Whenever anyone talks about wanting to lose weight, what’s the first thing that happens? Someone mentions a diet. Oh, you know you’ve heard it before. Where someone eats only mashed potatoes for breakfast, lunch and a snack, or only eats grapefruit …
Diseases You Can Get From Fast Food
Though we may like to suspend belief, headlines continue to shed light on some of the serious health dangers of fast food. Some of the recurring problems at franchises such as McDonalds, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Burger King were rodent …
10 foods you should never eat on a first date
A first date can be a nightmare of anxiety. You want to make a good impression, so you agonize over what to wear, or you rehearse intelligent things to say. So for God’s sake don’t ruin it all by ordering …
Juicing for Weight Loss
Turning to juicing when you’re trying to lose weight will help you do more than simply shed pounds and be a nutritious food source that supplies your body with high quality calories to be used for energy. If you had …
5 Surprising Uses for Avocado
Just about everyone knows that avocados can improve heart health, promote weight loss, and help you stock up on essential nutrients like potassium and vitamin B. And that’s only when you eat them. As a beauty aid, avocados and avocado-based products also have a …
Eat Healthy…Without Going Broke
By Violet Smith Eating healthy, delicious meals is more expensive than eating junk (or eating the same boring thing every single day), right? Not necessarily! Did you know that, with a little organization and creativity, you can save money and …
5 Cures for Your Late-Night Cravings
By LINDSEY EMERY You’ve been up all night working (or partying), and you’re hungry. Which are you most likely to grab—a salad, or a slice of pizza? We know, pepperoni and sausage wins every time—and a new study explains why. …
5 Health Benefits Of Collard Greens
Collard greens are a staple on any soul food restaurant menu, or at the Sunday dinner of thousands of people throughout the U.S. The good news is that this time-tested treasure not only tastes good but is very good for …
4 Reasons to Eat Healthier
Eating a healthy diet is critical to overall health. Eating a good balanced breakfast is linked to improved cognitive function as well. Healthy eating helps prevent high cholesterol and high blood pressure and helps reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases such …