Trans Fat 101 - The Basics of Trans Fats

You've heard so much about trans fats and that they are bad for you. Do you really know what they are and why they should be avoided? This article will give you a basic understanding of this man-made public enemy.

Flavoring with Organic Oils to Better Living

Flavoring with organic oils is a better way of living healthy. When you think healthy, you must think macrobiotic, or natural.

Detoxification - 5 Vital Foods for Effective Detox

Detoxification or detox for short is one of the liver's most important functions. It relies on two complicated phases involving enzyme reactions to break down toxins and render them safe for excretion. Research has shown that specific foods and nutrients have an inhibiting effect or enhancing effect on these detoxification enzyme systems. Plenty of these foods should be used for the most effective liver detoxification diet. These same foods and nutrients can even be used to treat some common toxicity and immune system disorders.

Acai Juice - Its Role As A Functional Food

The role of a Acai Juice as a Functional Food.

Cancer Prevention Diet - Cruciferous Vegetables

In this cancer prevention diet article about cruciferous vegetables, you will discover: What are cruciferous vegetables? Why are cruciferous vegetables a must in your cancer prevention diet? How many cruciferous vegetables do you need to include in your cancer prevention diet?

How To Make Tofu From Scratch

As more and more research addresses the significant role that diet plays in our overall health, we as a society continue to look for ways to improve our eating habits. Many have turned to whole and organic foods to help improve their nutrition and better their health. When looking for low-calorie, low-fat, low-sodium, highly nutritious alternative foods, you will find that tofu fits the bill every time.

Fiber - Why We All Need To Eat More

We've always known that fiber keeps our insides clean, although we probably grew up calling it roughage! However, recent studies suggest that there's much more to fiber than keeping us regular.

Sports Nutrition Education - Why Athletes Need It?

Sports nutrition is important for professional and serious athletes. Although many athletes may realize there is specific nutrition information available to them, they require sports nutrition education. These individuals not only need to know what sports nutrition is but how to incorporate it into their daily routines.

Top 10 Secrets to Alkalizing for Radiant Health

This article gives you the golden nuggets on how to raise your body from an acidic state (acidosis) to a balanced (and optimally) an alkaline state where the body thrives and disease cannot live.

Water Water Everywhere - But How Much Of It Should We Drink?

The body uses water to transport vitamins, minerals, and hormones around the body, to pass on messages from brain to nerves, and to help the digestive processes. Without sufficient water intake, these processes can become disrupted, which, in extreme cases, could prove fatal.

Noni - The Feel Good Fruit

Many years ago, islanders from the South Pacific used the fruit, bark, leaves, and roots of the Noni for many different ailments including such problems as joint discomfort and arthritis, depression and sleep-loss, to topical solutions for irritations and bites. It is said that Polynesian Islanders first cultivated and domesticated the Noni tree over 2,000 years ago. Fresh Noni fruit smells very pungent, and not an aroma one normally associates with fruit and the riper the fruit it, the stronger the smell.

Body Beautiful On The Inside... Pros And Cons Of A High Fiber Diet

Take small steps to positively impact your health. Add fiber to your diet - find out how to do this the easy way.

White Tea - The Next Hot Thing

More and more health-conscious people are drinking green tea because of its high antioxidant content. But you can do them one better - white tea contains a significantly stronger concentration of antioxidants than green tea. It tastes better, too. In fact, white tea is the Next Hot Thing.

The Importance Of Sports Nutrition In Your Exercise Or Muscle Building Regime

It is important that you pay attention to your diet and sports nutrition when taking part in any exercise program.

Healthy Restaurant Eating

While I am still a proponent of eating home-cooked food, eating out can be healthy, fun, and relaxing. Eating out should feel like a special treat. Don't order something just because you think it's healthy. Order food that you know will satisfy you and then don't feel guilty about it!