Bulimia and Side Effects
by MPK August 28th, 2008 | Diet, Diseases
Bulimia Nervosa is a debilitating disease that has been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association. However, one of the side effects of this disease, excessive exercise, can be a disease in and of itself. To learn more, visit our sister site, My Fitness Tunes.
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The Master Cleanse
by Bea August 6th, 2008 | Diet
The purpose of The Master Cleanse is not to lose weight, it is to detox your body.
It was created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941, and it is a detoxification program that helps to remove the unneeded and harmful toxins in your body. However, because your diet is changed and you really aren't taking in excess calories, you do lose weight. Another "perk" of the Master Cleanse is that it is said to be a cure for ulcers.
Doing the Master Cleanse is not easy. The directions and the steps you are supposed to follow are simple to understand, but you
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It was created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941, and it is a detoxification program that helps to remove the unneeded and harmful toxins in your body. However, because your diet is changed and you really aren't taking in excess calories, you do lose weight. Another "perk" of the Master Cleanse is that it is said to be a cure for ulcers.
Doing the Master Cleanse is not easy. The directions and the steps you are supposed to follow are simple to understand, but you
Another Sugar Alternative
by Bea July 15th, 2008 | Diet, Nutrition
You have probably heard of some healthier sugar alternatives such as Sucanat, maple syrup/sugar, honey, Stevia, or Blackstrap molasses; if you haven't already, check out the article below by Melissa titled Sugar Alternatives. You've also probably heard of the artificial sweeteners that usually do more harm than they do good, such as Splenda or other sources of Aspartame. However, I have found a sweetener that I believe is even better than honey or molasses!
It's called agave syrup. It is a sweetener that is commercially produced in Mexico, and it comes from agave plants. It's sweeter than honey, but it
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It's called agave syrup. It is a sweetener that is commercially produced in Mexico, and it comes from agave plants. It's sweeter than honey, but it
Salmonella. Are you safe?
by Louise July 1st, 2008 | Diet
There has been some buzz about salmonella. Over 800 people across America have become sick from it. The reports are that raw tomatoes are to blame. In a previously posted article entitled "Food Poisoning", the causes and effects of food poisoning were addressed thoroughly, but what everyone needs to be aware of now is prevention.
While the investigations among tomatoes have yielded negative results up to this point, the investigators still believed tomatoes are at the root of this problem. Regarding the current situation, it would, of course, be wise to avoid raw tomatoes. Don't forget that products containing raw
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While the investigations among tomatoes have yielded negative results up to this point, the investigators still believed tomatoes are at the root of this problem. Regarding the current situation, it would, of course, be wise to avoid raw tomatoes. Don't forget that products containing raw
Sugar Alternatives
by Melissa June 10th, 2008 | Diet, NutritionWhite table sugar (sucrose) can lead to obesity, diabetes and a host of other health problems. It’s found in a variety of foods, including some you might not suspect: canned foods, fast foods, and prepared foods. While table sugar can be bad for you, artificial sweeteners can be worse. Saccharine and Aspartame, which can be found in diet drinks and sugar free foods, have no health benefits, can cause diarrhea, and have been linked to cancer. Fortunately, there are healthy alternatives to white sugar and alternative sweeteners.