In the past, you have been told moderate alcohol intake is beneficial for the heart. Now you are being told that drinking alcohol, even in moderation, can increase your risks of developing cancer.

Our health is largely determined by what we eat. What we eat also determines whether we are obese or not. Here we give options with low glycemic index to popular foods. Many people consider high glycemic foods to be “diet food”. We hope to clear up some of the confusion.

Water is essential for the body to function properly. Here we describe why you need to drink water, how much water to drink, and provide suggestions that can help you attain this optimal level of hydration.

Many people find it very hard to adopt a healthy lifestyle for many reasons. This article is an introduction to 9 key changes you can make today without changing your diet or exercise habits.

The Mediterranean Diet has gotten a lot of publicity lately in the science community. Read about the major components of the Mediterranean Diet. See the proposed food pyramid by Harvard Medical School.

Ever wonder what stress does? Gabriela does an awesome job of explaining how the body handles stress. She also ties in the need for vitamins and minerals that are not present in foods. She calls Supplementation the best insurance policy for the 21st century.

Gabriela talks about depleted soils, the loss of nutrients in our food, and the rise of pollutants we are exposed to on a daily basis. See what she has to say about how “The body’s primary goal is survival. Fertility is a secondary, even tertiary concern” and the previously mentioned problems may be affecting fertility.

Information about the banana. Describes the good, the bad, and what you should NEVER do with a banana.

Forget calories or food groups restrictions (ie: low-fat, low-carb). The Glycemic Index is the right way to eat. It helps prevent excess fat accumulation and has recently been considered a good way to help prevent certain metabolic conditions.

Cut through the emotion of selecting the right supplement for you by following the suggestions on this page. Learn what to look for in a supplement and how to identify potentially worthless or harmful ones.