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Healthy Diet


Eating Healthier,  The Achieve-Life Way
Eating Healthier, The Achieve-Life Way
Posted On Jul 26, 2011
Congratulations on your plan to eat healthier!  You probably already know the three enemies to a healthy diet; fat, salt and sugar.  Fortunately there are many...
Are You Getting Enough Calcium?
Are You Getting Enough Calcium?
Posted On Jul 24, 2011
Should you be taking a daily calcium supplement?  The answer depends on several factors including your gender and how old you are.  Although it can be...
Weight Loss and Keeping a Food Diary
Weight Loss and Keeping a Food Diary
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
Does Keeping a Food Diary Really Help With Weight Loss? Is keeping a food diary worth it? It may not be a simple task, but it works! Recent research data shows that...
What is the Best Diet for Weight Loss?
What is the Best Diet for Weight Loss?
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
Best Weight Loss Diet What is the best weight loss diet?  Is it low fat, low carb, high fat, high carb?  There are thousands of diets, from Atkins to The...
Can a Vegetarian Diet Help You Lose Weight and Get Healthier?
Can a Vegetarian Diet Help You Lose Weight and Get Healthier?
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
Many people are vegetarians, but should you be?  After another E-coli outbreak from tainted hamburger a vegetarian diet may be sounding pretty attractive. ...
Whole Grains – A Super Food for Health and Weight Loss
Whole Grains – A Super Food for Health and Weight Loss
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
Can Whole Grains Help With Health and Weight Loss? Whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet.  Whole grains are often referred to as one of the...
St. John’s Wart
St. John’s Wart
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
What is St John’s Wart? St. John’s Wart (Hypericum perforectum) is a tiny herb with a yellow blossom which is commonly used to treat mild to moderate...
Saw Palmetto
Saw Palmetto
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
What is Saw Palmetto? Saw palmetto (serenoa repens or serenoa serrulata) is an herbal supplement most popular with middle age and older men.  It’s best...
Fiber: A Weight Loss Secret
Fiber: A Weight Loss Secret
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
How Can Fiber Help You Lose Weight? Eating diet high in fiber is known to have many health benefits.  A High Fiber Diet: Helps with weight loss. ...
3 meals or 5 per day: Which is Best for Weight Loss?
3 meals or 5 per day: Which is Best for Weight Loss?
Posted On Jul 22, 2011
Is a healthy diet 5 small meals a day or 3 large meals?  Is it easier to lose weight if you eat multiple meals per day?  There are many who advocate for 5 or...