An imbalance in the pH level (acid-alkaline) in your body can affect the nervous system (depression), cardiovascular system (heart disease), muscles (fatigue), and skin (aging). If your body is highly acidic, mineral reserves become depleted and your body uses whatever source it can take minerals from, a process that can cause health problems. While in…
Despite Ben Bernanke’s assurances that the nation is not headed for a recession, many people are still worried about their financial future. Wholesale prices for raw materials, including food and fuel, continue to rise, which ultimately means higher prices for future consumers. The USDA’s chief economist reported that food prices rose 4 percent last year…
These days, many of my patients have been asking about a keto food plan. Is the ketogenic weight loss program safe? Do you recommend it? Despite the current hype, the ketogenic diet isn’t always a new thing. In medical medicine, we have been using it for nearly a hundred years to deal with drug-resistant epilepsy,…
Alkaline vegetables are an essential part of maintaining the acid-alkaline balance of our body. In fact, they are the most important part. When following the alkaline diet, vegetables are the most alkaline foods you will eat. Only alkaline drinks, like lemon water, are what you’ll get more. This is because most other foods contain sugar…
If you’re new to the vegan diet or just thinking of sticking to the lifestyle, you may have questions about achieving optimal vegan nutrition. The most common concerns seem to center on protein, calcium, vitamin B12, and DHA. Obviously, you want to stick to your goals and beliefs without sacrificing your own health — or…
Sometimes referred to as the ketosis diet, the keto diet is a natural way to lose weight without dieting, starving yourself, or popping a pill. Instead of eating whole, natural foods, you’ll eat smaller, higher-fiber carbs and add lean protein to your food. Consuming more protein will help you feel full for longer because it…
While these 23 million individuals represent the core of an emerging society that is more inclined to study and learn, the remaining individuals are excluded from these learning experiences for reasons of time, cost, or even personal issues. Over the past few years, the number of adults continuing their education has increased exponentially. The term…
It is important to be sure diverse in your vegan diet to make sure you get all the right nutrients, to keep you motivated, and of course to enjoy your food. A lot of people who follow a vegan diet get stuck in a rut when it comes to making their own lunches. What they…
Is the ketogenic diet safe for people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? The recommended food for people with high blood sugar encourages weight loss: the ketogenic diet is high in fat and low in carbohydrates, so it’s puzzling how such a high-fat diet is an option to mitigate high blood sugar. The ketogenic diet It…