10/18/2005

BREAKFAST, WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT?

A growing body of evidence indicates breakfast is good for your health. "Studies show that people who eat breakfast —
especially a healthy breakfast — are more likely to:
- Consume more vitamins & minerals and less fat & cholesterol during the day:
- Have more strength and endurance;
- Have better concentration and be more productive throughout the morning;
- Control their weight;
- Have lower cholesterol, which reduces the risk of heart disease;
Click here to read about breakfast and healthy suggestions from the Mayo Clinic.

For those interested in a body-builder's perspective on the importance of breakfast, read Danielle Nagel's article and protein fortified fruit pancake recipe at Bodybuilding.com.

10/14/2005

BUSTING THE FAT BURNING ZONE MYTH

The more total calories you burn the more fat you lose

"It's true that the body burns a higher percentage of calories from fat during more mellow exercise like walking and easy cycling. But, when you pick up the pace for a higher-intensity cardio workout, you burn a greater number of overall calories (which should be your focus for weight loss) and subsequently just as much total fat. What's more, high-intensity exercise kicks your metabolism into high gear even after you're done working out." Accoding to Prevention Magazine Fitness Director Michele Stanton. Read all about it here.

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