Weight-loss supplements play a secondary role in maintaining a healthy body weight. The basis of any weight-loss strategy should be a balanced, nutritious diet combined with a comprehensive exercise program. Eat a diet rich in lean proteins like...
Healthy muscle tone results from a combination of sufficient exercise and good nutrition. Your toned muscles look their best when your body mass and composition create lean muscle. Certain nutritional supplements can help women reach that goal....
The endocrine system releases hormones each day to maintain your health. This system breaks down as you get older, and your body then makes smaller amounts of these important chemicals. Such decreases cause hormonal deficiencies, which place you...
The brain is composed of 85 percent water, accounts for 1/50th of body weight and uses 1/20th of the blood supply. Nutritionists clam that some of the most important nutrients for maintaining the structure, development and functioning of the...
Although many Americans find gaining weight to be all too easy -- the New York Times notes that as of 2010, 34 percent of American adults are obese -- the task can be difficult if you have a fast metabolism or exercise often. High levels of...
Blood circulation is one of the most important processes that occurs in your body. The Cleveland Clinic states that circulation, or blood flow, is important for numerous reasons. Blood transports oxygen and nutrients to your cells and tissues,...
Obesity is one of the most common health problems affecting Americans, including American women. According to WomensHealth.gov, greater than 60 percent of women in the United States are overweight and more than 33 percent of overweight adult women...
Following a balanced diet and eating foods from each food group will provide you with the nutrients your body needs. In some cases, you may want to consume certain dietary supplements to reach your nutritional needs. Let your doctor know about all...
The American Heart Association says that a healthy diet, free of trans fats and excess calories, is the best means for preventing cardiovascular disease. Along with a healthy lifestyle, scientific research has shown heart disease-reducing benefits...
There is a vast market for energy supplements in those who push their bodies to the limits and those looking for assistance to maintain energy and maximize performance. While energy supplements may provide a quick boost in energy, most contain...
Working out at the gym is a great way to shed pounds, burn off stress, or just get your body in healthy shape. However, working out can be strenuous on your body, so you may want to pick up some supplements to support your exercise goals and keep...
A joint is made of connective tissue at the place where two bones come together. According to the Arthritis Foundation, musculoskeletal complaints, including arthritis, are the most reported chronic conditions in the United States. Typical...
Healthy living means making the right choices for your body and all of its organs. Your heart keeps you alive--forcing nutrients through your cells, bringing oxygen to your brain, and aiding in the release of toxins. Keeping this vital organ...
A 2008 survey in the journal Obesity found that many dieters erroneously believe that supplements marketed for weight loss have been deemed effective and safe by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In fact, many weight-loss supplements aren't...
Taking certain vitamin and mineral supplements can help improve the look and feel of your skin. The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 defines supplements as dietary ingredients made up of vitamins, minerals, herbs, and amino...
A high-fiber diet offers many health benefits including preventing constipation and irregular bowel movements, lowering cholesterol and lowering glucose levels. Fiber can be found in many natural dietary sources, as well as supplements.
The central nervous system is composed mainly of the brain and spinal cord. The complex array of tissues and cells requires the same nutrients as most other cells in body. However, it is known that certain nutrients are crucial to the CNS. If they...
Having the recommended amount of fiber in your diet on a daily basis has many health benefits. It will help to normalize your bowel movements and help to maintain your bowel integrity. Fiber also helps to lower your cholesterol levels, helps to...
Some dietary supplements can help to reduce the risk of heart disease. They can help reduce blood cholesterol levels and control blood pressure, spasm of the coronary arteries and heart rhythm. It is important to combine these supplements with a...
Vitamins are organic compounds essential to life. Because your body cannot synthesize them, you must satisfy your requirement for vitamins in the form of food or supplements. A nutrient-rich diet goes far toward meeting the recommended daily...
Maintaining moderate muscle mass is important for reducing the risks of osteoporosis and obesity. Additionally, larger muscles are viewed as beneficial for athletic performance; given the economic rewards for professional athletes, there is...
Cognitive function describes the brain's ability to assimilate information and transform it into useful information necessary to perform everyday activities. A decrease in cognitive function is a natural effect of the aging process. According to...
Healthy hair is a sign that the internal body is healthy. Unhealthy hair can be caused by heat damage (because of extremely hot hair appliances or sun), chemicals or a lack of certain mineral or vitamin in the body. To combat the lack of vitamins...
Your liver, the heaviest gland in your body (3 lbs.), metabolizes and stores both fats and carbohydrates, processes drugs and hormones, and synthesizes proteins. The liver also produces the bile salts that help in nutrient absorption in your small...
Like the hair on your head, your fingernails consist of layers of keratin protein, according to the Mayo Clinic. When your nails are healthy, your body uses nutrients and proteins to create more keratin, pushing the growing portion of the nail out...
Breathing is the most fundamental action of human beings, yet many of us take it for granted. It comes so naturally that unless we develop a respiratory illness, we have little cause to go above and beyond our daily habits to protect our lungs....
It is important to get all your daily vitamins and minerals in order to live a healthy life. However, when you cannot get enough from the foods you eat, you and your doctor may decide to include supplements into your diet. You will want to tell...
Certain supplements may be helpful in improving your kidneys' health and function. According to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse, your kidneys are a pair of vital organs that help cleanse your blood and keep it...
A healthy thyroid plays an important role in energy, mood, metabolism and overall well-being through the production of regulatory hormones. It also controls the rate at which the body uses energy. Imbalances may occur, resulting in periods of...
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