US Diet ClubWelcome to the First American Diet Club!
Is Sugar Really That Bad for Me? Why?
We are constantly being urged by fitness experts, nutritionists and doctors to avoid sugar, because it is really so bad for us and our health.
USDA Ditches Food Pyramid for a Healthy Plate
- Juice Wars: Best, Worst Choices
- The Worst Restaurant Meals
- Fast Food Breakfast Disasters
- Quiz: Test Your Sugar Smarts
- Food & Fitness Planner: Get Started
- The Truth About Omega-3
June 2, 2011 — A colorful four-part plate, with a side dish of dairy, has replaced the 19-year-old food pyramid as the icon of the new U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
The new icon, called “My Plate,” is split into four sections — red for fruits, green for vegetables, orange for grains, and purple for protein — with a separate blue section for dairy on the side.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack unveiled the icon at a news conference today.
Grip Strength Challenge – Barbell Snatch
Slight Change of Plans, DIESELS!
A couple weeks back, we contested the Dumbbell Snatch and I said that during the week of June 11th we would be contesting the Barbell Snatch.
I am changing that up, but it is for a VERY COOL REASON.
After this week, the next four weeks challenges will be WILD CARD events to qualify for the Wild Card spots at the North American Grip National Championship on July 16th, 2011.
ANYONE in North America can take part and instantly qualify, IF they win in just ONE of the FOUR wild card weeks.
Next week, the challenge will be the Two Hands Pinch.
The Mediterranean Diet Plan
The term Mediterranean Diet refers to foods that have been traditionally associated with people that live near the Mediterranean Sea.
Although there are several different countries located around the Mediterranean, research has shown that the traditional diet contains many foods that may lead to a healthier lifestyle.
The Mediterranean diet incorporates the fundamental concepts to healthy eating.
According to the Mayo Clinic, the Mediterranean diet is a heart healthy option that can improve the quality of life for many people.
Food consumed in this part of the world are made up of vegetables, grains, seafood, nuts and olive oil; people in this region also typically eat less red meat, dairy, sugar and refined flour.
Benefits
A diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans and seafood can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, by reducing LDL cholesterol.
The Mediterranean diet is high in antioxidants, which naturally combat LDL cholesterol, which can lead to clogged arteries and heart disease.
Scientific Research
The Mayo Clinic conducted a study that analyzed over 1.5 million people that were following the Mediterranean diet meal plan.