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From 1995 to 2008, obesity rates among the military have increased from 5% to 13%. Recent reports in 2017 have those numbers up to 17%. This displays a definite step in the wrong direction. The armed forces and dietitians are trying to figure out a plan to change this unfortunate trend. The military is looking towards Division I athletics for guidance. Prestige college Universities use more... READ MORE

Sleeping the right amount of hours hours each night is important for your overall health. If you get too little sleep, health problems will ensue. If you get too much sleep, health problems can develop. So what is the proper amount of sleep? Research shows that getting between 6-10 hours of sleep each night is optimal for good health. In a study published by the journal BMC Public Health,... READ MORE

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell. They produce approximately 90% of the energy in your body. Some cells have more mitochondria than others. Muscle cells, for example, have several mitochondria. Where as neurons have significantly less. They also serve a very important role in the process of apoptosis. Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is very important for your health.... READ MORE

Uncooked, these foods will retain their important antioxidant properties. However, cooking these foods will cause them to lose their health benefit. Last time we spoke about which foods will increase their health value when cooked, but today we will discuss which foods to leave uncooked. Polyphenols are antioxidants. Found in plant-based foods, they are important in helping individuals with... READ MORE