WHAT IS CRYPTOXANTHIN? Cryptoxanthin (also known as beta-cryptoxanthin) is a carotenoid and phytonutrient (health boosting, plant based chemical compounds which are not classed as essential nutrients). It is chemically very similar to beta carotene and like beta carotene it is used by your body to create vitamin A. In this article I will be providing a full breakdown of cryptooxanthin and discussing how it affects the human body. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF CRYPTOXANTHIN? There is very little information available regarding the discovery of cryptoxanthin. WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF … [Read more...]
The Free Fitness Tips Christmas Survival Guide
It might seem a little early to start posting about Christmas but it is actually only 7 weeks away. Over the next 7 weeks I am going to be posting plenty of useful tips to help you avoid the Christmas bulge and maintain some level of fitness over the festive period. However, today I am going to get you prepared for the coming weeks with the Free Fitness Tips Christmas Survival Guide. This comprehensive guide gives you all the information you need to survive the holiday season with your fitness intact. Whether you are trying to fit in some exercise, looking for the perfect gift for a fitness … [Read more...]
Canthaxanthin Explained
WHAT IS CANTHAXANTHIN? Canthaxanthin is a carotenoid and phytonutrient. It is most famous for being a sunless tanning product but this natural nutrient may have further health benefits in humans. In this article I will be providing you with a full overview of canthaxanthin and its role in the human body. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF CANTHAXANTHIN? Canthaxanthin was discovered by the British chemist Basil Weedon in 1970 along with a selection of other carotenoids. WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CANTHAXANTHIN? Canthaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant that can protect the body’s cells … [Read more...]
Jogging Music – My Top 5 Best Songs To Run To
“To a runner, a side stich is like a car alarm. It signifies something is wrong, but you ignore it until it goes away.” Recently I have been looking back at some of my most popular posts and found that there was a lot of interest in this post on jogging. After reading through my previous jogging articles I realised that I’ve really not done a lot of outdoor jogging this year. I have been focussing quite a lot on gym work and not getting outside to jog even though we have been having some gorgeous weather here in the UK. Looking back I feel quite disappointed in myself because jogging is … [Read more...]
The Free Fitness Tips Newsletter – October 2011
Hello everyone. The Free Fitness Tips Newsletter - October 2011 is now online. If you want to download a copy you can do so using the link below... >>> Click Here To Download The Free Fitness Tips Newsletter - October 2011 <<< … [Read more...]
Lycopene Explained
WHAT IS LYCOPENE? Lycopene is a carotene and phytonutrient (health boosting, plant based chemical compounds which are not classed as essential nutrients). Early research indicates that this natural nutrient may be able to protect against cancer, diabetes, heart disease and more. In this article I will be providing you with a full overview of lycopene. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF LYCOPENE? Lycopene was first discovered and isolated in 1910. Its chemical structure was determined 21 years later in 1931. WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF LYCOPENE? Lycopene is an extremely powerful … [Read more...]
3 Simple Steps For Avoiding Protein Deficiency
In 1 of my recent posts I said that I was going to start writing more practical articles which should be a lot more useful for visitors to this website. After looking through my website stats last night I noticed that 1 of my most popular articles is on protein deficiency. Based on this I have decided to do a follow up article and provide you with 3 simple steps for avoiding protein deficiency. 1) HAVE PROTEIN WITH YOUR BREAKFAST Most people’s breakfasts contain very little protein. They normally eat carbohydrate heavy foods such as cereal or toast and avoid the protein. If this sounds … [Read more...]
My First Ever Guest Post At Dietriffic
Hi everyone. I am very excited to announce that my first ever guest post has just been published at Dietriffic. It discusses 5 of the impressive benefits of coffee. If like me you have coffee most mornings to give you that extra kick then you should check out this article. That morning cuppa is doing more than just waking you up. It is also boosting your health in multiple ways. Once you have finished reading the article I highly recommend that you check out the rest of Dietriffic. If you are looking for healthy eating and diet tips this really is 1 of the best sites on the Internet. … [Read more...]
Beta Carotene Explained
WHAT IS BETA CAROTENE? Beta carotene is a bright orange carotenoid and phytonutrient (health boosting, plant based chemical compounds which are not classed as essential nutrients). It can be found in various vegetables and is used by your body to create vitamin A. In this article I will be taking a deeper look at beta carotene and how it affects the human body. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF BETA CAROTENE? Beta carotene was discovered and isolated by the German chemist Heinrich Wilhelm Ferdinand Wackenroder in 1831. However, the relationship between beta carotene and vitamin A was not … [Read more...]
12 Powerful Cancer Fighting Foods & Drinks
Cancer fighting foods and drinks are 1 of the most powerful tools you can use to prevent this chronic disease. As of 2007, cancer was responsible for approximately 13% of all human deaths worldwide. However, experts believe that around a third of cancers are linked to diet. That means by consuming the right cancer fighting foods and drinks you can seriously slash your cancer risk. In this article I am going to help make incorporating cancer fighting foods and drinks into your diet a whole lot easier by providing you with 12 Powerful Cancer Fighting Foods & Drinks. Each of these 12 … [Read more...]