…ibly the following week. There’s no arguing the fact that other priorities come up that you must tend to first. With that being said, wouldn’t it be more beneficial if you got the workout out of the way first thing in the morning? By getting your exercise out of the way early, it frees you up to do other social activities after work – like going to happy hour with friends and/or coworkers – or spending more time with the family. Either way, it’s a…

…al.com There are many nutritional components that make up a healthy diet – components, when combined with regular exercise, can contribute to a long and active life. However, in this day and age, where there are so many food choices on the market – especially the “fast food options” – it’s hard to stick to a healthy and well-balanced diet regimen. No matter what diet plan you choose, consuming the right amount of essential vitamins and nutrients s…

…supplements like Omega 3. Glucosamine is often added along with a similar compound named chondroitin. These compounds have less of an effect on soft tissue and bones than other dietary supplements for joints, but they seem to work better on one important part of the joint: cartilage. When taken as a dietary supplement, glucosamine has been found to improve cartilage health, expand joint mobility, and slow damage to the joints due to aging. Both g…

…ing, but can the hormone actually extend the human life span? “While the research literature strongly supports this claim, it still remains unproven,” says Klatz. The following are some of the diseases/health ailments that experts have tested DHEA on, and what they discovered during their testing: General “anti-aging” effects: One of the longest studies on DHEA was a two-year Mayo Clinic trial of people over 60 in the “New England Journal of Medic…

…hen it pertains to diet and exercise, is to see how those ‘empty’ calories compare to the calories in healthy food. “For example, 500 calories is a lot apples,” says Fitch. “ You’d be extremely full after eating that much fruit, but you wouldn’t feel full if you drank those calories in a beer.” CONCLUSION When it comes down to it, losing weight can be a very daunting and challenging endeavor to embark on. Every little thing you do in the name of d…

…n your body – including proteins that help make up your immune system. For example, immunoglobulins – also called antibodies – are proteins that circulate in your blood and make up key components of a strong immune system. Proteins are also part of antibodies, which help attack viruses, bacteria, or other foreign substances in your body. ENERGY When the proteins you eat are digested, they’re broken down into individual amino acids, so that the cel…

…els, as well as the redistribution of that calcium back to your bones. Without adequate levels of K2, this process is inefficient and can lead to bone and cardiovascular health issues. This connection has led many health professionals to recommend K2 supplements to those who are already taking bone health supplements like vitamin D, calcium and magnesium to ensure the calcium is transported to where it’s supposed to go – your bones….

…ular herbal treatment for BPH. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commonly recommends saw palmetto as an alternative treatment to BPH. According to the Mayo Clinic, more than two million American men use saw palmetto to treat the condition. The fruit of saw palmetto is available in several forms, including liquid tablets, capsules and tea.  Saw palmetto is also sometimes used to treat the following: • Low sperm count • Low sex drive • Hai…

…ght. It’s especially pragmatic if you suffer from type 1 or type 2 diabetes, and are looking for a healthier meal plan that will help you with your ongoing treatment. As with most things in life, do your research first and talk to your doctor before committing your body to a diet plan that may otherwise not be suited to your best interest and overall well being. Be smart. And stay healthy….

…given 60% of their daily food for two weeks, which reduced their fat mass, compared to the rats that were allowed to eat as much as they wanted. The table below shows that when rats were given 1g of L-citrulline per kilogram of bodyweight, the rats retained more muscle mass than the controls [R-CIT 1] before going to sleep.               L-leucine was also mixed with the rats feed, but surprisingly didn’t have a significant effect on retaining mus…

…sort of physical activity to your diet regimen – resistance training is recommended ¾ in order to help your body burn more stored fat. THE FOLLOW THROUGH When it comes to diet and weight loss, self-control and dedication are two major factors in order to succeed at achieving your goal. If you find your will power begin to slip during your chosen diet plan, take a moment to remember why you’re doing it in the first place: for a healthier and bette…