The Negative Calorie Diet has become and extremely popular diet solution, but has also become the object of many debates. While the diet is appealing to many, the actual benefits of the diet are often questioned. The negative calorie diet works on the idea that the body has to burn energy in order to digest […]

Although after the success of the nicotine patch, intuitively, a diet patch might seem like a good idea, the truth of the matter is that food (though it sometimes acts like it) is not a drug.  A magic patch is unable (according to doctors) to make people stop overeating.  Now, the cause of all the […]

Dermatologist Dr. Nicholas Perricone believes he’s found a way to reverse the aging process, and lose weight in the process. He believes that inflammation is the cause of acne, wrinkles and unwanted pounds. He believes that the swelling is directly related to the food we eat, therefore changing our consumption choices will lead to a […]

The acronym DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension and is commonly recommended by physicians for their patients with high blood pressure. Hypertension, another name for high blood pressure, can be a silent killer. If it goes undiagnosed it can cause serious long-term damage to the body. It can result in kidney damage or […]

The holidays are considered the most fattening time of the year. This is because we attend parties with high calorie goodie, we have less time to work out, and the stress of the season can contribute to emotional eating habits. Government studies showed that most Americans gain at least one additional pound during the holidays […]

There are so many diet options available that choosing one can be dizzying. Should you get into the Zone or follow the Atkins diet? When you think diet it’s hard to get away from the thought of eating bland, low-fat, tasteless food. But if you’ve heard anything about the Mediterranean diet you’ll know that it’s […]

Kidney disease is a very serious condition for many people. The disease prevents the kidney’s ability to filter and remove waste products and fluids from the blood. Kidneys are not able to maintain the proper fluid and electrolyte balances. Individuals with kidney disease are usually given a special diet that helps control fluid buildup. It […]

Everyone knows that eating the wrong foods while dieting can prevent weight loss; however, people tend to overlook the effects that drinking may have on your diet’s success. Dieting requires a certain amount of discipline in both areas. There are a few helpful hints that dieter should be aware of when deciding what to drink […]

Soy protein has been proven to provide health benefits to humans. The protein can help in the prevention and treatment of heart disease, bone disease (osteoporosis), kidney disease, and several types of cancer, including breast cancer. Soy can also be used to aid the weight loss of many individuals. Incorporating soy into a diet can […]

Finding out that you have diabetes means you need to make serious changes in your diet. There isn’t one certain diet for everyone with diabetes to follow; it’s more specific to each individual.  But there are some guidelines that everyone with diabetes can follow in order to make smart dietary choices for their individual needs.
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