If you have arthritis, inflammation may be the direct cause. The labeling of arthritis is often a description of inflammation of the joints, even though inflammation may not be the reason you have it. Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and gouty arthritis are examples of arthritis directly caused by inflammation, while the most common form of […]
No, “eat, hydrate, sleep, repeat” isn’t another movie to rival “Eat Pray Love” that starred Julia Roberts. It should be a mantra for everyone that wants to be healthier. Fitness is more than just going through the motions of exercise. It means you live healthier. Living a healthier lifestyle includes getting adequate sleep, eating a […]
One of the problems faced by clients in Irvine, CA, and around the world for that matter, is the obsession with weighing themselves when they start a fitness regimen. While weight plays a role in your fitness goals, it’s not all about how much you weigh. If you’re muscular and weigh 120 pounds, you’ll look […]
Most people understand the benefits of enzymes on some level. The most obvious one is that they act as catalysts to encourage a reaction to digesting food. However, there are many different types of enzymes, not all of which are used in digestion and many of which are used in processing food. For the body, […]
Rice does not start out brilliantly white, like you find in the store. It’s highly processed and the husk and bran have been removed, making white rice not only less nutritious, but mostly carbs. That can be dangerous for diabetics, since it can cause spikes in blood glucose levels. Even rice milk may create a […]
You won’t have a problem finding coffee shops in Irvine, CA. They’re everywhere. Coffee pleases millions of Americans every morning and sometimes throughout their day. It provides a burst of energy from the caffeine and does have some nutrients, which include vitamins B1, B2 and B3, magnesium, niacin and potassium. However, for some people, it […]
When you go to a restaurant, where the sugar shaker used to be, there is now a small square container of multicolored packets, each with a different type of sweetener. If you immediately reach for that little blue packet, aspartame, you might want to rethink that decision. While it may seem like a good idea […]
Nobody is condemning you if you want a simple, quick way to lose weight. Isn’t that a dream of everyone that needs to shed a few pounds? The problem is, many manufacturers prey on that desire and come out with products that promise these miraculous results, but normally don’t deliver. The latest quick and easy […]
Clients at Next Level Fitness in Irvine, CA, often ask about the benefits of having a good balance of omega 3 to omega 6 fatty acids. While the ration should be approximately four omega 6 to one omega three, the average American diet is anywhere between ten omega 6 to one omega 3 all the […]
Not everyone should go gluten free. However, if you have a gluten intolerance or celiac disease, gluten free foods can help you return to good health. Unfortunately, gluten is often hidden in products you might not suspect, like ketchup or soy. Gluten is a protein in grains like wheat. While the higher amount of protein […]