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UFC Fitness Challenge: Week Two Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:46AMThe competition is heating up as our contestants brave the deadly V-up for that trip to Vegas. So what’s the latest in the industry’s fight against fat? Perhaps the highlight of the week has been the second wave of superbly edited trash-talking videos between Ginx TV’s Neil Gorton and GameSpot UK’s Johnny Chiodini. Where else would you find such impressive martial arts moves as the Bin Kick or ...
Vegetarian diet may protect against common bowel disorder Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:31PMVegetarians are a third less likely to get a common bowel disorder (diverticular disease) than their meat eating counterparts, finds a new study.
Consumer Corner: Halal not just for Muslims anymore Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:37AMBy MARCELLA S. KREITER CHICAGO, July 17 (UPI) -- With the annual Ramadan celebration just two weeks away, practicing Muslims this year have more alternatives for breaking the monthlong daily fast -- a line of prepared foods from Saffron Road that meet halal strictures.
Shabbat Recipe: I Like Leeks Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 8:30AMFollow Israel news on and . As you might have understood by now, one of my goals in life is to encourage people to eat more vegetables. Why do I care if you eat enough vegetables? Because I believe that the path to wellness starts with good nutrition.
Is It Better to Provide Health Food or to Eliminate Junk Food? Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:54PMWhere you live can have a lot to do with how you eat, but just how much is a matter of debate. As I noted yesterday , developing more grocery stores in "food deserts"—those barren stretches of the city where you’re more likely to find a liquor store than a supermarket—is not necessarily the key to healthier eating in those communities. Now, a new study published in the Archives of Internal ...
Put down those boiled potatoes—unless you want to pack on the pounds Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 2:04AMA pile of baked potatoes. Even prepared this way, an additional serving of the tuber is still much worse for your poundage than another serving of nuts.
Former Aventura commissioner oldest finalist in senior citizen competition Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:50PMFormer Aventura commissioner Arthur Berger, 90, was selected as one of 16 semifinalists for ‘Beautiful Minds: Finding Your Lifelong Potential’, a campaign that recognizes seniors who stay creative and active.
Top 10 Foods for Healthy Hair Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:06PMWhen it comes to healthy hair, it’s not just what you put on your tresses that count -- your diet matters, too.
Boswellia herb offers pain relief - Tue, 05 Jul 2011 PST Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 2:26AMQ. I am a clinical pharmacist and know very well the potential adverse effects of the chronic use of NSAIDs. That is why I have avoided ibuprofen and other such agents. I saw my primary-care provider for a physical in April and asked him about the pain in my hands, wrists, elbows and feet. He tested me for autoimmune diseases (negative) and recommended Tylenol. It didn’t help. My son, who is ...
People's Herbal Pharmacy: Indian herb yields pain relief Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 12:34AMPharmacist suggests using Indian herb boswellia, instead of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, for pain relief.
‘Where’s the beef?’ Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 6:07AMAll around the U.S., Americans are celebrating Independence Day with hot dogs and hamburgers but that’s not necessarily the case at some locales in Aspen today. Today is “Meatless Monday” in Aspen, which is credited for being one of the first community-wide, vegetarian-once-a-week efforts in the country. read more
Volunteers/Donations Needed, 7/3 Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 2:19AMInternational Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology iCAST (International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology) is a local non-profit organization helping communities to use their local resources for their benefit. iCAST's projects foster economic viability, environmental stewardship and social responsibility in under-served communities and a new vision for their future.
Painesville resident lightens up in many ways Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 11:12PMDon't be surprised next month when you see Stephen Lambert's photo.
Foods that build Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 7:07PMFish, meat, poultry, egg, legumes and nuts provide nutrients that are vital for health and maintenance of the body.
The Single Most Effective Way To Lose Weight Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 5:04AMIgnore the smoke and mirrors. Avoiding junk food is the way to go
graedons' Pharmacy: Pharmacist gets pain relief from Indian herb Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 5:46PMI am a clinical pharmacist and know very well the potential adverse effects of the chronic use of NSAIDs. That is why I have avoided ibuprofen and other such agents.
Chewing the fat over 'lean' ground beef Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 2:00PMWhen it comes to ground meat, the term "lean" doesn't always mean low fat. Claims of percent-lean labels on ground beef often mislead consumers because they're based on a product's weight, not its nutrient content.
Sandy Henson Corso: 6 Months As A Raw Vegan: Is It Working? Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 12:49PMI recently became a raw vegan, and over the past six months I have received tons of emails from people interested in learning more about my raw vegan life.
New Dietary Limitations for Jewish Children Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 11:56AMNo one goes to summer camp for the food. And school lunches? They used to be fried mystery meat and a side of bogus mashed potatoes, if you were lucky.
Some vegetarians make ‘humane’ retreat to meat Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 10:23AMAccording to a recent study, most vegetarians return to eating meat. But that doesn’t mean they abandon their ethical concerns: Many are embracing “humane omnivorism,” avoiding factory-farmed meat for sustainable, cruelty-free alternatives.
Why doughnuts can make you depressed...and the other surprising, everyday triggers that can cause depression Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 9:38PMBereavement, money and relationship worries are among the well-known triggers, but other causes include what we eat to our exposure to the sun.
Professor by day, weightlifter for life Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 11:21PMSSU psychology professor Dorothy Gardner is an inspiration to students Senior weightlifter Dorothy Gardner may not be the age of the average athlete, but she has been putting women in their 20s, 30s and 40s to shame for quite some time. Gardner, a professor of psychology at Savannah State University, began her journey back in 1991, when her then husband, Dr. William Gardner, ninth president of ...
Practical Nutrition: Food Pyramid is out and the plate is in Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 11:00PMThe familiar Food Guide Pyramid just got an overhaul in the form of a plate. The old pyramid format, while pretty and colorful, was confusing with its jumble of food groups. The USDA recently introduced "My Plate" as the new user-friendly icon for healthful nutrition.
Understand cholesterol Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 9:15PMWE HEAR the term bandied about on TV, in magazines and in conversation but do you actually know what cholesterol is, what a healthy level is or how high your own level is?
Kelapo Virgin Coconut Oil Reveals New, Daily Cooking Blog Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 12:58PMTAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kelapo Virgin Coconut Oil proudly unveils their daily foodie blog, www.wearecoconuts.com featuring food and restaurant reviews, gourmet recipes and how-to’s, and expert commentary with top chefs and food artisans. Also found on the blog, are health and diet resources for health conscious readers who are concerned about the relationship ...
Letters: Intensive farming methods Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 6:21PMThe World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) has concerns over the discovery of a new MRSA strain in British milk and echoes the calls to ban the routine use of antibiotics in farming ("Death wish", 17 June). If intensive dairy farming becomes the norm, there is a risk of antibiotic-resistant disease growing in the UK.
Pam's lingerie pics airbrushed? Fashion news! Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 6:44AMWelcome to the weekly fashion round-up, where we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!
Spurred on by Withings scales that shame users on Twitter: 19-stone man loses a quarter of his bodyweight Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 8:02PMJason Wroe, 40, was motivated to lose the pounds after his specialist Withings scales Tweeted his exact weight to all his followers on the social networking site.
N.B. farm's chickens not vegetarian Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 1:01PMA New Brunswick farmer has been feeding his chickens something factory-farmed chickens don't normally eat - meat.
Natalie Portman baby: Actress welcomes son with fiancé Benjamin Millepied Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 3:18AMThe couple, who met on the set of the film Black Swan, have made no secret of their delight at the thought of becoming parents.
What's on your plate? Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 8:36PMMany Americans might have assumed that nutritional advice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture has sprung from the reasoned consensus of the nation's top dietary specialists. In fact, it has been more like a food fight.
It was a ‘rocky day’ at Missouri Mines Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 7:27AMOf the more than 70 vendors at Saturday’s annual Rock Swap at Missouri Mines Historic Site, Jim Greer might have had the most unusual rocks for sale.
From nut allergies to gluten, Jewish camps and schools struggle with dietary limitations Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 3:42PMNut allergies. Lactose intolerance. Vegans. As if serving kosher and healthy meals weren't difficult enough, today's camps and day schools must figure out how to feed a population with an ever-increasing array of dietary needs and restrictions.
Five Easy Ways to Eat More Spinach (Your Muscles Will Thank You, Says Science) Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 11:30AMSiobhan O'Connor is a natural beauty and health expert and the co-author, with Alexandra Spunt, of the blog No More Dirty Looks . It turns out that Popeye was onto something: Besides providing the body with protein, iron, powerful antioxidants, and a natural glow, spinach may also benefit muscle building. So much for the puny-vegetarian stereotype! And since it’s such a health superstar, we’re ...
Turning point for couple's two Amys Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 5:13AMAndy and Rachel Berliner laugh easily when looking back on the founding of Amy's Kitchen and birth of their daughter, Amy, 23 years ago.
Ageing Pamela's lingerie pics airbrushed Saturday, June 11, 2011 @ 7:32AMLooks like former ‘Playboy’ model Pamela Anderson is catching up with age as she appeared to be airbrushed in a new photoshoot for Bonita De Mas lingerie company.
'Ageing' Pamela Anderson's steamy lingerie pictures appear 'airbrushed' Saturday, June 11, 2011 @ 1:40AMLondon, June 11 : Looks like former ‘Playboy’ model Pamela Anderson is catching up with age as she appeared to be airbrushed in a new photoshoot for Bonita De Mas lingerie company.
You Can't Be an Environmentalist and Eat Factory-Farmed Meat Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 10:30AMThings are easier said than done, or so the old adage goes, and we couldn't agree more. That's why we do The GOOD 30-Day Challenge ( #30DaysofGOOD ), a monthly attempt to live better. Our challenge for June? Go vegetarian. It’s a pretty common scenario, especially now that it’s barbecue season: You’re at party on a breezy Saturday in the park and all your liberal friends are chit-chatting ...
Designer Jonathan Adler Falls Asleep Eating Cookies, Really Wants a Namesake Drink Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 8:40AMAdler in his Soho office, with a pup and a Pop. Designer Jonathan Adler is on a mission: "My goal in life is to have a beverage named after me, sort of like an Arnold Palmer," he tells Grub Street. "I want the iced tea with milk to be the Jonathan Adler. Think about it: hot tea with milk. Why not iced tea with milk?" It makes sense that Adler would set his sights on a goal like that, since his ...
Sprouts data complicate outbreak investigation Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 5:56PMJun 9, 2011 (CIDRAP News) – An epidemiologic report from German investigators yesterday said the initial case-control study found that just 28% of patients reported they had eaten sprouts, the lead suspect in Europe's Escherichia coli outbreak, pointing up a factor can be difficult to interpret in foodborne illness situations.
"U.S. News & World Report" ranks the top diet plans Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 5:11PM"U.S. News & World Report" has ranked the most effective diet plans.
Colleges That Offer Courses, Choices for Vegetarians Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 8:49AMThese schools provide ways for students to honor their dietary restrictions while still eating well.
From nut allergies to gluten, Jewish camps and schools struggle with dietary limitations Monday, June 6, 2011 @ 4:04PMNo one goes to summer camp for the food. And school lunches? Used to be fried mystery meat and a side of bogus mashed potatoes, if you were lucky.
Pita Jungle's recipe for growth a success Monday, June 6, 2011 @ 12:15PMHealthy food, methodical growth have proved recipe for success at Scottsdale-based Pita Jungle.
Food plate icon improvement of pyramid Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 5:27AMNutrition and public policy expert Marion Nestle answers readers' questions in this monthly column written exclusively for The Chronicle. E-mail your questions to food@sfchronicle.com , with "Marion Nestle" in the...
Take Monday off — from meat Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 2:07AMAttendees at Monday afternoon's event at the Aspen Club might notice something is missing. The get-together — free and open to the public — launches the local Meatless Mondays movement, part of a national initiative, as well as a campaign to de-emphasize meat from our diets.
North Florida Regional free screening catches woman's colon cancer Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 2:20PMNorth Florida Regional offered the screening to people last year and this year who were at least 50 years old, had never had a screening and who did not have health insurance.
Practical weight management strategies and success Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 4:43AMMany of us have had a weight problem ever since our childhood days and often times, a nasty nickname given to us when in school has as a way of fueling our emotional eating. But soon enough, we become adults and are horrified at shape defying reflection we see in the mirror. We come to our senses...
Natural beauty comes first, says Emily Lim Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 5:55PMACTRESS, model and emcee Emily Lim believes that every woman can be beautiful regardless of her size.
PETA'S Sexiest Vegetarian for 2011 is a Lookout Mountain Mom/Model Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 12:12PMLookout Mountain, Tenn. — After nearly 48,000 votes were cast in the final round alone to help PETA select the winners, 24-year-old Lookout Mountain resident Kate Veltkamp beat out nine other finalists to be crowned the female winner of PETA's 2011 Sexiest Vegetarian Next Door contest . Veltkamp and a friend have won a seven-night stay in beautiful Maui, courtesy of the PETA Member Advantage ...