Low Carb with lots of Vegetables

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Reed Hanson

“There’s been a lot of debate about the merits and potential dangers of low-carbohydrate diets, but new research suggests that they may be healthy–so long as they are rich in veggies.  Researchers tracked a large group of middle-aged participants over more than two decades, assessing their dietary profiles along the way.  When lumped together, low-carbohydrate diets were associated with an increased risk of death compared with diet higher in carbs.  However, low-carb diets that emphasized vegetables were associated with a lower risk of death than low-carbohydrate diets that were heavy on animal products.” Source: Annals of Internal Medicine, Sept. 7, 2010  For more information on plant based food supplements click here.

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The High Cost of Being Overweight

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Reed Hanson

“The economic cost of being obese is almost $5,ooo a year for a woman and about half that for a man, according to an analysis.  These figures include not only medical care but also productivity, sick days, and other costs.  The cost of being obese, defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more, is six times as high for men and nine times for women as the cost of being merely overweight (a BMI between 25 and 30).  Gender differences in obesity’s cost will be the subject of future research.” -Source:Depart of Health Policy research report, George Washington University, Sept. 21, 2010-  For information on a clinically proven and highly effective weight loss program click here.

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Spending Less and Eating Better

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Reed Hanson

“Nutritious food like vegetables, fruits, and fish can carry high price tags, but a healthy diet doesn’t have to cost a fortune, according to a study.  Researchers analyzed the eating habits of almost 80,000 women in the U.S. to see how healthful and costly their diets were.  While the healthi8est diets were more expensive on average than the least healthy ($4.62 per day versus $3.72), plenty of women ate well on the cheap.  The authors say beans, whole grains, nuts, and soy gave the biggest health bang for the buck.  Red or processed meat and high fat dairy were the least nutritious buys.” -Source: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, published online Sept. 1, 2010-  For information on effective food supplements click here.

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A Shot for the Heart

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Reed Hanson

“A flu vaccine may do more than keep germs at bay; a study found that getting a flu shot within the previous year was associated with a 19% lower rate of first-time heart attack among people 40 and over. Vaccinations obtained during the early part of flu season, Sept. through mid-Nov., were more protective than later innocuousness. While it’s not clear what the connection is between flu shots and heart attacks, these results may explain previous findings that heart attacks spike during the winter flu season.” Source: Canadian Medical Association Journal, published online Sept. 20, 2010.

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The Need for Vitamin D Supplementation

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Reed Hanson

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that was isolated in 1930 and named calciferol. Since then more metabolites have been found, and the two major forms of this vitamin are now known to be vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol).  We need added vitamin D in our diet because we are spending more time indoors and using sunscreen when we are outside.  For information on a premium quality vitamin D supplement click here.

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Misconceptions about Weight

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Reed Hanson

“Heavy is apparently the new normal.  According to researchers who surveyed more than 2,400 adults, 30 percent of overweight people classified themselves as of ‘normal weight’ and 70 percent of obese people felt the were just overweight.  A body mass index (BMI, a measure of body fat based on height and weight) of between 25 and 29.9 in adults is considered overweight.  A BMI of 30 or greater is considered obese.” -Source: Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll- For a proven solution to being overweight click here.

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Walking Is A Good Thing!

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Reed Hanson

“Walking boosted brain function in a study of formerly sedentary individuals who had gotten almost non exercise in the previous six months.  During the study, they walked for 40 minutes three times a week for a year.  Over that time, regions of their brains that previously had little to do with one another began to interact.  Since connectivity is a hallmark of your healthy brains, the results suggest that exercise may help turn back the brain’s clock.” -Source: Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, August 2101-  For addition information on anti-aging click here.

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Benefits With Friends

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Reed Hanson

“Having good friends and a close family may prolong life according to an analysis of 148 studies that focused on relationships.  The studies assessed the strength of a person’s social ties by looking at factors including marital status, household size, participation in group activities, number of social contacts, and self-reporting levels of support or isolation.  Overall, participants (average age: 64) with strong social ties increased their odds of survival by 50 percent, over an average 7 year period, compared with those who were more isolated.  The authors found that healthy social relation relationships are as good for you as quitting smoking and better for you than exercising or losing weight.  Of course, doing all those health promoting things while friends and family support you would be better still.” source: PLoS Mdicine, July 27, 2010

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High Fructose Corn Syrup

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Reed Hanson

Soda and processed-food makers insist that all sugars are the same. Yet with studies linking high fructose corn syrup to obesity, diabetes and, most recently, pancreatic cancer, big brands are quietly backing away from using the corn-based sweetener. -Source: www.dailyfinance.com-

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Stepping Through The Change

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Reed Hanson

“Walking for 45 minutes a day, three times a week, helped pre- and postmenopausal women physically and mentally, a study found.  After four months of regular walking, the women felt healthier, had less pain, and were more capable of physical activity.  While the premenopausal women lost weight, the postmenopausal women slimmed their waist sizes and gained lean muscle mass.  Both groups of women benefited mentally; walking boosted energy levels and mad work less emotionally taxing.”  Source: Menopause, April 2010

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