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What are the Benefits of a “Keto” Diet?

A keto (ketogenic) diet is becoming more popular as people are realising its many benefits. It is a low carb diet where the body produces ketones in the liver to be used as energy.  It is referred to by many different names eg. Ketogenic diet, low carb high fat (LCHF), low carb etc. Basically, how it works is when you eat food that has carbohydrates in it your body produces insulin and glucose.  As glucose is the easiest molecule for your body to convert and use as energy, it will be the chosen energy to be used over any other energy source. Insulin is produced because it needs to process the glucose in your bloodstream, by taking it around the body. Since the glucose is being used as...

Natural Remedies for IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

First of all, please note that Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is completely different from another condition that sounds very similar, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). IBD is an autoimmune disease that does have very serious consequences. However, irritable bowel syndrome, even though it can cause debilitating pain, is a functional bowel disorder, meaning there are no significant physical conditions that contribute to the problem. So how do you know if you might be suffering from IBS? Common signs and symptoms include frequent: Diarrohea Constipation Abdominal discomfort and/or pain Bloating Gas Spastic colon (spastic contractions of the colon) There are some simple, basic strategies you can use as an alternative to the drugs that are typically prescribed. These drugs may help control the symptoms but do nothing to address the underlying cause. Avoid ALL...

Vitamin K2: The Missing Nutrient For Heart And Bone Health 

Most people have heard about vitamin K but few know that it comes in two forms: Vitamin K1 and Vitamin K2. Vitamin K2 is one of the vitamins that researchers are finding out are great for your bone health and for your heart. It is as important as taking calcium when it comes to improving bone health. Research has found a link between vitamin K2 and calcium. It turns out that without the addition of vitamin K2 in your diet or as a supplement, you can’t regulate calcium levels and bone health suffers. In addition, those who have decreased levels of vitamin K2 in the diet put themselves at a greater risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease. People who have insufficient calcium in their bones get osteoporosis...

10 Ways Exercise Boosts Your Self Confidence

All of us want to feel good about ourselves. When we are confident, we feel better emotionally and mentally.  This reflects in a very positive way in our behaviors, and improves our quality of life, with everything from personal relationships to our professional endeavors. Therefore, anything, which can help boost our self-confidence, is good for us. One of the best ways to boost your self-confidence is by exercising regularly. This not only good for self-assurance but has great health benefits. So how can exercise boost self-confidence? Here Are 10 Ways How Exercising Boosts Your Confidence Weight Control. Exercising along with healthy eating is the best way to control weight or lose weight. This is all about energy intake and energy...

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