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, …

August 11th, 2010

Mediterranean Diet Helps Lower Breast Cancer Risk

The Mediterranean diet, native to countries like Greece and Italy, is rich in fruits, vegetables, wine, whole grains, beans, nuts, fish, and olive oil, but low in meat and dairy – so it is constantly being linked to better health, such as …

August 10th, 2010

Chemicals in Hot Dogs May Raise Bladder Cancer Risk

Processed foods come in many forms; meat like hot dogs and cold cuts, canned vegetables preserved in salt, high-sodium frozen dinners, and even pasteurized milk.

Research has linked many of these foods, especially processed meat – like sausage and ham – to health …

August 9th, 2010

Drinking Alcohol May Ease Arthritis Symptoms

Alcohol is hit or miss when it comes to health. Drinking too much can lead to health problems like cirrhosis of the liver and diabetes. But some research has shown moderate consumption of red wine may improve heart health.

And now a new …

August 8th, 2010

Healthy Egg White Western Omelet

This low calorie breakfast idea is perfect for those that are also trying to watch their cholesterol. Eggs contain a lot of protein and nutrients so this omelet recipe is a great way to enjoy them without consuming a lot …

August 5th, 2010

Cashew Seed Extract May Help Diabetics

Cashew nuts have traveled the globe; native to Brazil but transplanted to India by the Portuguese in the 1560s and eventually imported from India to the United States in 1905.

And cashews, like a lot of nuts, are seen as high-nutrient foods. …