August 23rd, 2010

Even Low Levels of Cigarette Smoke Hurt Lungs

Smoking can be traced back all the way to 5000 to 3000 BC when tobacco was grown and cultivated in South America. And it seems like for equally as long smoking has been linked to health problems.

In 2004, the World Health …

August 19th, 2010

Vegetarian Pita Calzone Recipe

If you love Italian food and are looking for a great way to make Italian both vegetarian and tasty then try out this healthy vegetarian calzone recipe.
Ingredients

  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 medium fresh tomato
  • 3 oz. soft …

Tai Chi Offers Relief from Fibromyalgia

Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art used for defense training and practiced as a form of meditation. Tai chi has been linked to a variety of health benefits, such as cardiovascular fitness, treating high blood pressure, and improving balance …

August 18th, 2010

Eating Better May Stop Metabolic Syndrome

Obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol are all risk factors for cardiovascular disease; this combination of disorders is referred to as metabolic syndrome. And lack of exercise and poor diet increases your likelihood of developing any of these conditions.

But writing …

August 17th, 2010

Eating Less Red Meat Helps Your Heart

Red meat doesn’t have a good reputation when it comes to heart health. Foods like beef and steak are high in cholesterol, a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

So a new study found reducing your red meat intake even a …

August 16th, 2010

Flip-Flops May Harm Your Feet

Humans have been walking around in open-toed shoes for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians wore them, so did the Romans and Greeks. And nowadays, beach goers and hippies alike trot around in sandals or flip-flops, but some experts say flip-flops aren’t good …

August 12th, 2010

Steak Kabob Recipe

This great low-carb steak kabob recipe is perfect for summer grill outs or on the George Foreman Grill indoors.
Ingredients

  • 3 oz. steak
  • ½ medium red bell pepper
  • ½ medium green bell pepper
  • ½ whole mango
  • 1 medium yellow onion

Directions
To prevent burning, soak a set of …

Heavy Weights Aren’t Necessary to Build Muscle

To get “big” most gym rats and bodybuilders alike, load up the bench press or the weight machines with as much weight as they can lift, once.

But a new study claims piling on the weight isn’t the only way to build muscle, …

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