Diet & Health: Page 13

Sam Graci tells you how to maintain your PH balance by eating healthier. He talks about maintaining alkaline balance by eating vegetables and eliminating processed foods as much as possible. You should include two healthy snacks a day like carrots or any vegetables. Vegetables and foods with color are very important in maintaining your alkaline balance and PH level. Frozen bananas, kiwis, and strawberries are great for desserts. You can blend them together in a blender and freeze them for later.

Knowing your BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a great way to see if you are at a healthy weight. In this simple and short video provided by Children's Hospital Boston, you will figure out how to calculate your BMI by taking your weight (in pounds) and multiplying it by the number 703 and then dividing it by your height (in inches) squared.

Kevin Gianni of the Renegade Health Show interviews vegan bodybuilder Robert Cheeke. Since a vegan diet doesn't consist of any dairy products or meat, vegans can often find themselves losing weight. Robert Cheeke shares his secrets on how he gained weight while following a vegan diet and how he gained muscle mass. Robert says that the toughest challenge is putting the time and effort into gaining weight by eating the right things at the right times and being consistent. Hard work will pay off.

Worried about battling the bulge as you age? Fend off unhealthy weight gain as you age by maintaining healthy habits. Learn how to maintain your weight as you gradually get older, without gaining that extra thirty or forty pounds.

Catheterization is used to drain a patient's urine freely from the bladder or to inject liquids for treatment and diagnosis of certain bladder conditions. Cathing is usually done at a clinic by a nurse, although self-catheterization is also possible.

Feeling like you need to rid your body of a few toxins? A nice, hot cup of tea isn't just soothing; some varieties have health and diet benefits. See which brew might be right for you. Learn how to tea-tox with help from this video.

-Experts say celery is a negative calorie food, making it one of the best snacks you can eat. This means that chewing the celery burns more calories than the celery actually has in it. - The average stalk of celery has 8 calories. Chewing burns 5 calories per hour. But celery contains a fiber that takes a while to digest, meaning your body is working on it for a while. This concludes that with the calories it takes to digest the food and the calories it takes to chew it, celery does in fact...

• Start by warming and relaxing the lower back of the person you are looking to massage. Warm some massage oil in your hands, and spread it evenly over their lower back.• Start to relax the muscles of the lower back by lightly massaging in circles, moving away from the spine and down the sides. Be sure to stay about an inch away on either side of the spine, which can be very sensitive.• Provide steady but careful focus on knots, which are key points of tension. Massaging a knot too...

Looking to bring sexy back in your life? Bring back welcomed curves with this eleven part vieo series hosted by Momma Gee who shows how she brought sexy back into her life in ten days. By using a series of exercises to slim and tone your body through the P90x program, Momma Gee notices a reasonable difference in her body. The eleven videos go over the following:

Need to cut back on the sodium? Limiting your daily salt intake can help prevent major diseases. Here's how to cut the sodium out from your diet.

Fear someone you love might be showing signs of Parkinson's disease? Parkinson's disease is a chronic condition caused by a lack of dopamine in the brain. Diagnosis can sometimes take years; knowing symptoms can speed up the process.

Can you barely keep your eyes open at work? So bored you could sleep through the entire day? Seinfeld's George Costanza built a bed under his desk, but we'll tell you how to be a bit more subtle. Here's some tips on how to get a some quick shut-eye at work.

Relieve symptoms of indigestion and hear burn with some simple remedies.

Are your sinuses killing you? There are ways to relieve this pain by applying pressue. Learn to apply pressure to points of the body with your thumbs or fingers to relieve sinus pain.

Not sticking to your New Year's resolution of finally getting rid of that spare tire? Trade in those love handles for a slender waistline by following these tips starting today!

Sometimes it's hard to find the time to watch your diet. When you're in a rush, you'll eat whatever you can. Many people grab snacks without considering food quality. But there are healthy vending options.

Losing weight can be a battle, but why not be realistic about your goals rather than kill yourself striving for a size 0? A happier alternative to the cycle of weight loss and gain is to achieve a weight you and your doctor can both live with. In this tutorial, learn how to calculate your BMI and ways to figure what your "happy weight" is.

Looking to make a nutritious change in your life? By choosing the right foods in the right amounts, you can reap rewards that will benefit you in all aspects of your life. In this tutorial, learn how to eat healthy and make positive changes in what you consume.

Hypnotizing yourself may seem like a magic trick, but is actually a great way to manage your stress or change a habit.

We've all had those nights where you had to cram in tons of things, and end up never making it to bed. If this sounds like you, or you are preparing to pull an all-nighter, this video will surely educate you on how to stay energized throughout the day.

This video shows you how to get ahead of a cold. The winter season creates a perfect environment for getting the latest cold that's going around. With this tutorial, you'll know to stock up on decongestants, antihistamines, and lots and lots of tissues. Get through your cold with chicken soup, and rest, to awaken refreshed the next day.

Separate restroom hygiene fact from fiction – here's how.You Will Need* The first or last stall* Hand-washing

While intestinal gas is a normal occurrence within the digestive process, it can also cause bloating, burping and flatulence. Follow these tips to remedy the problem.You Will Need* A review of your diet* Antacids and other products

If you or anyone in your family suffers from allergies, there are some simple ways to make your home more hospitable.

Sick of that burning, persistent, acid sensation? With a couple of easy steps, you can put your stomach at ease and boost digestive health.You Will Need* A healthy diet* Water* Cumin* A healthy weight* A doctor

Cold sores are highly contagious. Follow these simple steps to prevent them.You Will Need* Antibacterial soap* Lip balm* Daily exercise* A healthy diet

Some Chinese dishes that sound healthy are surprisingly fat-laden. These tips will help you avoid diet land mines.

We encourage everyone (especially breast owners) to please watch. Intently. The UK's Channel 4's fantastic program Embarrassing Bodies is serving up lifesaving health advice. This segment does not sacrifice any details (nipple shots, etc.) to accommodate conventional prudes or censorship. We do not intend to either.

It truly is hard to sleep tight when the bed bugs bite, since these insidious creatures are very real, and very nasty. You'll have to be persistent to get rid of them.

Would you know what to do if someone ingested poison? Equally important, would you know what not to do?

An inflamed throat is often the first sign that you're getting sick. Help nip it in the bud with a few simple tricks.You Will Need* 1 lemon* 1 tsp. salt* 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar* 1 tsp. cayenne pepper* 3 tbsp. honey* A humidifier* Epsom salts* Ibuprofen* Chamomile or licorice tea

Headaches are not only painful; they can affect your work performance and zap your energy. Instead of reaching for pain pills, try these natural cures.You Will Need* A washcloth* A hot water bottle* A calming environment* The ability to relax

Strawberries contain malic acid, which is great for removing stains on your teeth.You Will Need* 1 ripe strawberry* 1/2 tsp. baking soda* A soft toothbrush* Dental floss* Mouthwash* Hydrogen peroxide

Getting rid of that nasty cough is as easy as 1,2,3.You Will Need* Herbal tea* Honey* A vaporizer* Water* Fresh ginger* Milk

If your personal food pyramid replaces "Grains" with "Pizza" and "Fruits and Vegetables" with "Taco Sauce," it's time to make some changes.You Will Need* Unprocessed foods* Fruits and veggies* Fish* And plenty of drinking water

Sure, they have personal trainers and chefs to help them shed their postpartum pounds. But here are a few of their other secret weapons.

Mononucleosis, an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, can strike anyone, but those who experience the worst symptoms are teenagers. Follow these simple steps to avoid getting this virus.You Will Need* To avoid kissing* Clean hands* Your own utensils

Take these simple measures to stop heartburn before it starts.You Will Need* Small meals* A healthy weight* A raised bed

Stop a bladder or urinary tract infection in its tracks by learning what to look for and how to prevent it from getting worse.You Will Need* Careful monitoring of symptoms* A physician

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