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Vitamin E

Posted on 16. May, 2011 by .

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One of nature’s best anti-oxidants, vitamin E has been always had an excellent reputation in the nutrition world. Research has confirmed its power to protect the cells of the body from damage by free radicals, making it a key component in preventing the diseases associated with aging. What are free radicals? You hear this term [...]

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Zumba – It’s here, it’s now!

Posted on 05. Apr, 2011 by .

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  If you’ve been looking around for something fun and new to try out in the fitness world it would be practically impossible to miss the Zumba craze that’s been going on. Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness class that incorporates many different types of music and dance movements into a workout. It is 70% dance [...]

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Myths and Truths Revealed…

Posted on 03. Mar, 2011 by .

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You’ve probably heard of many different types of diets and wondered if any of them were right for you. Here is some information to help you make an informed decision.   All Protein & No Carbohydrate Diet Pros: -Initial rapid weight loss -Fat loss Cons: -Long term causes muscle wasting -Your body is forced to [...]

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Reducing Your Risk of Disease

Posted on 02. Feb, 2011 by .

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What kind of disease are we talking about? Cardiovascular disease, stroke, type II diabetes, highblood pressure, obesity and cancer…to name a few. Overall Goal: Low/moderate fat intake → 30% total energy from fat, 10% from saturated fat Low fat dairy choices Decreased high fat snack foods Increased intake of vegetables and fruit Increase levels of complex [...]

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Top 10 Exercises to check out in the New Year

Posted on 12. Jan, 2011 by .

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  1. Clock Lunges.  Lunges are great for your whole lower body but doing them in all directions really makes sure that you’re getting every little muscle. Video 2. Here’s a great exercise to help you get thinner thighs! Check this out!  Video 1 &  Video 2 3. Here is a great exercise for your abs! [...]

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Top 10 Resolutions You SHOULD be Making!

Posted on 04. Dec, 2010 by .

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New Years is just around the corner and if you have not already started to think about what your New Years resolution will be we are here to help. Kristy has pulled together a top 10 list of resolutions you SHOULD be making moving into 2011.

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The Truth About Caffeine

Posted on 04. Dec, 2010 by .

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Caffeine is a naturally occurring substance found in beans, coca beans, kola nuts and tea leaves. It is also added to energy drinks, pop and some medications. Caffeine excites the nervous system, giving us that caffeine buzz. Different people react to caffeine in different ways.

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Controlling Your Blood Sugar

Posted on 05. Nov, 2010 by .

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Recent research has shown that lower insulin levels can help promote rapid fat loss, increased energy, enhanced mental clarity, slower aging, lower blood pressure, improved cholesterol and over health. Let’s start at the beginning. What is insulin? Insulin is sometimes referred to as the sugar-processing hormone. It is critical for glucose metabolism (or the usage [...]

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The Importance of Fibre in Your Diet

Posted on 05. Nov, 2010 by .

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How it keeps our Colon Healthy We have all heard that we need to include fibre in our diets, that it helps keep our colon healthy …but what is it? And why should we care if we eat it. In this months article we will take a look at what fibre is and how it [...]

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Core Stability

Posted on 21. Oct, 2010 by .

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When you hear a commercial on TV and it promises a stronger core, what are they talking about? Your abs? Yes. But they are also talking about your back. Your core combines everything in the lower half of your torso. Most people tend to forget about their back and just want to get that six-pack. Who wouldn’t want that? But what most don’t understand is muscle-balancing is very important to overall physical health. So many issues crop up due to muscle imbalances in your body.

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