The human body has evolved to adapt to any environment on earth. Our bodies need about 160 different nutrients, for things to function optimally, but we all need different amounts of these on different days.

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Getting the balance right

A good diet is important for good health.  A varied diet can help you manage your weight, improve general wellbeing and reduce the risk of conditions including heart disease, stroke, some cancers, diabetes and osteoporosis. All you need to do is eat sensibly, choosing a range of foods in the correct proportions.  The ...

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02.17.11

Change your environment and change your life

I’m afraid if you have one leg you cannot grow another (well not yet anyway), and I can’t find any evidence for stopping the aging process. These are not your ‘environmental’ influences. But when it comes to habits there is hope. And most of what you are as a ...

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12.31.10

Introduction to obesity

Why am I fat and why are we getting fatter? And what can I do about it? Lets break this down into its three components. Why am I fat? Many years ago I would have said ‘I don't Know’. But Im beginning to get some very interesting answers. The problem with this ...

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12.13.10

Beat Hunger Pangs

Learning to control your hunger is crucial to managing your weight long term, and part of this process is recognizing the difference between true hunger, and a psychological desire to eat. Eating Without Thinking Most people eat without thinking. A plate of food arrives in front of them and they eat it all, regardless of ...

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