Ingredient in Olive Oil Shows Potential in Fighting Cancer, Research Finds

Sharon Moore February 19, 2015

You know that extra virgin olive oil is good for your health. But its benefits could be more than what you can think of. According to a new study by New York City’s Hunter College and Rutgers’ University, an ingredient in extra-virgin olive oil can kill a variety of human cancer cells without harming healthy cells. Paul Breslin, professor of nut

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5 Simple Things Energetic People Do Differently

Amy Taylor February 19, 2015

Do you constantly find yourself having so much to do yet very little time to do them? You are not alone. Most people is on the same page as yours. In today’s world, most of us are bombarded with so many to-do lists that even if we stretch our time to the max, we can’t just get them all done in one day. And such busy lifestyle, unfortunately, is

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Choosing a Post-Workout Meal: 5 Rules to Follow

Sharon Moore February 19, 2015

Do you find yourself getting stressed out about what to eat or whether you should eat after workout? Proper diet is essential if you want to get fit and carry on with your exercise routine without experiencing fatigue symptoms. However, the food you eat, when and how much are things you should consider. For better fitness results, consider following the fol

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New Study Reveals How Reducing Food Intake Helps Fight Inflammation in the Body

Amy Taylor February 18, 2015

In a ground-breaking study, Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have found that a compound produced by the body when dieting or fasting can block a part of the immune system involved in several inflammatory disorders such as type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease. They found that the compound β-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) directly

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Addressing and Resolving Negative Feelings

Rebecca Lewis February 18, 2015

We all experience negative emotions from time to time. But not being able to address them effectively can greatly hurt our mental health in the long run, and increase our risk of developing mental illnesses like depression, anxiety disorder and more. We shouldn’t deny these feelings, nor should we ignore them. The best way to deal with unwanted emotio

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Carbs or No Carbs? What’s the Real Deal?

Lisa Franchi February 18, 2015

Carbs – it’s a big NO-NO to many dieters. Eating carbs, for a lot of people, means consuming tons of calories and gaining weight. Even some popular diet programmes discourage eating carbohydrates. To lose weight, we have always been told to favour protein-rich, low-fat meals and get away from carbs. But does carb really deserve the bad rap? Does

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Teen’s Aggressive Behaviours Linked to Massive Brain Changes

Amy Taylor February 17, 2015

Wonder why teenagers are more likely to engage in delinquencies? According to a new study, teenage exploration and risk taking could be explained by dramatic changes in the brain that allow elaborate planning. “Our studies are beginning to challenge the traditional concept that the teenage brain can’t plan because of an immature prefrontal corte

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What Makes Avocado a Superfood for Weight Loss?

Rebecca Lewis February 17, 2015

Most of us know that avocado is a superfood. It is high in good fats and other nutrients that are good for our health. But one of the major health benefits of consuming avocado is something many of us all dream of – weight reduction. But you may ask – in what ways does avocado promote weight loss? Here are the reasons: Avocado can reduce fats i

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Why Sleeping Too Much Hurts Too

Sharon Moore February 17, 2015

You probably have heard and read a lot of things about lack of sleep. You probably know that a single night of you not having enough sleep can cause dramatic impact on your mood and energy levels, and can put you at risk of many different health issues, including heart disease.  But what about too much sleep? They say too much of everything, even if it

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Are You Beating Yourself Too Much? Do These

Amy Taylor February 16, 2015

It is natural for us, humans, to aim for the best. We all aim to be successful, beautiful, sexy, rich and famous – and all those other positive qualities. It is common for us to desire a big house, fancy cars, and all the comfort and luxury we can have in this world. But sometimes, we get too absorbed with all our wants and ambitions in life that we te

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