Childhood obesity is a growing epidemic among children in America. Consider the following facts: Since 1980, obesity rates among teens ages 12 to 19 quadrupled, from 5% to 20.6% Today, about 1 in 5 children are affected by obesity. The percentage of students meeting...
Bad eating habits in childhood can cause early obesity and high cholesterol. More than one-fifth of youth in the United States aged 12-19 years have an abnormal cholesterol level. When Children are above the normal weight range they should have their cholesterol...
We all make new plans for the New Year. For many of us that means a new set of goals and resolutions, and a typical new year’s resolution is DIETING. The past year has been full of new dieting methods: the ketogenic, alkali and paleo diets, juicing, carb cycling...
Food portions are larger than ever these days—usually much more than we need. Choose your starting portion size by relating food to everyday items. Meat or Fish: A serving of meat, fish, or poultry is equal to a deck of cards. Fruits & Veggies: A serving of fruit...
According to this article in Medical News Today, data confirms several health benefits of a plant-based diet. Small steps to a healthier life are going meatless at least once a week. A tiny effort that gives a significant impact on your body, many people now consider...
Investigation Reveals 50-Year-Old Sugar Industry Cover-Up American Heart Month reminds us to take care of one of the most important organs in our body – the heart! Many of us strive to follow established recommendations for a healthy heart. Do regular physical...
Childhood experiences and interactions significantly influence the architecture of our developing brains. These early experiences affect the way we view ourselves and our environment, how we learn or cope with life’s challenges, and the relationships we form as...
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