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Continue readingNuts and seeds are concentrated sources of protein, fats, B vitamins, vitamin E, iron, magnesium and other minerals. Some of them contain omega 3 fatty acids and as such can help to improve the balance of cholesterol and the blood lipid profile and reduce the risk of heart disease. Some people have difficulty digesting nuts […]
Continue readingNuts are one of the most nutritionally dense foods on the planet. When eaten regularly, nuts have proven to dramatically improve a person’s health. They are high in protein, high in fiber and high in the good fats you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The best part about nuts, is that there is no […]
Continue readingAloe vera juice is the liquid that comes out of the aloe vera plant when cut or squeezed. For hundreds and probably thousands of years it has been used medicinally as a soothing balm for burns, cuts and scrapes.The gel that comes out of the aloe leaf contains 96% water and 4% of 75 known […]
Continue readingThe following information is a brief introduction to the most common culinary herbs and spices along with some of their health benefits. Caution: Since all herbs and spices contain medicinal properties, they should be used in moderation. A-C , D-V Allspice Ground allspice is not, as some people believe, a mixture of spices. Rather, it […]
Continue readingThe following information is a brief introduction to the most common culinary herbs and spices along with some of their health benefits. Caution: Since all herbs and spices contain medicinal properties, they should be used in moderation. A-C , D-V Dill Dill weed isn’t a weed at all. It is actually a sturdy, delicate-looking annual […]
Continue readingIf you crack open a coconut, the clear juice that runs out is coconut water (not to be confused with coconut milk) and it’s the latest rage in sports drinks. Coconut water has the same electrolyte balance as our blood, making it a better choice than other sports drinks for re-hydrating after a strenuous workout […]
Continue readingThe history, nutrition facts and health benefits of coconut water are good to know because it’s becoming a very popular sports drink and healthy, lifestyle beverage. Coconut water has been receiving a lot of positive press in 2010, because it’s wonderful health benefits. It’s mostly recognized for its ability to rehydrate the human body and […]
Continue readingCoconut water- is it a new fad drink that celebrities carry around or a centuries-old health aid? It’s both, and the wisdom of the ancients has met up with the 21st century life in using pure natural foods like water from green coconuts for a healthy lifestyle. To step on the road to optimal health, […]
Continue readingCoconut water has always been looked upon as nature’s gift to mankind for health. You will hardly find anyone who dislikes it. At Survival of the Fitness, we could not find a health drink better than this. Let us discuss some of the important properties of this great energy giver. After Your Gym Sessions You […]
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