Many people understand the importance of good nutrition, but believe that a daily vitamin pill will substitute for actually eating the fruits and vegetables that they know are good for them. The more we learn about nutrition and the human body, however, the more we realize the importance of … [Read more...] about Pills or food?
Eating Tips
Low cal pop only allowed in US schools
Today I read a story that has been covered everywhere about how US schools are going to stop selling high calorie pop in schools and are going to instead focus more on juices and bottled water. When I was in high school many years ago it was not acceptable to be drinking pop and eating junk food … [Read more...] about Low cal pop only allowed in US schools
Don’t Eat After Exercise
Here is one that I had forgotten about. If you are having a cardio workout then your main motivation is to lose in fat. If you wait at least an hour to eat after all of your cardio workouts then your body will start to burn of the glycogen in your muscles instead of having a nice supply of sugar … [Read more...] about Don’t Eat After Exercise
Study of Fats in Our Diet
I just stumbled upon a Newsday article that looks at a few pieces of research to in study of fats in our diet. Is a good diet high or low in fat? There is so much conflicting evidence these days but I think this kind of article helps you ask yourself a lot of questions and then it is up to you to … [Read more...] about Study of Fats in Our Diet
Low fat eating does not always reduce health risks
This study below that I gleaned from the LA Times shows that just altering your diet may not be able to undo a life of bad eating. Maybe if they included exercise in these peoples lives it may have made a bigger difference to their health. Overturning three decades of conventional wisdom, a new … [Read more...] about Low fat eating does not always reduce health risks
