Low Carb vs. Ketogenic (Very Low Carb) diets
Ketogenic diets are diets that are very low in carbs. With this type of diet you ingest no more than 20 grams or 5% of daily calories in carbs. Atkins is a classic example of a ketogenic diet. L ...
Your thyroid
For the most part, your thyroid is a reliable gland that goes about its business creating hormones successfully and effectively. WebMD.com describes it thus: ““The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped glan ...
When to Suspect Lyme
The most useful diagnostic reference: the “Bible” of Lyme medical literature.
by John Bleiweiss, MD.
The When To Suspect Lyme Disease essay:
This essay, written by John D. Bleiweiss, ...
Brains before Brawn!
First of all, give yourself a pat on the back for committing to a new health routine. The way you start out has a lot to do with the whole experience, so remember to begin your day with a boost to you ...
Smart workouts affect the brain too
If you think you’re smart for working out regularly, you really are. Scientists have discovered that the human brain does create new cells throughout a person’s life – contrary to a long-held theo ...
Drinking Alcohol Leads to Decrease in Brain Volume
By now you've probably heard about all the studies that promote drinking alcohol moderately to reduce the risk of heart disease. Be that as it may, scientists from the American Academy of Neurology in ...
5 super foods for a healthy brain.
As we age, our brain tends to get slower. However, eating the right kinds of food helps us remain ‘brainy.’ Here are some of my favorites.
Blueberries. According to research, they impro ...
Special Report: Shhhh...This Is Your Brain On Sleep
As we struggle to allot enough time to the job, kids, family, friends, Lost, and Joaquin Phoenix message boards, sleep stands out as a suspiciously long block of idle hours. We set the alarm early, st ...
Ten Tips for Boosting Brain Sharpness
It's never too late to get started on boosting your brain-building nutrients and mental reserves for a lifetime of better health and mental wellbeing. The May 2007 issue of the IDEA Fitness Journal s ...
