Healthy eating tip 1: Set yourself up for success

To set yourself up for success, think about planning a healthy diet as a number of small, manageable steps rather than one big drastic change. If you approach the changes gradually and with commitment, you will have a healthy diet sooner than you think.

• Simplify. Instead of being overly concerned… Continue reading →

1. Sip Oolong Tea- Research suggests that people with mild eczema who drink oolong tea three times a day may show improvement in itching and other symptoms. Compounds in the tea called polyphenols appear to be responsible.

2. Go Herbal-For varicose veins, try horse chestnut, an herbal extract that has been shown in studies to strengthen veins and reduce swelling.… Continue reading →

What is Obesity?

Obesity is defined as excess body fat. Because body fat is difficult to measure directly, obesity is often measured by body mass index (BMI), a common scientific way to screen for whether a person is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.
Healthy Weight and Body Mass Index (BMI)

BMI measures weight in relation to height and while… Continue reading →

As J.F. Kennedy rightly said, “Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” This statement clearly shows us the importance of physical fitness. However, if in the past you have been maintaining a sedentary lifestyle (and maintain unhealthy eating habits), you are doing… Continue reading →