When they use the term "B complex," scientists are tacitly admitting that they do not know all the vitamins that compose it. Yet experiments with animals indicate that the B vitamins may turn out to be the most remarkable treasure house of human health thus far discovered. The entire B complex … [Read more...] about Thiamine – B Complex Vitamins
Nutrition
Chromium – a Possible Help for Diabetes?
Chromium is a mineral that humans require in trace amounts. Actually the reccomended intake of Chromium is 120 µg (micrograms) although its mechanisms of action in the body and the amounts needed for optimal health are not well defined. Chromium History Chromium is known to enhance the action of … [Read more...] about Chromium – a Possible Help for Diabetes?
Fats in your diet – What To Eat What to Avoid
Fats are always looked at as a negative in a diet...well in almost all diets anyway, as Atkins tends to think that they are OK. The reason that most people try to avoid fats is that they tend to be less of a priority for your body to metabolize; the body would rather metabolize the carbohydrates … [Read more...] about Fats in your diet – What To Eat What to Avoid
Facts on Fiber – As well as much better sources than bread and grains
Fiber is one of those things that we are told to eat more of yet there should be some confusion. Not all fiber is alike. Most Americans know that foods high in fiber are full of nutrients because they are less processed. There are two kinds of dietary fiber and you need both. Two Types of … [Read more...] about Facts on Fiber – As well as much better sources than bread and grains
Healthier choices at the Grocery Store
We all have the best of plans when we walk into a grocery store but sadly once we get in and through the aisles there are lots of sifferent choices that we have to make. Some of these choices are good or bad, and often it is hard to decide which choice is best. I found the following article that … [Read more...] about Healthier choices at the Grocery Store