Potassium – a proven provider of health perks
As Americans, we know we get in much more of the mineral sodium than what is for our own good. But there is another mineral sharing some of the same functions as sodium many of us underconsume – potassium. Potassium and sodium work closely together in the body and are both major cations (positively charged…
Read MoreHere’s a weight loss/weight management tip…… Set S.M.A.R.T. goals It you’re not familiar with this acronym, it’s time to get introduced. Any goal you set, whether for weight loss or anything else, needs to be this – specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. When a goal meets these conditions, your odds of achieving it are greatly…
Read MoreWhy inactivity will ruin your health and how not to let that happen
If there is one thing the human body is designed and meant to do is to move. Yet how many of us spend a good chunk of our day sitting and moving very little? Physical inactivity or lack of movement can literally be ruining your health. When we spend inordinate amounts of time sitting at…
Read MoreRecognizing and preventing hypoglycemia
Throughout the day, our body is normally very good at maintaining steady blood glucose levels – usually between 70 and 100 mg/dl. This is important as a steady supply of blood glucose is necessary for the brain and nervous system to function properly just as it is for a car needing gas to be able…
Read MorePowerful food pairings boosting nutrition
Laurel and Hardy, Batman and Robin, Bert and Ernie – certain pairs of people or things are just naturally better together, complementing one another. It’s the same way when pairing certain foods together to bring out the best in one another and to get a bigger nutritional punch. This is known as food synergy. Food…
Read MoreSeeing Orange this winter
Oranges, tangerines, clementines – that’s a lot of orange to look for in the grocery store. Read my article on why you should stock up on these colorful fruits and have a ball enjoying them. We’ve heard of the term “seeing red” but during the months of December, January and February, this is prime-time for seeing…
Read MoreSay good-bye to belly fat once and for all
Having trouble getting rid of belly fat? It’s a common problem for many people but with some dietary and fitness changes, it can be reduced. Dr. David Samadi (www.samadimd.com) and I address this issue in an article we wrote together. Be consistent, believe in yourself and don’t expect changes overnight. You can do this….
Read MoreThree surprising ways a protein-packed breakfast promotes weight loss
Trying to lose weight? First rule – always eat breakfast. Second rule – make it a high-protein breakfast. Dr. David Samadi and I address this topic in an article we wrote together. For more health information go to www.samadimd.com What did you have for breakfast today? If you’re trying to lose extra pounds or prevent…
Read MoreLack of sleep’s effects childhood obesity
Do you know how many hours of sleep your child gets each night? A lack of sleep may affect your child’s weight. Read my article Dr. David Samadi and I wrote together on this topic. Learn more on various health topics at www.samadimd.com Do you know how many hours of sleep each night your child…
Read MoreIs your child headed towards obesity?
Childhood obesity has become an epidemic in the United States. Find out how to determine if your child is overweight/obese in this article Dr. David Samadi and I wrote together and what are some factors driving this trend. For more health and medical information, go to www.samadimd.com. In the past, childhood obesity was a…
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