From Ignorant to Green and Healthy

In my somewhat short stay in the U.S. few years back, I learned some new words and expressions, and a whole bunch of stereotypes.  Of course, I didn't realize those were stereotypes or ideas about stuff coming from ignorant people and I just figured – hey, it’s part of the American culture. I didn't even think it will change my basic believes and my whole lifestyle.  

Ecological Gardening- what is it?

by Jonathan White B.App.Sci. Assoc. Dip.App. Sci.

The term Ecological Gardening seems to be gaining popularity.  But what is it?  My experience with Ecological Gardening started many years ago.  You see, I have always been a fence sitter.  As a teenager I could never make my mind up whether I wanted to be a horticulturist or an environmental scientist.  And sometimes I’m still a little unsure!

Super Food - Black Seed

Black seed or Niggela Sativa is considered one of the best drugs since ancient Egypt.  A common name is also Roman coriander or black sesame seeds, but the most important thing about it are health benefits they have.

Black seeds has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as anti-fungal and antioxidant effect, which makes up for the attribute “super food”. Here is a list of various diseases where black seeds can be extremely helpful:

Simple and Healthy Late Night Eats

Wheatear you are watching your diet or not, surely you have experienced late night cravings. Consuming food or liquids before you go to sleep is definitely a reason for trouble during the night, and by all means – adds on the calorie intake. Try to avoid eating late at night! If you must eat - here are few simple, healthy ideas.

Keep Calm And Live Green

Super- Food: Himalayan Goji Berry

When we hear the word “Himalayan” we get tons of associations related to pure and clean mountain goodness, and it is no surprise that a super- food is found there. One the most nutritional fruits the Nature has produced, is found right there in the Himalayas. And yes, we are talking about Goji berries.

Keep Calm And Drink Green Smoothies

Super - Food: Raw Cacao

We know it as chocolate mostly, and mostly we all love it. But every single diet, wheatear it is for weight loss or just being healthy - forbids chocolate. Have you been wondering why is chocolate bad for you, or better, how can you consume it and still gain the health benefits from it? Well, the answer is not in chocolate, but in raw cacao.

Review on: Eating For Energy by Yuri Elkaim

As a former professional soccer player, registered holistic nutritionist and a coach for the University of Toronto men’s soccer program, Elkaim offers his insights into gaining more out of life through proper diet and exercise. If this sounds familiar, it should as most adults have repeatedly been told the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.Relying on a principle called the Occam’s razor, which simply states that from a batch of competing theories the simplest is likely to be true, Elkaim presents the argument for eating only whole foods.

Foods That Give Us Energy

It’s really unfortunate that the vast majority of the population turns to stimulants instead of looking to whole foods for a boost of invigorating energy. I guess part of the problem is that humans are generally lazy and would rather take the “magic pill” to fix all their problems.

But when it comes to having more energy the irony is that the stimulating foods such coffee, sugar, and energy drinks actually fatigue your body in the long run. Sure they give you a quick jolt of energy but then their real effects are felt as they wear down your adrenal glands, disrupt your blood sugar, and create a huge crash after the initial high. Essentially they are drugs. They are not foods that give us energy.

Ok, then, what are some natural foods that will give you long-lasting energy?

Why Eat a Raw Food Diet?

If you’re reading this article, you may be wondering about the benefits of a raw food diet, right? Well, the benefits of eating more raw foods are numerous and once you understand them you’ll probably wonder why you haven’t eaten more raw in the past. You’ll also think twice about eating dead cooked foods ever again.

Do you sit all day in the office?

If you need to spend all day in the office, that is no reason or excuse to sit all the time. Do exercises in the office. Spare 10 minutes from your daily work schedule to stand up and do some fitness.

A Super Cardio - Jumping Rope

 Jumping rope is a great exercise that does not require special equipment. It can be fun and interesting, very low budget and burns tons of calories. What else do you need - some beginners’ advice and you are all set for trimming those extra pounds!

Flexibility Training

Do you feel pain in the lower back, legs, hands or any other part of your body? If you do- you are lacking some type of flexibility training.

Outdoor Sports: Running in Nature

Running is an activity that triggers the most muscles and activates the whole body. Today, when we are more and more tied to offices and computers, this activity is an essential need, not just for weight loss, but for our overall health.

Burning Calories around Your Home

Many of the activities that we do around the home, burn a lot of calories, and their impact should not be overlooked. In fact, some activities may burn out as many calories as some exercise or workouts. Take a look at how and how much you can burn while taking care of your home.

Facts About Cortisol and How it Affects Fat Storage

   As medicine advances over the decades, more and more information is made available to the public about the human body and how it functions.  In recent years cortisol has been in the public eye via the media and in medical literature.  What it is and how it affects the body has been a widely discussed subject for many years by medical personnel as well non medical people who are interested in the latest issues with regard to health.  Cortisol is one of many hormones in the body. It is produced by both males and females in the body's adrenal glands.  Cortisol has several functions including increasing blood sugar and immune system suppression among other functions. However, it is cortisol's affect on the body when it is under stress that is the cause of concern for many people.

Few Things for a Good Night Sleep

Sleep is the key to optimal health. Waking up with a smile on your face is the first step to a fulfilled and joyful day. But for some of us it seems the doom of constant turning in bed and staring aimlessly at the ceiling doesn't stop. Here are few basic tips to help you fix this problem.

Running Shoes - What Is The Proper Choice?

  Choosing the right running shoe makes the difference in good or bad running, running with pain or comfort, and most importantly, whether your body will stay healthy or get hurt. What is important when choosing a running shoe is to start with the idea that you choose shoes which suit you personally. In this decision, the price of the shoes has the smallest importance: neither the most expensive nor the cheapest running shoes can prevent injury to your feet, or make you run more. Here are some simple steps that should be followed when choosing running shoe:

Walking Away From Colds

  It might seem difficult to believe, but walking in autumn and winter plays a major role in reducing colds. We all sit nicely inside with a cup of hot tea and a warm blanket. But believe me, it will not protect you from colds in the winter, since the first moment when your weak immune system comes into contact with a virus, common cold will not bypass. In fact, going outside and walking can help you avoid colds.

The truth about Grapefruit and Diets

  If you have problems with your weight and you have tried many different diets, you probably know that grapefruit is one of the recommended fruits to eat to lose weight. Perhaps you have seen one of the many diets based on grapefruit, where the citrus is eaten with every meal. Therefore, there have been many studies over the past 10 years, in order to reveal the truth about whether grapefruit really helps to lose weight.

Chia: The Super-food of The New Age

  The gifts of Nature are generous and precious. We have been blessed with different gifts, and one of them is Chia. I am sure you have heard this name already, and in case you are wondering about it, I prepared some basic information you can find useful.

Vitamins - What, When, How?

  50 years ago, people were getting all the necessary nutrients through food. Today food is simply not rich enough in vitamins and minerals that the body needs for normal functioning. This is mostly due to the industrial way of processing of the soil and processing of fresh produce, which significantly reduces the nutritional value of food. Therefore, experts and doctors recommend nutritional supplements, usually in the form of vitamins, but do we know what, when and how?

Benefits of Green Tea

  Green tea has long been used around the world because of its significant medicinal properties. Recently, modern science has proven that there are potentials in green tea as an antioxidant to fight cancer and other diseases, improves the immune system, better skin and improves mental function and focus. Also, research has found some other properties of green tea, which will particularly interest you if you've had it with those few extra pounds you can’t shake off.

Simple Ways to Fight Food Cravings

 You strive to be on a diet, and you are always hungry, you have snacks on your mind all the time and you can’t hold on until the next meal? Try these few handy tips! It takes 5 days to for it to become a habit and you will be able to handle food cravings.

How to Avoid Sore Muscles after Working Out

  After running, working out or any type of intense physical activity, it is normal to feel pain in the muscles, or feel some soreness. Usually the pain starts immediately after the activity or the next morning. This occurs because the muscle tissue is torn during intense physical activity, the blood vessels dilate for better circulation, and body’s recover after the activity results in pain. To avoid or reduce such soreness, it is important to pay attention to some things before and after exercise.

Flax Seed - Health in A Spoon

  Some call it the most powerful plant on the planet, some consider it a cure for everything, and we all know as flax or flax seed  Science has proven on many occasions that flax seed has a positive effect against heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes. It is often used as an additive in many diets for weight loss programs and common supplement for healthier life. What benefits are there from flax seed and how it can be used?

Bicycle Carbon looking Aluminum Bottle Cage by IBERA

Hydration is essential when bicycling. Get your bikes ready, and make sure you have a good water bottle, and of course a place where to keep it! Check this one out:

This IBERA Aluminum Bottle Cage cage allows for quick and easy access to your water bottle when you need it, but keeps a firm grip on your bottle when in the cage. You can also put an over sized bottle into this cage.

Casio Women's Runners Watch

A great looking and super practical sporty watch for the ladies who take care of their body and health!

Casio Women's Runners Watch

This tough timepiece is the perfect workout companion. 35mm resin case with digital display. Mineral crystal dial window. Dial features auto LED light with afterglow. Dual time, 4 alarms and snooze feature. Countdown timer, 60-lap memory and distance calculation features. 12mm resin band with buckle clasp.10-year battery. Water resistant to 50 meters.1 year limited manufacturer warranty

G-Shock X-Large Solar GR8900 Watch

For a great workout and some flawless cardio, get a multi- functional sport watch to help you stay fit and healthy!

G-Shock X-Large Solar GR8900 Watch

• Solar powered, Black resin band with a black face, Comes in a mulch-dimensional case with aluminum bezel for a distinction look, Full auto super illuminator backlight, Shock Resistant, 200M Water Resistant
• Full Auto LED Backlight (Super Illuminator) with Afterglow, World Time, 31 time zones (48 cities + UTC), city code display, daylight saving on/off, 5 Independent Daily Alarms (4 One-time alarms & 1 Snooze alarm)
• Hourly Time Signal, 1/100 Second Stopwatch, Measuring capacity: 23:59'59.99", Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times, Countdown Timer, Measuring unit: 1 second, Countdown range: 24 hours

• Countdown start time setting range: 1 minute to 24 hours (1-minute increments ans 1-hour increments), Full Auto Calendar (Pre-programmed until the year 2099, 12/24 Hour, Formats, Button operation tone on/off, Storage Battery: Solar Rechargeable Battery
• Battery Level Indicator, Power Saving Function, Accuracy: +/- 15 seconds per month, Approx. Battery Life: 12 months on full charge (without further exposure to light), Module 3269

Seasonal Food In Spring

  Today you can enjoy any food throughout the year, but the vegetables and fruits that are in season have several important and irreplaceable advantages over everything else. What and why you can eat in spring?

  Seasonal local food means food that ripens in our region each different season. Local food has a much better flavor than imported and artificially ripened food because it's fresh. Seasonal food has higher nutritional value and much smaller negative imprint on the environment as it is not transported from distant countries, and it is produced artificially by using a lot of energy. Here's what can be found fresh in the spring:

Pearl Izumi Men's Select Glove

Cycling or bench-marking, this pair of Gloves, will make your workouts safe and enjoyable. Trust the satisfied owners of such Gloves, and look for their 5 star reviews! 

Comfort Bridge Gel–Foam padding relieves pressure on Ulnar and Median nerves for riding comfort Clarino™ synthetic leather palm is soft and durable Soft, low–profile wiping surface on thumb Hook and loop closure Back: 62% Polyamide 22% polyester 16% spandex Palm: 40% polyester 36% Polyamide 24% Polyurethane

TYR Women's Ombre Stripe Aqua Control Fit Swimsuit

Ready for swim season yet??? Do you know that 30 mins of swimming can easily burn more that 300 calories, and tone your whole body? If you like swimming, or you are going to give it a go this season, try this Control Fit Swimsuit for faster and smother swimming! 

The Ombre Stripe Aqau Controlfit offers full coverage with high neck and back as well as conservative leg lines. Power mesh provides the support you need without sacrificing comfort. Power mesh control flattens, shapes and slims in all the right areas to minimize flaws and maximize your body shape. The soft contour cup is designed to give the look without the lines. It's sleek and aerodynamic shape blends into the swimsuit. This cup is 50% thinner than most other cups on the market. Featuring Durafast Elite, TYR's most advanced performance and training fabric, the 94% polyester 6% spandex blend combines the strength and colorfastness of polyester with the comfort of spandex.

TYR Women's Durafast Elite Solid Crossfit Workout Bikini

Ready for swim season yet??? Do you know that 30 mins of swimming can easily burn more that 300 calories, and tone your whole body? If you like swimming, or you are going to give it a go this season, try this two piece workout bikini! 

The Durafast Elite Solid Crossfit Workout Bikini features Durafast Elite, TYR's most advance performance and training fabric. With a 94% polyester 6% spandex blend the strength and colofastness of polyester are combined with the comfort of spandex. Durafast Elite is able to sustain 300+ hours of use while maintaining a comfortable hold on your body. Crossfit thin straps allow for better tan lines and ease of movement. Drawcord bottom keeps the suit snug. The colorful suit lining keep your laps fun!

Champion Women's Training Tee

A core basic offers performance at a value with updated fabric silhouette.

The Training Tee by Champion is a great textured tee for any activity!

Dorcy 41-2510 Floating Waterproof LED Flashlight

The Dorcy 41-2510 Floating Waterproof LED Flashlight with Carabineer Clip is ideal for both commercial and residential use, featuring a waterproof design with unique float-ability. 

Coleman Montana 8 Tent

Great for families, scout troops and extended camping excursions, the Coleman Montana 8 Tent offers a feature-packed family camping experience. Measuring 16'x7' with a center height of 6'2", the Montana 8 sleeps 8 people comfortably.

Polar FT7 Heart Rate Monitor

Whether you are training for a triathlon or trying to lose weight, the Polar FT7 Heart Rate Monitor Watch pinpoints the information you need to meet your goals. Track your heart rate, far burn, time in target zone, and calorie expenditure during exercise. 

Champion Men's Double Dry Training Tee

Don't sweat it - lightweight fabric with high performance!

The DoubleDry Training Tee - lightweight fabric with high performance benefits!

Omron HJ-112 Pocket Pedometer

No matter where you're going, make every step count with the HJ-112 Pedometer. Using Omron 2D smart sensor technology, this dual-axis pedometer tracks steps accurately, whether it's in your pocket, on your belt, or clipped to your bag.

Camelbak Eddy Bottle

One of the TOP RATED Water Bottles on Amazon! Highly reviewed and recommended! 

Flip, Bite and Sip.

New, sleek shape fits in the hand and most cup holders

Redesigned cap and bite valve provide faster flow and enhanced durability

Dishwasher Safe

 Lifetime guarantee

PaleoBurn System

11,000 CUSTOMERS AND THOUSANDS OF POUNDS OF FAT GONE! 

An Extremely Effective Far Burning System than will blow your mind!

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A Cold Shower - A Great Remedy

  Water has always been a source of pure health. One of the interesting benefits of water is the effect of the cold shower on our bodies. Cold water is an ancient remedy for different conditions, like bad blood circulation or slow metabolism. In the 1920's it was developed into a whole medical movement, called hydrotherapy (therapy by water) and it was successfully used to treat medical conditions and improve the overall heath. With the upgrade of the medicine over the years, these techniques have been left in the past, but it wont hurt to know their benefits. As a mater of fact, I practice the cold shower personally, almost every day, and I can vouch for its benefits. Learn some more of that a simple cold water can do for you.

Walking - All Kinds of Healty

   You may not know this, but a simple walk has tons of benefits for the human body. It is a great exercise for weight loss, excellent  prevention for several common diseases, and over all improves your body condition. Find out what 30 minutes or more of brisk walking can do for you.