Weight Loss and Exercise Stories from the front lines

Protein is an essential part of a healthy diet; its many benefits include healthy blood circulation and organ function. Protein is especially important in a healthy diet combined with exercise because it is needed to build lean muscle that burns calories. The recommended percentage of calories from protein for the average adult is about 40 [...]

Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that is quite common for deficiencies in many people who choose to significantly cut out red meat as part of their efforts to lose weight and improve health. This particular B vitamin is essential for healthy blood cells as well as nervous system function. Deficiencies can often lead to anemia, [...]

Foods rich in vitamin C are often part of healthy diet efforts to reduce weight and improve overall longevity and vitality. This nutrient is essential for proper processing of cholesterol and iron from other foods, and it also contributes to the prevention of diseases such as scurvy. Unlike other animals, humans do not naturally synthesize [...]

Vitamin E is a supplement that can benefit some people with certain medical conditions, although many medical professionals report that the average person can usually get adequate vitamin E intake through a healthy diet. This nutrient is considered essential for a good immune system and is thought to fight off several conditions such as diabetes, [...]

Sleep disorder has been a widely prevalent phenomenon these days. With the hectic pace, frenzied activity and stressful life- situations sleep disturbance and disorder has been very common even among the young adults. If you have inadequate sleep in the night, consider about shifting in to a healthy lifestyle. There are some foods that you [...]

I’ve lost 68 pounds in the last 7 months, with another 70 left to go to reach my goal. I feel great, I’m proud of myself, and I like what I see in the mirror. Last week I got a disk of pictures from our 4th of July vacation. I was astonished to see myself [...]

there are now a lot of people working and dieting to attain a healthier and leaner body. the reasons vary – to improve health or to simply fit to an old pair of jeans, but more and more people now are concerned about their weight. so here are some tips to succeed in your weight [...]

Almonds is a healthy dry fruit, if taken in moderation. Almonds are rich in vitamin E, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, fibre, calcium, and monounsaturated fat. They are thus a great source of these essential ingredients for the human body, especially for vegetarians who do not have access to meat that provides these substances. Almonds are [...]

With my new healthy diet, I’ve had trouble finding enough protein enriched foods. Due to having gallbladder issues, I can’t eat certain foods that contain protein, such as meats, some beans, etc. It’s been a tricky process finding foods that give me balanced nutrition. Of course, I have heard of tofu, but never tried it [...]

A few months ago, I posted about having gallbladder attacks and how that motivated me to change my diet. My diet wasn’t that bad to start with, but I needed to modify it to be gallbladder friendly. I’m proud to say that I’ve lost 50 pounds to date. I don’t feel like I’m losing out [...]