#Didyouknow that even a modest reduction in the consumption of carbohydrate-rich foods can help reduce overall body fat as well as the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, stroke and coronary artery disease? Reducing the amount of carbohydrates in your diet is one of the best ways to lose fat. It aids in appetite reduction and causes …
High-protein foods are amazing for fat loss! They take more work to digest, metabolise, and use, which means you burn more calories processing them. They also take longer to leave your stomach, so you feel full sooner and for a longer amount of time. The cumulative effect has obvious benefits for anyone who is watching …
Cutting back on foods made up of predominantly sugars and starches (carbs) may be the most important part of a fat loss plan. This is because these foods stimulate secretion of insulin the most, which is undesirable, as insulin is the main fat storage hormone in the body. Reducing sugars and starches in our diet cause insulin to …
Have you ever wondered why some people remain slimmer than others or are” naturally” thin? The answer may be in the amount of time these individuals spend fidgeting, standing and walking around compared with sitting still. These “naturally” thin people may also workout on top of their active jobs, adding to their daily calorie burn. Did you know …
Being healthy seems simple, right? “Eat less, move more.” Well, that’s more easily said than done! Recommendations like this are blanket statements that don’t address practicality—so when it comes down to it, which is more important? Diet, or exercise? Resent research indicates that we need to exercise for 77 hours to lose 1 kg of …
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Recent research indicates that we benefit more when we work out harder, not longer. Exercising at very high intensity interspersed with periods of moderate rest, a program known as high-intensity interval training (HIIT), is simply one of the best ways to get in shape, in part because it produces a tremendous boost in human growth …
If you’re a ‘snacker,’ snack smarter. Choose a fruit or vegetable that you enjoy over a candy bar or other sugary treat. Certain fruits, such as berries, are low in carbs and quite tasty.”— Peggy J. Moreland, M.S., R.N.
Skip the refined sugars in fruit juices, and turn to whole fruits and vegetables to soothe your juice cravings. For a nutritious, refreshing drink make a smoothie with plain, low-fat yogurt and your favourite mixture of fruit. Try blending banana, watermelon, mint, ice or just some fresh greens or carrots; These concoctions may look unappealing at first, but taste …
Incorporating a periodic detox into our diet is an important aspect of leading a healthy lifestyle. There are so many different toxins and chemicals in the air that we breathe every day, it is impossible for our bodies to filter 100% of them. Exercise helps release toxins and keeps our ph level in check. However not …