Diet tips for ‘apples,’ ‘pears’ and ‘baby faces’ [NBC: 6-01-2011]
Subscribe for daily health news. Like/Dislike, Favorite, Comment, Embed on Blog, Facebook Share, and Tweet this video. Get the word out on this video. - Wednesday June 1 2011 4:01 pm en.wikipedia.org The apple is the pomaceous fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family (Rosaceae). It is one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits, and the most widely known of the many members of genus Malus that are used by humans. The tree originated in Western Asia, where its wild ancestor, the Alma, is still found today. There are more than 7500 known cultivars of apples, resulting in a range of desired characteristics. Cultivars vary in their yield and the ultimate size of the tree, even when grown on the same rootstock. At least 55 million tonnes of apples were grown worldwide in 2005, with a value of about billion. China produced about 35% of this total. The United States is the second-leading producer, with more than 7. 5% of world production. Iran is third, followed by Turkey, Russia, Italy and India. The apple forms a tree that is small and deciduous, reaching 3 to 12 metres (9. 8 to 39 ft) tall, with a broad, often densely twiggy crown. The leaves are alternately arranged simple ovals 5 to 12 cm long and 3--6 centimetres (1. 2--2. 4 in) broad on a 2 to 5 centimetres (0. 79 to 2. 0 in) petiole with an acute tip, serrated margin and a slightly downy underside. Blossoms are produced in spring simultaneously with the budding of the leaves. The flowers ...
June 1st, 2011 - 21:13
While body shape, specifically the more “apple shaped” you are, does indicate risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease, no combination of foods works better for one body shape than another. Most people, regardless of shape, will thrive and lose excess body fat on the last diet, which is very close to low carb. Just cut out most of the starches and sugars, and stick with meats (including fatty meat) and vegetables, and only eat to satiety, and you will lose regardless of your shape
June 2nd, 2011 - 09:47
@alphacause Yes, you will lose weight on a low carb diet, but it will only be water weight. Moreover, you wont be getting enough calories to feed your brain and also, you will be at a higher risk of becoming dehydrated. Carbo-Hydrate (carbon and water).
weightlossresources.co.uk/logout/news_features/lowcarbdiet.htm
June 2nd, 2011 - 09:51
@AngelAboveSin add an htt… and a triple w
June 2nd, 2011 - 09:51
@AngelAboveSin agh! the link still doesnt work! Whatever! Just google it xP