We’re all familiar with multiple studies that demonstrate how fish or fish oil, as a regular part of our diet, can reduce the chance of dying from heart disease by one third. Other research studies have linked fish consumption to lowered levels of strokes, depression, Alzheimer’s and many other chronic conditions. Most recently a December […]
Sagging Libido? Maybe It’s Time To Change
It is estimated that men loose up to 2 % of their testosterone, the libido producing hormone, every year past 40 and women also experience changes in estrogen and testosterone as they approach menopause. So what’s the answer? Who wants to have the side effects of Viagra, (sudden vision loss, stroke, 4 hr erection, etc.) […]
Some Quick Facts and Studies on the Benefits of Exercise
Millani & Colleagues from Ochsner Clinic followed 522 cardiac patients who exercised for 12 weeks of aerobic cardiovascular exercise for 50 minutes 3 times a week. The results are as follows: -Physically fitter (cardiovascular fitness) -60% less likely to die in 6 years -lowered stress levels Green & Colleagues from The National Institute On Aging […]
Do I Have Enough Fiber In My Diet?
If there is one thing you want at every meal it is fiber. Fruit, vegetables, nuts and legumes are all rich in fiber. What research is telling us is that as we eat processed food and have a diet devoid of fiber, weight gain an illness begin. Studies have also shown that fiber rich foods […]