Before many Australians recently, a devastating story unfolded on a popular current affairs program. We watched with compassion as the fattest man in Australia told of his most recent, serious attempt to lose weight. Approximately 12 months earlier and weighing close to 300 kilos, he under went life threatening surgery to lose weight.
What Causes Us To Age?
Science has made stunning discoveries in this area of human interest, it’s something we all want to know – can we slow down the process of ageing, can we live longer, if so, how? It’s a highly technical subject, too detailed to look at in-depth within this article. But, we can give you some powerful pointers to help slow down the ageing process and increase your chances of a healthier old age.
The Truth About Fat In Foods
Fat has had a lot of bad press and for many people, just a mention of the word can evoke misery. You can try to lose it, try to hide it, try to avoid it, but your body still needs it! Did you know that fat helps to insulate our nerve cells, keeps us warm, balances our hormones, keeps skin and arteries supple, lubricates joints and is a component in every cell?
Improve Your Health With Fiber
Your fiber intake is a critical factor in weight loss and general well-being. Health professionals advise that adults should eat at least 25-35 grams of fiber each day. The current average in western countries such as Australia and the United States is well below the recommended levels. For many people, increasing your fiber intake would very likely lead to improved health outcomes.
Why High Blood Cholesterol Is Dangerous
Cholesterol, like fat, cannot move around the bloodstream on its own because it does not mix with water. The bloodstream carries cholesterol in particles called lipoproteins that are like blood-borne cargo trucks delivering cholesterol to various body tissues to be used, stored or excreted. But too much of this circulating cholesterol can injure arteries, especially the coronary ones that supply the heart. This leads to accumulation of cholesterol-laden plaque in vessel linings, a condition ca
Pamper Yourself – You Deserve It
Hey all you busy moms, we know you don’t have hours to spend at the spa but that doesn’t mean you can’t take a few minutes to paper yourself once in awhile.
Waitress’ Bakes Up Pie To Die For
Waitress is about a woman named Jenna who is depressed from her marriage to a terrible husband, as well as her lifelong loneliness. Again and again, she finds herself trapped in the abusive relationship, partly due to financial struggles. To her further dismay, she finds out she is pregnant with her husbands child. The only outlet through which she feels comfortable sharing her emotions is by baking pies. She even names pies after her feelings while inventing them. After a s…
The Benefits Of Preparing Home-Cooked Meals
Health Reasons For Eating At Home
This Thanksgiving, Serve A Turducken And Delight Your Guests
Each year at Thanksgiving, my family discusses what we will make for Thanksgiving dinner. Some of us are traditionalists, who shudder at the thought of anything but turkey with all the trimmings. Others are more adventurous — especially me, since I did not grow up in the United States and I am not beholden to memories of Thanksgiving Past. I am always ready to try something new, and I believe (much to the fury of the traditionalists) that Thanksgiving is a great time to expe…
Tinas Chocolate Chip Cookies
A Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe that will become a family favorite. Guaranteed to become one of your treasured make again recipes.
Top 10 Best Brownie Recipes
Put out a plate of homemade brownies and that plate will soon be empty. It doesnt matter if its a plain chocolate brownie or a gourmet brownie eating brownies just makes us feel good. Heres a selection of great brownie recipes for your enjoyment.
Top 10 Best Chili Recipes
Theres something about eating a nice, hearty bowl of chili that warms us down to our toes. Doesnt matter what time of year – anytime is chili time! Its amazing how many varieties of chili recipes exist in the cooking universe. Heres a small sample of some great chili recipes.