Obesity is an epidemic that will soon be responsible for more deaths every year than any other preventable cause of death. This epidemic has been growing like wildfire over the past two decades, and continues to grow with no end in sight.
There has been three solutions offered and employed to fix the problem. The first one is fad diets. Here is a short list of fad diets you may have...
Never in the history of human existence has the rate of obesity increased more than it has over just the past two decades. Of course, the obvious question is - Why? Well, the correct answer is that there is no single reason. I'd like to point out some of the major causes. And I'd like to start with the Government and our schools.
In the September 2007 edition of Scientific American,...
Let's start by defining philosophy, and giving an analogy that might make its meaning clearer. Philosophy is the system of beliefs by which you live your life. It is the 'set of rules' in which you act by and judge each daily occurrence by.
Your philosophy is the sail that you set as you move through life. I have recently been introduced to sailing. I must admit I never thought sailing...
A big applause for New York City health officials and a federal judge who have now made it mandatory that NY restaurants clearly post complete caloric content for each item on menus and menu boards. Restaurants with at least 15 chains nationwide, such as McDonalds, Starbucks, TGI Fridays, and Olive Garden, must comply with the new law or face monetary penalties.
Health officials, who...
Understanding the Carb Loading Phenomenon has proven to be an essential element for women who have been successful with weight loss. When the Carb Loading Phenomenon is properly utilized it results in fast, safe, and effective weight loss.
The phenomenon occurs when positive carbohydrates are consumed, while negative carbohydrates are avoided. When a diet consists of only positive...
