Atkins Diet – Does it work?

The idea of losing weight by cutting carbs like potatoes, sweets and bread while eating butter, bacon and mayonnaise was born more than 40 years ago by Dr. Robert Atkins. It is impressive that the…

5 Skin Care Tips for the Summer

Summer is the hottest season of the year. People often go outside and head to the beach to enjoy the summer heat. Since the heat can cause you to sweat and feel sticky, it is…

How Much Protein Do I Need?

“How much protein do I need?” is a hotly contested and frequently asked question within the nutrition and fitness realms.  Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer.  Conclusive scientific research on the topic is limited and…

America Warned Against Skin Cancer

The Surgeon General is dead serious on his warning against skin cancer. STOP TANNING! The society views tanned skin as healthy and attractive, which leads to hundreds of sun worshippers, basking under the scorching heat…

Should I Use a Foam Roller?

Foam rollers started out as a tool used by elite athletes and strength coaches.  Now they are a common piece of equipment in most major gyms. Foam rollers can be used to preform self-myofacial release, which…

7 Easy Tips to Beat Fatigue

Oftentimes, we feel tired because of lack of sleep or too much physical activities. Stress, anxiety and depression can also lower our energy. There are a plethora of reasons why we feel sluggish throughout the…

5 Health Myths and the Truth Behind Them

Popular beliefs about health and beauty have always been passed on from one generation to another. However, not all of them are true. Some of these beliefs do not have any scientific explanation and are…

3 Tips for Healthy Snacking

One of the reasons why women often find themselves adding weight even if they eat less during meal time is wrong food choices especially when snacking. There are also women who would rather skip snacking…

6 Tips to Save Money On a Tight Budget

Managing personal finances is a way of living. If you do not know the basics of saving money, you’ll end up with nothing at all. As a general rule, never spend more than what you…