http://davidnico.com Health & Living Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:01:52 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Since it's Friday, I figured I would post something a little more fun for your weekend. While at the beach the other day, my wife and I inquired of two ladies we met, "If you could ask the Healthnut anything, what would it be?" To my surprise one of them asked ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/what-is-my-favorite-breakfast-food/ Sun Passion I must admit, I am biased and get pretty excited when it comes to a little sun exposure. Not because I achieve the deepest darkest tan. Far from it! In fact, I'm probably the least likely of skin types to tan. What I appreciate so much about the sun ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/is-the-sun-good-for-me/ When Dr. Barbara Starfield finished a landmark study of the third leading cause of death in the U.S. for the well-respected Journal of the American Medical Association, she thought she would receive warm accolades. According to a recent email interview with her, she has not received any interest from the ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/what-is-the-third-leading-cause-of-death/ Fish oils are one of the leading supplements purchased by consumers to the tune of about $700 million dollars each year. So, it's no wonder you are curious whether or not you should add this to your daily diet. There is also a lot of confusion whether or not people ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/should-i-supplement-with-fish-oil/ To understand how cravings originate, we need to look at the  Triad of Health. This includes your brain, your gut and your hormones. All interconnected. In fact, your gut is sometimes referred as the second brain. So a craving problem is a really a gut-brain-hormone issue. All of those years of ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/why-do-i-have-cravings/ I remember the first time I heard about the book "It's not your fault, you're fat" by Gary Null. I admit, I smiled but then became rather sober. The reason? Although on one hand I know it's true there are countless weight management programs touting their benefits, there is also ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/which-food-is-most-effective-for-weight-control/ How many times should I poop each day? I think that's a fair question and deserves a fair answer. There are many factors that affect the number of bowel movements on a weekly basis. But before I can answer, it's important to establish what helps our garbage removal system function optimally. · ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/how-many-times-should-i-poop-each-day/ Study reveals secrets to longevity New study from biology journal shows a supplement coctail chocked full of anti-aging nutrients such as B vitamins, minerals, ALA, Omega3, Flax, Green Tea boost mitochondrial function (energy) and lowers free radical damage. Although scientist were not able to determine which nutrients had which effects, the ... http://davidnico.com/2010/03/aging/ JAMA Study on Omega3s Another study confirming that higher blood levels of Omega3s promote anti-aging properties. How many studies do we need to see that eating fish or consuming cod liver oil that is mercury and containment free is highly beneficial for more than just heart health. http://davidnico.com/2010/02/heart/ Antioxidants reduces risk of AD in kids Antioxidants are good for the skin. This study shows how this can benefit even the most youthful. Foods high in C are kiwi, oranges, and berries. Check out wheat germ, nuts such as almonds...but it's difficult to know exactly what we should take without ... http://davidnico.com/2010/02/antioxikids/