Loss of Innocence Essay

The ad that is globally know is on just about every Gatorade bottle you and I have probably ever seen. Most people know that if you’re dying of thirst, you don’t necessarily go for a water, you go for a Gatorade. You go for it because let’s face it, it tastes much better than plain water. Their claim (1) is that they replace the electrolytes your body uses while performing a strenuous activity. Most people including myself have never really had an idea of what exactly is in Gatorade itself (2).…

In Plato’s Republic, Plato discusses the tripartite soul. The three parts discussed include the rational, located in the position of the mind, the appetitive, located in our bodily desires and impulses, and the emotional or spirited. Plato argues that the rational portion of the soul must remain in control of the other portions constantly, so that the body may function properly. When it comes to the three parts of the soul, the appetitive and spirited portions of the soul must remain subordinate…

Opening: Zinc- an essential nutrient, called “ Helper molecule”. It takes a vital role in supplying vitamin A from the liver to the retina to produce melamine_ a protective pigment in the eyes. Zinc is concentrated in the eye almost in the retina and choroid, the vascular tissue under the retina. A person who have too little zinc in their body will be at risk for alopecia and increased susceptibility to infection. Body: Benefits of zinc with your eye Do you have high contents of the mineral…

Why let exercising be dull, let’s do CrossFit! I am one of those who need some excitement and a challenge when it comes to working out. CrossFit provides intense training, endurance, and perception of a support community. Many see CrossFit as a difficult form of a workout, but in all reality there’s nothing to be afraid of. When I was first introduced to CrossFit I was hesitant of going. I pictured all these men and woman with big muscles picking up heavy tires and lifting heavy weights. I then…

Helping the roommates on earning something crucial in their life is always precious and fun. In the case of making a plan for my roommate to lose weight can be a tough work, but the positive reinforcement attached with the plan, which is getting chance on the football team is definitely worth it. Nevertheless, I will make one-month behavior modification program based on the principles of operant conditioning that will get my roommate started toward his goal, so that he can get chance on the…

In Michael Pollan’s article “Escape from the Western Diet” the author reminds us of the many different studies that tell us that what is considered healthy for us, changes like the shifting wind. Pollan goes on to say that there are three groups that gain from the confusion what is a healthy diet, the food industry, nutritional science, and journalism. Pollan claims the food industry is to blame because they use different nutritional theories to release new products, and that the nutritional…

Living in Ancient Greece would have been a hard time to live in for many 21st century Americans. Thirty four percent of American adults are obese, and the rate keeps rising. However that was not the case for the ancient Greeks (Binns Corey). According to depictions, the Greek bodies were extremely slim, and they had tiny waists, so obesity would not have been accepted (Greek Body Decorations). Looking nice was an expectation in ancient Greece, and they did as much as they could to make their…

this medicine as it will have serious and sometimes fatal consequences.Heart Disease PatientsPatients taking MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) - for depression, Other centrally acting weight loss medicine (without consulting a pharmacist) including non prescription drugs for weight loss,Certain Migraine medicinesLiver or Kidney disease sufferersPregnant womenSerious eating disorders such as Anorexia Bulimia or Bulimia NervosaSide EffectsCommon side effects of sibutramine…

history such as eating disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder or any medical problems such as ), current and past medical therapy (taken any over-the-counter or traditional medications) and the chronological history of weight gain and previous weight loss attempts. Therefore, the purpose of gathering this information is to identify the factors that contribute to the client’s body weight (such as social, psychological, cultural, behavioural and medical factors). To determine the client’s…

INTRODUCTION The South Beach Diet is a commercial weight-loss diet created by Dr. Authur Agatston in 2003. The typical eating plan of this diet is low carbohydrates, high protein and healthy fats. This plan makes the diet a nutrient-dense, fiber-rich diet that you can follow for a lifetime of healthy eating. The South Beach Diet does not prevent diabetes, but it does help with weight loss and promotes healthy eating. (3) Type 2 diabetes develops progressively and the body’s cells become less…