Are Liquid Supplements Right For Your Healthy Diet?

Title:Are Liquid Supplements Right For Your Healthy Diet?Word Count:411Summary:Liquid nutrition products like Ensure (tm) and Boost (tm) have been used almost exclusively innursing homes and hoispitals, until recently. Lately we have seen nutritional companiesmarketing these drinks to people of all ages and all stages of health.Liquid supplements are supposed to be the answer for busy moms running around with the kids,business people running out the door out without time for a sit-down breakfast, and older adultswanting to insure that they will ...Keywords:

diet, nutrition, healthy food, liquid nutritionArticle Body:Liquid nutrition products like Ensure (tm) and Boost (tm) have been used almost exclusively innursing homes and hoispitals, until recently. Lately we have seen nutritional companiesmarketing these drinks to people of all ages and all stages of health.Liquid supplements are supposed to be the answer for busy moms running around with the kids,business people running out the door out without time for a sit-down breakfast, and older adultswanting to insure that they will be able to enjoy their grandchildren. But what do these liquidnutrion product really offer?In general, these supplements are composed of water, sugar, milk and soy proteins, oils,vitamins, and minerals. An 8-ounce can generally has 250 calories, and the deluxe version mayhave as many as 355 calories. Most are lactose free, some have added fiber, and some arespecifically designed for children or adults with certain health problems.These companies are also selling supplements in the form of pudding cups and candy bar typeproducts, with varous nutrientional content.What nutritional need are companies trying to help consumers answer? Below are some of thereasons companies give for buying their products.These companies ad campaigns are using fear tactics to make you worry that you are not gettingproper nutrition from your ordinary meals. True, some people are consuming less than theRecommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for some nutrients, this doesn't mean they willdevelop a deficiency disease. If you truly feel you are not getting enough nutrients from yourfood, you should contact a registered dietitian or a KSU Extension Specialist in nutrition. Theycan help you determine your needs for additional supplements.揈These at on The run?Liquid supplements may be a quick way to get vitamins, minerals andprotein, but there is more needed for good health! Scientists continue to discover newingredienets in foods that provide health benefits. Consider this; the canned supplements have asevere lack of fiber and other healthy components but are really high in sugars and calories.抰Although this was ideal for the original intent of the products, most healthy consumers donwant or need all the extra calories that the supplement provides.In summary, while there is a need for liquid nutritional supplements in some medical conditions,these products are unnecessary for the average, healthy person. In addition, one must considerthe cost of an 8 once can of these liquid supplements to determine if they should be included intheir dietary regimen.Title:Healthy Food Choices When Eating At A RestaurantWord Count:470

Summary:With our increasingly busy lifestyle many families are choosing to eat out more often. While it抮may be rather expensive, for some it is the only logical choice. However, if you e trying towatch your weight, it can be difficult making the right food selections while eating out atrestaurants!This is a simple guide to some kinds of popular foods that people often choose when they eatout.Chinese (and Asian food generally) offers a wide variety of broth-based soups, st...Keywords:health food,eating out,healthy restaurant,low fatArticle Body:With our increasingly busy lifestyle many families are choosing to eat out more often. While it抮may be rather expensive, for some it is the only logical choice. However, if you e trying towatch your weight, it can be difficult making the right food selections while eating out atrestaurants!This is a simple guide to some kinds of popular foods that people often choose when they eatout.Chinese (and Asian food generally) offers a wide variety of broth-based soups, stir-fried treats,steamed fish and vegetable dishes, rice, chow mien, and other menu items that deliciouslow-calorie and low fat choices.There are of course many foods that you should avoid as well. Fried egg rolls, fried wontons,抮dishes made with duck, egg foo yung, and fried chicken should not be ordered if you e trying抰to eat healthy. It isn that they are bad dishes; they simply tend to have more fat and salt inthem than the others. Fried rice should be replaced by steamed rice. The all-you-can-eat buffetshould be avoided at all costs (regardless of what type of food).If you are lucky enough to have a good quality restaurant with Indian Cuisine, you have anumber of delicious healthy, low-fat options to choose from. Chicken, fish, veggies, steamedrice; legumes are included in healthy dishes throughout the menu. Bean soups are delicious andhealthy. You can opt for Chapati, Chicken or Shrimp Vindaloo, or Lamb kabobs. The maindishes to exclude when dining out in the Indian Restaurants are the fried breads, dishes servedwith large amounts of nuts and dishes made with coconut milk. Overall, Indian cuisine is awonderful dining option when you are watching what you eat.Some of the most fattening dishes you could possibly dream of are found in Italian Restaurants.Fried Mozzarella sticks, Lasagna, thick creamy Alfredo pasta dishes and many others cloudyour judgment when skimming over the menu. However, you will also find many healthydishes to make your mouth water as well. Thin crust pizza with vegetable toppings, pasta withtomato-based sauces, chicken cacciatore, chicken Marsala, and biscotti are a few items that willkeep you at the Italian table without having to give up your commitment to cut calories and

watch fat intake. Salads and soup choices are also something to consider. Avoid most deserts inthe Italian Restaurants, most are just like the cheese dishes you find here, very rich.抯You may have many opportunities to eat out with your wife and friends. It important to抮 抰remember that while you are watching you e weight, you don have to exclude yourselffrom all of the great food available in quality restaurants. You simply need to pay attention towhat you are eating and remember that moderation goes along way.Title:Power Yoga: Physical Activity and Meditation for a Overall HealthWord Count:550Summary:This article is about the health benefits that can be gained in physical activities like Power Yoga.Yoga has gone from a spiritual discipline into an exercise routine that may bring numeroushealth benefits. However, just like other form of exercise, individuals who wish to engage inyoga should seek the approval of doctors and other health professionals.Keywords:stress, fatigue, diet, relaxationArticle Body:Health is the real wealth of an individual. Good health does not mean the absence of physicalillness but also the lack of mental and social illness. A healthy person can properly survive andeasily cope with the difficulties and stress of daily living. Incorporating regular physicalactivities, nutritious diet, and refraining from alcohol and cigarettes are necessary inmaintaining a fit and healthy body. Yoga is a physical activity that has been used in the ancienttimes to alleviate health problems associated with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma,shallow breathing, backaches, chronic illness, and many other forms of discomfort. Nowadays,Yoga has gone from a spiritual discipline practiced by many in the Far East, into a mainstreamexercise routine that has been taught in many gyms around the world. Other researches suggestthat yoga may promote relaxation and reduce distress.A new form of yoga that focuses on a more fitness-based approached has been developed. It iscalled Power Yoga, a method closely modeled after the Ashtanga style of practice. The termPower Yoga became widely used in the mid-'90s when many yoga teachers tried new ways tomake Ashtanga Yoga more accessible to the western audience. Both Power and Ashtanga Yogafocuses on strength and flexibility. The only difference between the traditional method andPower Yoga is that the latter does not require the performance of a series of poses. It took thebasics of yoga and and gave it a dose of aerobics to tone the muscles, sharpen focus, andstrengthen the heart.Other known benefits of practicing Power Yoga include:

Improved strength, endurance, and staminaTighter abs, legs, and armsHelps release physical tensionHelps maintain good and proper postureServes as a good warm up for athletesImproves an athlete's overall performancePower Yoga is a very accessible exercise. To practice this new yoga method, all that is neededis a flat floor surface, a mat or towel, and enough overhead space to extend the arms. It can beperformed by individuals of different ages and level of physical condition. However, not allposes should be attempted by everyone. Proper posture and alignment should always bemaintained during stretch or posture to avoid injuries. These activities should be stopped whenthere is fatigue, pain, or dizziness. In addition, the mental component of yoga is as important asits physical activities. Concentration and meditation should not be taken for granted. Yogashould be done with an open and gentle mind when one performs yoga positions and posture.Impatience, self-criticism, and comparing oneself with others may hamper the improvement ofone's physical and mental health.Individuals who want to engage in physical activities like yoga should consult doctors and otherhealth professionals before taking yoga classes. Certain injuries to the wrist, back, and anklesmay prevent some individuals from practicing yoga postures and positions. Furthermore, yogashould be practiced with care and precaution. Some people have reported injuries that wereacquired by executing yoga postures without focus, or by attempting difficult positions withoutworking them gradually or by not having proper supervision. Oftentimes, beginners complainof muscle soreness and fatigue after engaging in yoga. These effects may disappear withcontinuous practice. Yoga is a great way to strengthen the and body and improve overall health.