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The human body uses three main sources of energy: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. The ability to run, swim, ski, and generally survive results from the ability of the body to extract energy from food. Each of the different fuel sources – carbohydrates, protein, and fat – follow different metabolic pathways in the body but they […]

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Nitric Oxide is the most powerful endogenous vasodilator in the body. It aid in widening the blood vessels and improves circulation to all parts of the body – from the nose to the kidneys, lungs, fingers, toes, heart, and all over the body. When a person does not produce enough nitric oxide it results in […]

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B vitamins are essential vitamins which affect the functioning of the body and quality of life. B vitamins either enter the body through food or the body produces them within the intestinal flora. B vitamins transform nutrients into the form needed by the body to provide energy. They also help to keep the immune system […]

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A quick brew might be the first thing that most people reach for when they need that sudden jolt of energy to start their day but it’s unlikely that it will be enough to fight off drowsiness for hours on end. And whilst there are no foods which can offer a “quick fix” for our […]

A person is considered to be obese when they weigh at least 20% more than what is considered to be the normal weight for their height. How obesity affects a persons health depends on a number of factors such as age, gender, the distribution of fat, and the amount of physical activity a person enjoys. […]

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