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Metabolic syndrome describes a group of health risks that related to metabolism, including carrying fat in the abdomen, high LDL and low HDL cholesterol levels, and high triglycerides that may lead to coronary heart disease and insulin resistance resulting in Type 2 diabetes. By Jolie Root |
In the past few years, there has been a growing movement which threatens to revolutionize the way we think about food. Reminiscent of the back to the land movement of the 1960s, a growing number of people are demanding more information about what they eat, where it comes from, and who raises it. By Janet Grischy |
Quick and Easy Weightloss without Starving! By dave339 |
When you head to the grocery store, be sure that protein rich foods are at the top of your shopping list. By Rachel Mork |
This article explains simple techniques to help lower your cholesterol without the harmful side effects of medications. By Deb |
Cherries, like many other fruits, are packed with antioxidants that fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent cancer and heart disease as well as slow the aging process. By Heleigh Bostwick |
Before you start popping probiotic supplements, you should know about some potential side effects of probiotics. By Lisa Bower |
 | Cholesterol levels can be lowered by reducing or eliminating your intake of foods that contain it, but also by consuming a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and proteins that naturally help the body to lower bad cholesterol and raise the good. By Rachel Mork |
 | No longer limited to the four food groups, MyPyramid takes physical activity and the importance of good fats into account when making recommendations. Use MyPyramid to help you define, shop for, prepare and eat the number of servings you need from each food group each day. By Tina Callison |
In 2005, the Food Guide Pyramid was given a significant makeover, which prompted some raised eyebrows. The rise in American obesity and new medical issues were just some of the reasons why the food pyramid changed to fit more with the times. By L.L. Woodard |
The history of the Food Guide Pyramid dates back to 1894, even before vitamins and minerals have discovered. It has gone through many changes to become what we recognize as the Pyramid today. By L. Lee Scott |
The growing body of a preschooler doesn't have the same dietary needs as that of an adult. Following the Food Guide Pyramid for Kids entails making sure young children get enough of the basic food groups without skipping over those discretionary calories, and the occasional treat, too. By Kelly Herdrich |
A food combining diet does not allow the mixing of protein-rich foods with carbohydrate-rich foods. If you can learn to combine foods in the correct manner, your digestive system will improve, as well as your energy levels. By Lisa Bower |
 | Following a strict diabetic diet plan that includes losing weight, engaging in daily physical activity and eating the right types of foods may help prevent diabetes. By Eating Well |
 | High cholesterol is a condition many adults face as they head into their middle years. To combat this problem, many are turning to foods for lowering LDL cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein or "bad cholesterol." By Helen Polaski |
 | If you have diabetic snacks on hand for between meal munching, you have a better chance of maintaining proper blood sugar levels. By Victoria Welch |
Striving to lower choloresterol levels is a common goal for men and women. Read on for tips on how cholesterol lowering foods may help. By Helen Polaski |
 | Studies have linked inflammation to heart disease. Although taking a daily aspirin and losing weight can help to lower your level of inflammation, there are anti-inflammatory foods high in healthy mono-unsaturated and omega-3 fats can make a difference too. By Rachel Johnson, Ph.D., M.P.H., R.D. |
 | Antioxidants work with the body to protect cells from the harmful effects of free radicals. Antioxidant vitamins include vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, and carotenoids like beta-carotene, lyopene and lutein. By Maeve Rich |
Some people insist you must drink eight eight-ounce glasses of water a day to maintain proper health and nutrition, others say three liters a day is optimal and others say it doesn't matter what beverage you drink as long as you get about two liters of fluids a day. Who is right? By Rachel Mork |
