Food and Health

   6 Foods to Increase Body Muscle Strength six packs ( abs ) INTRODUCTION:                                           Those who are fitness-oriented spend hours at the gym building muscle and fighting fat, increasing their body strength and overall level of fitness. But not everyone realises that improving one’s fitness doesn’t stop at the gym– if you’re trying to increase your muscle strength and lose body fat, it’s enormously important to consume nutrient-rich foods which nourish and recuperate your body after a workout. Are you sports training in Phoenix?  If so, don’t just reach for a protein shake or frozen pizza when dinner time rolls around. Invest your time and money in food that’ll foster your overall health, enhance your physique and reduce your chances of illness in the long-run. egg 1. Eggs               As one of nature’s most complex, complete and flexible foods, eggs are the  gold standard of protein . Every egg contains  7 grams of protein , plus a host of other essenti

Travel to Eat: The Top 10 Healthiest Cuisines Creator: courtneyk  |  Credit: Getty Images INTRODUCTION:                                   Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring. Across the world, people chow down on delicious eats without compromising their bodies. That’s because many local cuisines rely on natural and unprocessed ingredients, and time-tested preparation methods. Read on to learn which countries are putting health first. Then hit up an authentic restaurant, buy a good cookbook, or start planning your own gastronomic vacation 1. Greek                   Greek food offers up most of the ingredients that make other Mediterranean region cuisines so healthy. In fact, the popular Mediterranean diet actually originated on the Greek island of Crete, says pediatric nutritionist and dietician   Keith Ayoob , Ed.D., R.D., F.A.D.A., an associate clinical professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.   According to research , Cretans have a high life expectancy and lower risk