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Glycemic index

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It is the measure of how how quickly a food raises the blood sugar. For many people the glycemic index is a new tool, but it is important and practical way to classify carbohydrate rich foods. Glycemic index is very easy to understand. It is simply a measure of how quickly a food raises the […]

Choosing your carbohydrates, part 2

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Fiber Dietary fiber is a special type of complex carbohydrate, found only in plants. the most healthful source of fiber are the bran of whole grains, the stems and leafs of vegetables, and fruits, seeds, and nuts. Although there are many types of fiber, they all belong to two broad categories, soluble and insoluble. Both […]

Choosing your carbohydrates, part 1

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Carbohydrates are essential for health. They are a vital source of the energy that fuels the body’s metabolism. Plants are the major dietary source of carbohydrates. The only important carbohydrates that originate from animal sources are lactose in milk and the modest amount of glycogen in meat, poultry, and liver. Dietary carbohydrates come in three […]

Fast cardio workout

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I came home kind of late today and little tired. But I decided, that I needed to do some kind of workout to do something good for my body and to feel good. I wok out pretty consistently, so even if I don’t feel great, I still do it and reward usually is – I […]

The best diet

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Here is the Harvard medical school guide to the best diet: 1. Eat variety of foods. Since no single food is perfect, you need a balanced mix of foods to get all the nutrients you need. 2. Eat more vegetable products and fewer animal products. 3. Eat more fresh and homemade foods and fewer processed […]

Osteoporosis – six common myths

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Here are the myths – and facts about osteoporosis, by Liselle Douyon, M.D.: Myth: Osteoporosis is a normal part of the aging process. Fact: While it is completely normal to lose bone density while you age, that does not mean you can’t have good bone strength. Osteoporosis is a disease and can be prevented with […]

Speed up to loose weight

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Higher intensity in your workout can help you loose weight faster and achieve better fitness level: Canadian researchers reported that just two weeks of interval training boosted women’s ability to burn fat during exercise by 36 percent Levels of human growth hormone – which assists in building muscle and eliminating fat – skyrocketed 530 percent […]