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A Solution To The Obesity Epidemic In America?
The United States is the richest country in the world, yet it's state of health is shameful, especially when it comes to our children. Childhood obesity in America is skyrocketing at an alarming rate. The rate of childhood obesity in preschool age children in America has risen from 5% in 1980 to over 14% in 2004. For elementary school age children, childhood obesity rates have grown from 6.5% in 1980 to 18.8% in 2004. r
Advice on Buying Organic Foods
Organic foods are grown, stored and packed without the use of toxic chemicals, with a view to a more holistic process that benefits the environment, the soil, animals and humans. Many studies show that organic foods have more nutrients than foods grown conventionally - this could be because organic foods are grown in nutrient rich soils that are fed organic fertilizers and composts, which are so good for the soil, ensuring it is rich and fertile. There are many options today for buying organic foods: r
General Guidelines for a Healthy Diet
The main recommendations of healthier eating are to enable good health, through eating foods that are healthy, nutritious and wholesome. A good diet is simple to follow and does not require buying any books or special foods. A good diet is one which is flexible and can be followed throughout life. A good diet is one which will maintain a fit and healthy body. Good nutrition is the basis of all good health. The main recommendations of healthier eating are: DO: - ** eat a variety of foods each day - ** eat breakfast every day r
Nutrition and Depression
Depression is a real illness which affects so many people. In fact, many people will, at some stage in their life feel the effects of some form of depression. Current statistics reveal that about 1 in 5 people will suffer from depression at some point in their lives. Depression usually occurs when there is a chemical imbalance in the brain. The imbalance occurs with serotonin - an important neurotransmitter, which helps to transfer messages throughout the structures of the brain's nerve cells. Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that controls how we feel - happy or sad.