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Vegucated
When I first started a vegan diet, I did it as an experiment. I wanted to get rid of my addictions to some unhealthy foods and to shed a few pounds. My main motivation to start was my health. I believe food is medicine, and that you truly are what you eat. Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food ~ Hippocrates
Vegucated: A Documentary Review
The last week of April was my 1 year Vegan Anniversary! When I first started a vegan diet I did it as an experiment. I wanted to get rid of my addictions to some unhealthy foods and to shed a few pounds. My main motivation to start was my health. I believe food is medicine, and that you truly are what you eat. Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food ~ Hippocrates
Foods With Omega-3 Fats
Omega-3 fats, also known as omega-3 fatty acids, are a category of polyunsaturated fats that can be subdivided into three main types–alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA). Together, these three types of omega-3 fatty acids promote cardiovascular health by decreasing the risk of heart disease, high cholesterol and atherosclerosis. In addition, they play a pivotal role in proper brain function and are needed in sufficient amounts for the neurological systems of developing fetuses and infants to grow appropriately. All three types of omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential dietary fats. They are available to our bodies only when we consume enough of them through the foods we eat on a regular basis. They cannot be synthesized through physiological chemical reactions alone. Fortunately, there are a wide variety of foods that provide ample amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.
Is the Acai Berry Really Effective in Weight Loss?
Claims have been sprouting up within the weight-loss industry of acai berries as a weight-loss superfood. Although acai berries provide valuable health benefits, they may not be effective in the quest to lose weight.
5 Ways to Get Rid of Stretch Marks on the Thighs
Your thighs are one of the classic places where stretch marks form, and it can be very difficult to rid yourself of them. You will want to consider various treatments, depending upon the severity, color and size of the stretch marks. These streaks, ranging from white and silver to red and purple, are indicative that the collagen in the epidermis has broken down, typically due to the hormonal fluctuations that come with rapid weight gain. Try some simple techniques for prevention or removal and then work your way up to the more intensive treatments. Pregnant women, women who are nursing or women who have recently undergone a cesarean delivery or other surgery should consult with a doctor or homeopath before incorporating therapies using prescription medication or high concentrations of herbs.