Cancer Causing Food Chemicals

With the technology of foods becoming more high tech there is always alternatives showing up in foods. In diet sodas and sugar free foods there is an alternate ingredient. Every once in a while I hear things about certain chemicals that are not health, cause cancer, or are made of harmful substances. Most people do not know what every ingredient actually is on the back of their package. Here are a few chemicals to stay away from: (http://www.healthyeatingadvisor.com/9cancer-causingchemicals.html)
-Acesulfame-K (Acesulfame-potassium or "Sunnette")
-Artificial colors (FD&C colors)
-BHA & BHT
-Potassium bromate
-Carrageenan
-Nitrates and nitrites
-Olestra
-Propyl gallate
-Saccharin (Sweet 'N Low)

Eating Right

Many people that are trying to loose weight these days after eating fast food and junk food for so many years and finally realizing they are over weight. Some people result to alternatives such as taking diet pills, Alli, and joining groups, Weight Watchers. However, I do not agree with taking medication to drop weight because it not only is not natural, but after you stop taking the pill you are extremely likely to put the weight back on. The best way to reach your ideal weight is exercise and eating healthy. Even when counting calories people are not able to lose weight. When they eat chips and the serving size says "20 chips" they often think ALL of the chips are broken and small so they take three and count it as one, or they say, "Oh, a few more won't kill me." Making a workout schedule and writing down EVERYTHING you eat most definitely is the most effective way to not only lose weight, but eat healthier. When you write down everything that you eat and look it at the end of the day you feel horrible and start to watch what you eat. It makes you conscious of everything you put into your body. If you have a bit of a brownie or even just five french-fies you have to write it down. Every little calorie you consume adds up in the end. But even if you are thin, keeping a food journal is always a good idea.

Frozen Yogurt

Frozen yogurt has been around since 1970. Recently yogurt places have been popping up everywhere, as a contemporary, healthier alternative to ice cream. Lutz, PinkBerry, Yogurt World, Menchies, Red Mango, FroYo, and many other stores are opening selling an all natural, lactose free yogurt with toppings such as fresh fruit and cereal. You either like it or hate it. I am not a big fan of it, but will eat it once in a while. My favorite flavor at Lutz is Green Tea and Pomegranate. Menchies is more of frozen yogurt ice cream, less healthy, so obviously tastes better. My favorite flavor there would have to be Cookies n' Cream.

A Reasonable Workout Plan for You

I have a very busy daily schedule. Monday through Thursday I volunteer, along with homework and projects, and on top of all of that I play golf a few times a week, and have to keep my room and office clean. In between everything I love going to the gym a few times a week. It is always best to have a set schedule for every week so you are able to fit everything in. A workout plan is always a great thing to make in order to be sure you get your workout in each day. Everybody needs a personalized plan that fits their lifestyle best. For example:
Day 1: Biceps (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Day 2: Legs (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Day3: Triceps (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Day 4: Abs (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Day 5: Chest (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Day 6: Back (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Day 7: Forearms (and 30 minutes of Cardio)
Everyday your workout should include at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise. Depending on your body and amount of days you are willing to workout, you would make your schedule accordingly.