyway? Scientifically speaking, it’s the number of calories your body burns to maintain stasis. Slow it down, and you’ll gain weight. Speed it up, and you’ll lose weight. Since most people […]
Stand More; Sit Less.
It’s literally a matter of life and death. Fact: Sitting too much is detrimental to your health, so much so that it can contribute to obesity, heart attack, stroke, lung disease, cancer, osteoporosis and joint problems. According to the Miami Herald, “A study conducted by the American Cancer Society, published in the American Journal of Epidemiology […]
What’s your Skin Carotenoid Score?
Carotenoids are natural substances produced by plants. To date, over 600 carotenoids have been identified, and you need to be aware of them because they play a vital role in promoting anti-aging, longevity, and optimal health. We all know that antioxidants reverse the aging affects of free radicals, and carotenoids are rich in antioxidants. Therefore, […]
How to succeed at weight loss once and for all.
Being overweight is not merely aesthetically unappealing. It can also be very dangerous to your health. So if your doctor advises you to shed some pounds, that’s not just idle chatter. Still, weight loss is never easy. Initiative, planning and sacrifice are always involved. Hence, you don’t want your efforts to come to naught, […]