How Muscle Mass Affects Aging: The Key to Vitality and Longevity

September 25, 2018

8 Heartburn Triggers They Didn’t Tell You About

Heartburn is a very common ailment afflicting millions of people. Some people suffer from heartburn at least once in a month while there are others for whom this condition is a constant companion. Most people think heartburn is caused by spicy, fried and oily food, alcohol, processed foods OR  Over-eating especially around the holidays! However, […]

September 21, 2018

Serotonin, Nothing Will Make You Happier

First off, what is serotonin? It’s a neurotransmitter that functions in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the central nervous system (CNS).   You may be familiar with serotonin because it typically is associated with mood, and is also referenced in discussions of ecstasy or sex.  In pleasurable situations, (and most agree during exercise) serotonin is released, […]

August 31, 2018

The Ultimate Guide to Kick Sugar Addiction

  Likening a sugar addiction to a drug habit might seem like an overreaction on the surface, but it might not be exaggerated. Surely, at some point in time, you might have found yourself really craving a chocolate bar, a slice of cake or a can of a soda pop, even when you’re not hungry. […]

Why the FDA Pulled the HCG Diet from Store Shelves
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Why the FDA Pulled the HCG Diet from Store Shelves

Why the FDA Pulled the HCG Diet from Store Shelves Have you tried the HCG diet yet?  If so, how successful were you at losing weight, and keeping it off? If you haven’t yet tried this controversial diet, you may not have another chance.  According to the United States Food and Drug Administration, together with […]

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