CONTEXT: Diseases associated with overeating, undereating, and dietary or nutritional imbalance rank among the leading causes of illness and death in the United States. The relationships between specific dietary elements and specific health outcomes have been widely researched and are reasonably well understood; similarly, the role of primary care providers in providing or arranging for dietary counseling has been extensively investigated, but controversy exists about the magnitude of change than can be achieved and the effectiveness of different counseling strategies. Read More

Summer is here and with summer always comes talk of weight loss. I know how frustrating it can be to feel uncomfortable in shorts or a swimsuit…I spent the entire summer of 2006 in jeans despite the 100+ degree weather! If you are trying to lose a few lbs and tone up for summer, cut out these 5 foods to ramp up your weight loss! Read More

Our bodies were not designed to consume artificial sugars and synthetic chemicals. They were never a part of our diets 1,000 years ago mainly because we are organic beings.  This means our bodies were meant to eat organic foods, not fake foods. In today’s society our food chain is made up of processed, refined artificial sugar and synthetic chemicals. The result from this is now a majority of all processed foods (packaged, frozen, etc.) Read More

Author: David A Story Abstract The history of assessing the acid–base equilibrium and associated disorders is intertwined with the evolution of the definition of an acid. In the 1950s clinical chemists combined the Henderson–Hasselbalch equation and the Bronsted–Lowry definition of an acid to produce the current bicarbonate ion-centred approach to metabolic acid–base disorders. Stewart repackaged pre-1950 ideas of acid–base in the late 1970s, including the Van Slyke definition of an acid. Read More

The use of Pink Himalayan Crystal Salt has been growing in popularity quite fast in recent years. This type of sea salt is best known for its restorative and healing qualities. This has been the case since the ancient times. Perhaps it is worth noting that in the first instances this salt was incorporated and used as a currency system in many parts of the world. Read More

Take a quick look at another installment in this motivational series with Jeremy Scott Fitness. This is 86,400 – you guys have a gift of 86,400 seconds today -how are you going to use them? Read More

Abstract Background Western diets are considered acidogenic due to the high dietary acid load and a low intake of base-forming dietary minerals such as potassium, magnesium or calcium. In the present study we investigated the effect of a multimineral supplement (MMS) rich in alkaline minerals on acute and chronic regulation of acid-base balance with the pH of blood, urine and saliva as potential surrogate markers. Read More

Abundance is linked to health. When we live in lack of we may experience lack of symptoms that prevent us from feeling well. This subject is brought about tonight when I “randomly” opened Eckhart Tolle’s book “A New Earth” right on the chapter of abundance. I want to share with you what it says, as its helping me immensely and it may do the same for you! Read More

Over the past two decades, green powders have become quite common among millions of people all over the world. This is because people are starting to appreciate the health benefits of using such a product. One thing that you need to know is that excess acidity in the body is very hazardous to your health. This is why alkaline green powder supplements that can help neutralize excess acids are so important. Read More

Abstract Aims The aim of this study was to compare the effects of calorie-restricted vegetarian and conventional diabetic diets alone and in combination with exercise on insulin resistance, visceral fat and oxidative stress markers in subjects with Type 2 diabetes. Methods A 24-week, randomized, open, parallel design was used. Seventy-four patients with Type 2 diabetes were randomly assigned to either the experimental group (n = 37), which received a vegetarian diet, or the control group (n = 37), which received a conventional diabetic diet. Read More

Worried about your High Cholesterol?  It might not matter. Maybe you have had high cholesterol for your whole life.  No matter how much you “watch what you eat”, workout, and be healthy, that dang cholesterol number just won’t budge. Every time you have a physical, blood draw, or a doctors visit, you sit there and wait for it.  “We need to talk about your cholesterol…”   They go over the numbers and point out the dangers of high cholesterol. Read More

What is pH? Balancing the pH in your body is key to maintaining good health. The pH is a measurement of the acid-alkaline ratio in the body and when this ratio is out of balance, many health issues may arise. A neutral pH is 7, below 7 is moving to the acidic side while above 7 is alkaline. A body that is acidic allows many disease processes to take hold and thrive. Read More

I want to share a really great website with you today called impactsU. impactsU celebrates people who have made a positive impact on your life. It is a site dedicated to the sharing of personal stories and messages of gratitude with individuals and the world. It’s an absolute gem! It is 100% dedicated to creating a community of sharing stories of how people have impacted and inspired our lives. Read More

Greenville, DE – pHresh Products are the developers and distributors of pHresh greens. pHresh greens is the first raw green alkalizing superfood supplement in which 3 – 4 servings of raw greens are found in just one teaspoon.  pHresh greens is sold in such retailers as Fairway Market, Wild By Nature, Mrs. Greens, Willner Chemists, Earth Origins, Alka Pi, Iavarone Bros, NrGize café (inside LA Fitness), Alliance MMA. Read More

Serves: 2 Ingredients: 1 bunch of asparagus coconut oil for cooking 1 tablespoon or more of garlic powder or 3 diced garlic cloves 1 teaspoon or more of himalayan salt 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast Action: In a fry pan heat the coconut oil on medium heat. Add the asparagus (and diced garlic if you are using the real thing) and cook for a few minutes until soft, but not browned. Read More