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Why You Should Avoid Gluten like the Plague

Posted on June 9th, 2011 by admin  |  1 Comment »

A sedentary lifestyle, insufficient sleep, and an unhealthy diet can all lead to weight gain and less-than-optimal health. But according to experts, there’s another factor that contributes to these conditions: gluten. This protein is found in barley, wheat, rye, and some food additives. Gluten has been proven to cause various mental and physical problems. According [...]

 
 

Coconut and Other Tropical Fruits Can Help Improve Your Health

Posted on May 15th, 2011 by admin  |  2 Comments »

People enjoy fresh tropical fruits because of their delicious and unforgettable taste. But aside from their flavor, tropical fruits can give you many health benefits. One example is the coconut. In the Philippines, the coconut is called the “tree of life,” because every part of the plant—from the roots to the leaves—can be utilized.Coconut juice [...]

 
 

Weight Watchers Promotes New Weight Management Strategy

Posted on April 14th, 2011 by admin  |  1 Comment »

Weight Watchers, the world’s largest diet company, has recently declared that “calorie counting has become unhelpful.” David Kirchoff, president of Weight Watchers, said that they have eliminated the company’s popular “Points” system. Instead of counting calories, they encourage dieters to consume more natural, less processed foods in small portions. In a Time Magazine report, Kirchoff [...]