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Craig Burton's Articles in Nutrition

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  • A beginner's guide to meditation
    Meditation is one of the most powerful tools for transformation. Unfortunately for many conventional people it is a "bit too out there," so it is put in a box only to be used by the likes of martial artists and yogis. I believe meditation however need not be put in a box for the few but is a tool we all inherently know but just have forgotten how to use it in daily life.
  • Metabolic Typing - An Introduction
    Are you running on the right fuel? That depends on whether you are a Ferrari or a Mack Truck?
    Imagine you're the owner of a beautiful, big, brand new Mack Truck, and you pull into the most exclusive petrol station that has the highest quality gasoline from the world's leading refinery. Now this gasoline is as good as it gets, and you're driving the best truck on 18 wheels. The man at the station decides to put the best quality gasoline in that big diesel engine. Oops! That Mack Truck had better have plenty of sleeping area because you’re not going anywhere fast. Now it's not the fuel's or the truck’s fault, it was simply the wrong fuel.
    This analogy between individuality and appropriate fuel source is the principle behind Metabolic Typing.
  • Metabolic Typing - Interview
    I feel very fortunate to introduce and interview Sally Taylor, diet therapist and metabolic typing advisor as we delve deeper into the concept of an individual approach to food and Metabolic Typing.
  • Food Intolerances and Allergies - is it just in your head
    Food intolerance has become a major health issue today, dividing conventional and alternative medicine. Read more about how to deal with it.
  • Soft Drinks - the drinks of champions?
    One of the most heavily promoted and "coolest" products around are soft drinks. Millions are spent on superstars advertising coke, pepsi and the like. We know they are not healthy but how damaging is that innocent - and many would say satisfying - can of coke to our health?
  • Homeopathy
    Homeopathy is one of the most widely used forms of medicine in the world today. Read more about this natural alternative to conventional medicine!
  • 22 ways to a good night's sleep
    How many of you consider the importance of sleep in relation to fat-loss, injury prevention and recovery, lack of focus, and overall health and vitality? According to a study published in the Lancet Medical Journal chronic sleep deprivation may speed the onset or increase the severity of age-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and memory loss.
    Read more about it!
  • Walking - Why you should be getting back to basiscs
    Sometimes we forget the basics. For many people returning to exercise after a long hiatus can be a painful experience. Shocking the body through intense running, weight training and sport can result in a short term comeback. So what's the best way to get started? I believe it's through daily walking. Find some of the physical, mental, financial, environmental, and other benefits to regular walking!
  • Naturopathy
    Naturopathy, also known as natural medicine, or natural therapeutics, is the western version of other holistic, nature-based medical systems that harness the body's own natural healing process (like Chinese medicine). Naturopaths believe the healing power of the body is the most powerful tool and should be supported - not overridden. The body can heal cuts, mend broken bones, rid itself of infections and achieve feats when given a chance that makes no competition against any man-made drug. Read more about it!
  • 10 reasons to start rebounding
    Here's a novel way to perform cardio exercise especially for those living in a cold climate and stuck indoors at the moment - Rebounding. Rebounding involves using a min-trampoline to jog, twist or step walk on the spot. The benefits of rebounding have been well documented by many professionals in rehabilitation and conditioning.
  • Strong beginnings - success through synergy
    I am continually in contact with people who self-sabotage themselves. They just don't believe deep down it's possible to change. The 'hope' that brings them to the point of "maybe I could achieve this goal?" is very fragile. Brian Tracy, one of the most highly regarded motivators, says in his book 'Maximum Achievement' that he has found the common link between high achievers. All have taken the time to sit down and create a clear blueprint for themselves and their future. Read more about your possible success!
  • Free Radicals - the secret to anti aging and disease prevention
    In 1956, Denham Harmon MD., PHD., proposed his free radical theory of aging. According to this theory, the aging process involves molecular and cellular injury caused by free radicals. This theory remains strong today with free radicals and antioxidants still the current buzz word in the field of anti aging and to a lesser note disease prevention.
  • Stretching and Strengthening - find out how to balance your body
    I recently read in the GQ Magazine an article on stretching written by a London celebrity trainer. He basically wrote that stretching is a waste of time and in some cases dangerous.
    I consider the statement “stretching is unnecessary and sometimes unhealthy” to be another classic generalised BS one. More importantly, there is essential specific stretching.
  • A guide to training phases - how to change your workout to see real physical changes
    Do you make the mistake of training the same way week in week out? Variation is not only the spice of life but when it comes to health and fitness it is paramount.
    In the following article I will outline the best strategies!
  • Artificial Sweeteners - learn the truth about this dangerous man-made additive
    If you knowingly consume Artificial sweeteners, then I highly recommend you read this, however unfortunately many unknowingly consume it, as it’s a very well hidden product, in over 5000 thousand foods, including chewing gum, soft drinks, jelly and children’s medicines.
  • Dream Achievement process - a unique way to achieve your goals
    Your ability to set goals is the master skill of success. Goals unlock your positive mind and release ideas and energy for goal attainment. Without goals, you simply drift and flow on the currents of life. With goals, you fly like an arrow, straight and true to your target. (Brian Tracey)
  • Seven things people should not be doing in the gym
    The gym is a health hazard for a lot of people.
    Daily, I see people giving their all on cardio equipment in an effort to lose a few kilos, or heaving weights back and forth in an effort to ‘get big’. These are the same people who, a year later have nothing to show for their three-one-hour-per-week-sessions except for perhaps a sore back, an injured knee and a good deal of disillusionment.
    Here’s a list of seven things people should not be doing in the gym and some exercise alternatives.
  • Training barefoot - is freeing your feet the healthier way
    If you have been living in a cave or just stepped out of the jungle barefoot then you can skip this article. However for most of us with feet that have been shaped and moulded from the shoe then welcome to an emerging trend in training called the 'Barefoot Revolution'. Companies like Nike have jumped on board releasing their Nike Free range and employing the likes of Paula Radcliff and Wayne Rooney to promote them. But is it just another gimmick? So is going barefoot a healthier option?
  • Soy – Panacea or Poison
    This article on soy will examine the following:
    · History of the humble soy bean
    · It’s role in the Asian diet
    · It’s role in the western diet- where is it lurking
    · Critical questions regarding its safety
    · The guinea pigs
    Read more!
  • What is functional resistance training
    Today the buzz word in the gym is functional training. It has many meanings to many practitioners in the health and fitness industry. Read more about it!
  • Tools and techniques to improve the eyes naturally
    For those who are keen to try to improve their eyesight naturally here is a compilation of possible things that may help - read more about it!
  • 3D Training, the essence of functional training
    The essence of ‘TRUE’ functional training is 3 dimensional (3D) and it does not require balls (however they can be useful) or funny fancy equipment including those machines that are 1 dimensional. It is a concept of how to move your body and in the following article I will show you how to apply this to your exercise program to increase your ability to perform.
  • Can Meat be a health hazard
    Picture this: you are standing at the shelf of your local supermarket looking at the chickens and thinking "which one shall I buy?". Does it really make a difference? You could buy two of those normal chickens for the same price as that free range organic one? In the following article I wish to outline some reasons as to why I recommend paying extra for a higher quality and ethical product.
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