Nowadays, there are a lot of diet plans available that aim at losing weight fast. However, only some of these plans are actually proven effective. One of the most sought after diet regimens these days is none other than the cabbage soup diet. The cabbage soup diet is a 7-day meal plan that is designed in order to cut off weight fast. This is not considered a long term weight … [Read more...]
What is the Function of the Pharynx?
Our body is composed of many different organs and each of these organs carries a specific set of functions. The pharynx is a structure that is considered part of both the respiratory and the digestive tracts. But what is the function of the pharynx? The Pharynx The pharynx is a fibromuscular cavity that is situated within the throat and is located posterior or at the back of … [Read more...]
What are the Health Benefits of Coconut Water?
Coconut water is the aqueous part of the coconut endosperm (not to be confused with coconut milk, which is the liquid product obtained by grating the solid endosperm). It comes from green coconuts and is best drunk straight from the coconut. If you travel to or live in a tropical country you will no doubt find roadside vendors who will chop off the top of a green coconut to … [Read more...]
Varieties of Slimming Weight Loss Tea
It may be surprising to many to find out that there are only three basic kinds of tea; black, green, and oolong tea. Within these different teas there are numerous flavors and specialties, not to mention the herbal teas that are also very popular. Among the different types, green tea tends to stand out the most as the one with the highest number of touted benefits. It contains … [Read more...]
The Healthy Diabetic Diet: What to Avoid & What to Enjoy
If you are a diabetic, diet is a major part of managing your condition. It is generally agreed that a diabetic diet should be low in sugar and refined carbohydrates, while relatively high in dietary fiber, especially soluble fiber. So avoid starchy vegetables, saturated and trans fats, fried foods, high-calorie beverages, white bread, cereal, pasta, and other simple … [Read more...]