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There are many cost effective and nutrient rich foods. Brown rice is one choice frequently selected as a side dish or to stretch a casserole. We have known for a while that fruits such blueberries and blackberries are high in antioxidants. New research presented at the American Chemical Society meeting has found that black rice might top them both in the cost effective nutritious super food category.  New Study: Turn to the Web to Keep Off the WeightI recently shared seven great tips that will help your healthy habits stick for the long haul and today I’ve got more good news for anyone who’s trying to win the battle of the bulge. What you’re doing right now—simply reading this blog—could be helping you win the weight-loss war. That’s right: A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health found that people who regularly logged on to a weight-loss website maintained their weight loss better than people who didn’t use the online support site. Read More Capitol Hill Takes on a Walking Challenge
So who doesn't like a challenge? We, here at SparkPeople, find that challenges are actually a great motivational tool in helping our members reach their goals. So if SparkPeople members are motivated by the challenges, could this work for our politicians and their staff members in our country's capital? After all, many of us our motivated by the mere thought competing against others which isn't always a bad thing.  Could Tart Cherry Juice Combat Muscle Soreness?
Six weeks from today, I, along with 11 of my fellow SparkPeople running pals of the Sparkin' Hood to Coast Team, will be participating in one of the most prestigious long distance relays in the world--The Hood to Coast Relay. The relay begins on the slopes of Mt. Hood at the Timberline Lodge and winds through the Oregon terrain until the last runner crosses the finish line 197 miles down the road in the town of Seaside.  Study Reveals Tips to Make Your Healthy Habits Stick
There are no shortcuts to living a long and healthy life. By now, it's common knowledge that exercise, a healthy diet, and abstaining from tobacco are critical lifestyle choices that help people maintain a healthy weight and reduce their risk of countless diseases, including heart disease—the number one killer of men and women in the United States. Still, Americans are getting heavier—and unhealthier—despite a growing library of scientific evidence telling us what we should and shouldn't do in order to prevent these problems.
 McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys Spark Lawsuit Threat
Last month I wrote a blog regarding the Santa Clara County California Board of Supervisors voting to ban toys in kid’s meals unless the restaurant establishments offered healthier alternatives from which kids could choose. And it looks as though the momentum to put an end to this practice of using toys in kid’s meals isn't stopping there.  Some Protein Supplements Contain Toxic Heavy Metals
Protein supplementation is, and has been, all the rage in gyms across the globe for some time now, especially for those looking to build lean body mass. There is a misconception that if one increases his/her protein consumption he/she can build muscle mass at a much faster rate. In all reality it isn’t the amount of protein one consumes that builds lean body mass, but the breakdown and repairing of the muscle fibers from resistant training that does.  Health Benefits of a 10-Minute Workout Last for 1 HourSparkPeople has advocated short bursts of fitness for the past 10 years because we've seen how it can change people's lives and help them reach countless goals. Recent research has been proving our hunch that those 10 minutes of exercise really do make an impact. Despite what naysayers might claim—that 10 minutes isn't enough to help people lose weight or get fitter—a new study shows that these short workouts have long lasting benefits. In fact, the more fit you are, the more benefits you might be getting from a short workout, according to the authors of the study. Read More Unsung Heroes: Two Touching Stories of Sportsmanship and Humanity
"There are victories of the soul and spirit. Sometimes, even if you lose, you win." - Elie Wiesel  Is Your Sunscreen Doing More Harm than Good?
For years, we've been told to slather on sunscreen every time we head outdoors so we can protect ourselves from skin cancer. But what we're not told is that sunscreens are not created equal: Some aren't as protective as they claim to be, while others contain potentially hazardous ingredients. That's the consensus of the Environmental Working Group. The nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting public health and the environment recently updated their Sunscreen Guide for 2010 to help consumers make better choices this summer and beyond.
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 BPA Is Not Just in Plastics
For nearly two years we have heard about the dangers and potential health risks of plastic bottles due to a chemical known as bisphenol A or BPA. In response to concerns regarding water bottles, baby bottles and plastic storage containers, plastic guides for smart and safe usage began to pop up to help consumers make healthy lifestyle changes to reduce BPA exposure and risk.  Poll: Should Personal Trainers Be Licensed?
Earlier this week I had the opportunity to finally catch up on some of my reading. If you were to see my office, my shelves are lined with books covering all aspects of health and fitness, with running being my primary focus. But I also subscribe to many fitness publications including the American College of Sports Medicine Health and Fitness Journal.  Jillian Michaels Reveals Workout SecretsFew of you are strangers to Jillian Michaels' kick-butt workout DVDs. But how does the reality TV trainer turned fitness star stay in shape herself? A new in-depth article in the May 2010 issue of Women's Health magazine peels back the tough layers you see on TV to reveal a softer side of Jillian—and plenty of great get-in-shape tricks you won't want to miss. Here's a rundown of what I learned about Jillian's own fitness and diet routine that shed light into how she maintains her fit and toned physique. Read More A More Diverse Food Pyramid
Obesity is a world problem and as of 2006, one in ten adults worldwide were considered obese. I suppose this should not be surprising since the appeal of the American diet for good and for bad has spread around the world.  |
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