What Are Normal Cholesterol Levels

Although cholesterol serves many essential roles in keeping our bodies in good health it receives more attention when it is harmful to our bodies. It is harmful when there is too much in the body. We produce about 80% of the cholesterol that is needed by the body naturally in the liver. The rest is obtained through dietary means. However when too much cholesterol is consumed through dietary means then the cholesterol level becomes elevated and this can lead to health problems. Thickening of the arteries is a common consequence of high cholesterol. This can lead to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular diseases. So what is a normal cholesterol level ? This article will give you the facts and figures according to the American Heart Association and explain what they mean.

March 7, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

Quick And Easy Steps To Preventing Cold Sore Outbreaks

Cold Sores are a reoccurring blister that generally forms on the lips or inside of the mouth. Cold Sores are another name for the virus Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1). While the virus is inactive no sign of its presence is detected. It is in the active stages that the painful blister is evident. Preventing or reducing the risk of the virus becoming active is very desirable. Here are few suggestions in minimizing an outbreak.

March 6, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

The Fat Flush Diet Plan - Lose The Fat Or Flush The Plan?

The Fat Flush diet plan is written by Ann Louise Gittleman who has also authored several other books on detox diets and nutrition as well. Although the name leaves something to be desired, if the plan works it really doesn’t matter what you call it. So, how does the Fat Flush plan stack up?

It’s important to keep in mind that Fat Flush is not simply a diet plan; it is also a detoxification diet that claims to clean out your body of impurities and help it to function at a healthier level.

March 4, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

Staying In Shape With The Running Weight Loss Program

The key to losing weight and to stay in shape is by doing the right kind of exercises like the running weight loss program. Even experts recommend a running weight loss program for those who want to lose weight but still need some exercise.

Not for everyone

The running weight loss program is one of the most effective ways for getting rid of those excess pounds. However, this may not be suitable for everyone especially those who have a severe medical condition that is related to their weight gain. It is best for you to consult with your physician first and have your health and weight loss needs evaluated before you can try out the running weight loss program.

March 3, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

The Anti Aging Diet And Exercise Lifestyle

An effective anti aging regimen must focus on exercise and diet. Fried foods, sugars, heavily processed foods…your body really wasn’t built to take this kind of junk in, not to mention excrete it all out naturally with ease. What results is the usual sickness, disease, depression and a host of other ailments which can all be traced back to nasty diet habits. The results of an “aging diet” not an anti aging exercise diet and lifestyle.

A sedentary lifestyle where your body stays in place and cramps up is also far from how your body was meant to perform. If it was so, then we would all be designed to look like a Jaba the Hut type figure!

March 2, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

Simple Ways To Lose 10 Pounds

Eat this, diet that, exercise this and get rid of that, carb this and fat that. The ways to lose 10 pounds seem endless. There are new ways coming out everyday. Some of them work, some don’t. One of the main reasons people don’t do anything about their weight is there are so many different ways and it’s hard to choose the right program. This article will talk about the simple steps you need to take to lose 10 pounds or 100 pounds.

February 26, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

5 Simple Weight Loss Tips

Have you been searching for weight loss tips to help in getting rid of those extra pounds? Here are 5 very simple weight loss tips to help get you on your way.

1. Take your time

As the old saying goes, Rome wasn’t built in a day. Weight loss is the same way. Give your dieting time to work. Don’t allow yourself to get caught up in the instant gratification mold that everyone seems to be in today. If you don’t lose 10 pounds in your first 2 weeks don’t stop. Give it time and you will see results.

February 25, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

How To Lose 20 Lbs In 7 Days - Fast, Safe & Natural

If you are looking for a diet plan that will help you lose weight superfast you’ve come to the right place.

In this article you will learn about a fast and healthy way to lose weight. Losing 20 lbs in one week is very hard to do safely. Most of the weight loss will consist of water and you will gain those pounds once you stop the diet.

February 19, 2008 | Filed Under Health and Fitness | Leave a Comment 

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