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Clean Eating

Eat this, not that, and other clean eating basics.

How to Shake an Addiction
I had all three addictions. Coffee was a gradual event to quit while alcohol required a therapist I saw at the time. Sugar is the last one; I have quit this only recently. I mean quit anything with sugar, such as Chewy Chocolate Granola Bars. All I have are mini semisweet chocolate chips. I’m trying to get to perfect diabetes here, and sugar is not going to help. You see I’m a brittle diabetic. This means my blood sugars can rise and fall in unpredictable ways. As a talented schizophrenic, coffee would make me manic, which means my abilities would go out of control. In 2009, I was still a caffeine addict.
By Iria Vasquez-Paez6 years ago in Longevity
Things to Eat When You Have No Gallbladder
Five months ago I underwent a surgery for the removal of my gallbladder. Not knowing what the major effects it can have on my body.
By Nova May6 years ago in Longevity
Ultimate Benefits of the Ketogenic Diet
People all around the world are obsessed with this low-carb, high-fat diet, but is this ketogenic lifestyle just another fad?
By Silena Le Beau6 years ago in Longevity
5 Ways to Eat Healthier Without Changing What You Eat
Obviously, it is better to eat a healthier diet than the typical Standard American Diet (SAD). However, I understand that a lifestyle change can become overwhelming so these easy tricks can be a great place to start. I also want to underscore the importance of lifestyle change here. I do not believe in diets as they have been proven time and time again to not work, certainly not for the long term. This is probably in part because the word "diet" has a connotation of meaning temporary, most likely with the end goal of rapid weight loss (which always comes back with a vengeance!). Since this is about long-term lifestyle changes, there’s no rush! It’s much better to move in baby steps that you are comfortable with, so you don’t throw in the towel and revert to your old ways. These here are simple tricks to eat better without changing what you eat, but how you eat.
By Karma S6 years ago in Longevity
Spirulina: Major Beneficial Ancient Superfood for Longevity
Move over açai and goji berries. Mother nature's superfoods are skyrocketing health because they contain tons of impressive healing properties.
By Silena Le Beau6 years ago in Longevity
Arbonne Essentials: Product Review
Arbonne is a company which specializes in products that are vegan, non-GMO, and toxin-free. They have a team of specialists all over the United States and in many other countries all over the world. Arbonne bans 2,000 chemicals from their products to ensure that they are as safe and beneficial as possible. Every year, we as a society become more health-conscious and more protective over what we allow to enter our bodies. Whether it is something we digest or put onto our skin, our body absorbs whatever it is and enters it directly into our blood stream. I was contacted by specialist Shannon Brown, who generously provided me with Arbonne's Fit Chews and Daily Protein Boost.
By Anne 6 years ago in Longevity
Why Nutrition Matters
A piece about the basics of nutrition and why it is important. I remember being in high school and not caring about what I was putting into my body. I felt sick after almost every meal throughout a day (digestion problems, bloating, upset stomach). These digestive issues started when I was about fourteen. Three years ago, I found out that I am highly allergic to eggs and slightly intolerant to gluten. To add, I also notice digestive problems after eating dairy, meat and fried foods. To add even more, I am a vegetarian. At first, I was devastated that I couldn’t eat my favourite foods but realistically, I just had to make some responsible changes in my diet. I guess you could say I follow a strict diet, however, it is based off a combination of my own beliefs and not wanting to feel sick after eating anymore.
By Abby Verigin6 years ago in Longevity
Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity is becoming a national epidemic. In the United States, an average of 1 in every 3 children between the ages of 2-19 are overweight or obese. This puts them at great risk for many serious health issues, like Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, or even heart failure. These are illnesses that children should not develop at such young ages.
By Susan Nelson6 years ago in Longevity
How to Eat Anything and Stay Healthy?
"Whoa! How can I eat burgers and stay healthy..? Is it even possible? Come on, man, there is nothing better for your health than salads!" - Random dude I talked with at the gym
By Vladislav Andonov6 years ago in Longevity
7 Tips to Attain Enlightened Eating
Even conscious adults who focus on good nutrition have challenges when it comes to food because it can be very confusing. The studies and science around food and diet is sometimes contradictory. And let's face it: People eat for countless reasons, including stress relief, to relieve fatigue, to comfort themselves, to accompany the alcohol they drink, to please others, to be included in family gatherings and social situations, to celebrate their heritage... seldom is it simply for health.
By Cassandra Ohlsen6 years ago in Longevity
The Low Carb Diet
Whether it’s chocolate, potato chips, McDonald’s french fries, or any other unhealthy treat, most of us can admit that there is some sort of unhealthy food that they probably enjoy just a little too often. That’s okay! There is nothing wrong with enjoying the foods that are out there. The problem arises when these indulgences affect a person’s everyday life. This could mean waking up to a faceful of acne, feeling lethargic at times when the person normally wouldn’t feel this way, or, the experience most people dread happening to them, gaining weight.
By Rebecca Weiner6 years ago in Longevity
Ketogenic Diet—Does it Work?
I happened upon the popular "keto" diet on Pinterest when I was searching around for low-carb recipes. At the time, I was having a hard time with energy levels, itchy feet, and headaches. With a family history of diabetes, that was my first thought.
By Jenna Phinney6 years ago in Longevity