Everybody losing weight is thinking about losing fat. Fat is very visible on our stomach and thighs, and the point of dieting is to get that away. But the true core, the mechanism of how we lose weight has much more to do with muscles than fat itself. Let me show you what we are […]
We all know that we should drink healthy teas . . . but do you have any idea why? Just like many other super foods, green tea has gained a wonderful reputation without many people really knowing why it is so good for us. That is why we have compiled a list of some of the most […]
Garlic originally came from the mountains in Central Asia, but its taste was considered to be so delicious that hundreds of years ago, it began to be traded right across the world. Garlic is a key ingredient of thousands of recipes, from hundreds of different countries. It is difficult to imagine a world without garlic […]
The humble walnut is a key ingredient in classic dishes such as the walnut cake, types of pesto and the classic waldorf salad. Unless suffering from some kind of nut allergy, it’s likely you’ll have indulged in something walnut-y at some point or another. But did you know, aside from being a flavorful addition to […]
Avocados They’re technically a fruit, and are also known as the alligator pear, and vary in weight between eight ounces and three pounds. Why are they good for you? Read on to find out! HEALTH BENEFITS Avocados have a high amount of fat (85%). They have essential fatty acids for our body. The fat included […]
Lower your carb intake / Glycemic index Carbs and fibre All vegetables, grains, fruit and legumes contain carbohydrates. In their simplest of forms, carbohydrates are nothing more than SUGARS. But not all natural plant based foods are created equal. The speed at which they are absorbed, and ways they interact with other foods are modified […]
The world-renowned Weight Watchers weight loss program is one that has attracted millions of members over the past 40 years. While this diet program has changed the lives of many and helped hundreds of thousands of members to lose the weight they had always wanted to, there are a myriad of similar diet plans that […]
One of my favourite things to do is to swim in the sea, and I know from personal experience that one of the best sure-fire ways to blast fat away from my body is to swim in cold water. Most of the energy our bodies expend when we are in a state of rest is used […]
Garlic is one food that everybody should be eating as much of as possible. Garlic contains allicin, which is an organosulphur, which are compounds that our bodies need. They have been linked with reducing inflammation and oxidation stresses on our bodies. It contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals. Furthermore, garlic can act […]
A term that does not get nearly enough exposure is N.E.A.T. This acronym stands for Non exercise activity thermogenesis. It is a term used to describe how much ‘power’ a person expends going about their daily business. It is a concept often used to help treat severely obese patients who are often unable or unmotivated enough to embark upon […]
Ginger benefits It has been found that ginger may affect gastrointestinal function, and has been used for thousands of years to treat nausea (especially forms of motion sickness). It is theorised that ginger suppresses certain neurohypophysial hormones from being released into the bloodstream that can contribute to nausea. It may also have some anti cancer proerties, but the evidence is […]
Eggs are absolutely packed with protein. Most of the bad wrap eggs get in the press is basically bullshit. The cholesterol argument especially, may be wrong. Experts now believe that cholesterol that is consumed from food (mostly) doesn’t find its way into your bloodstream, as it has not been produced by your body. The bulk […]
A kеtо dіеt rеfеrѕ to a kеtоgеnіс dіеt, whісh іѕ a hіgh-fаt, аdеԛuаtе-рrоtеіn, lоw-саrb dіеt. Thе gоаl іѕ to gеt mоrе саlоrіеѕ frоm рrоtеіn аnd fаt than frоm саrbѕ. It wоrkѕ by dерlеtіng уоur bоdу of іtѕ ѕtоrе оf sugar, ѕо іt wіll ѕtаrt to brеаk dоwn рrоtеіn аnd fаt fоr еnеrgу, causing kеtоѕіѕ (аnd weight lоѕѕ).
Springtime means warmth and sunshine after months of dreary weather, so of course you want to get outside! This also means it is the perfect time to check in with your health and make positive changes. Check out the list below for some fun activities that will make both your mind and body happy. 1. […]
Everybody losing weight is thinking about losing fat. Fat is very visible on our stomach and thighs, and the point of dieting is to get that away. But the true core, the mechanism of how we lose weight has much more to do with muscles than fat itself. Let me show you what we are […]
The main benefit of cinnamon is for maintaining blood sugar levels, thus helping to prevent blood sugar crashes and spikes, which in turn helps you to stave of hunger. You don’t need pills to control blood sugar! Cinnamon is a spice that adds flavour to all sorts of foods, from savoury to sweet. This tasty ingredient is […]
Spinach Benefits Low calories, high fibre. Spinach contains potent antioxidants (anti cancer, free radical neutralising compounds) and anti inflammatory substances. It contains a plethora of vitamins also, so all round, you should be getting as much of this in your diet as possible.
One of my favourite things to do is to swim in the sea, and I know from personal experience that one of the best sure-fire ways to blast fat away from my body is to swim in cold water. Most of the energy our bodies expend when we are in a state of rest is used […]
BMP8B (bone morphogenetic protein 8B) has recently been implicated in weight loss by Andrew Whittle at the University of Cambridge. Currently experiments are only being performed on mice but the evidence is there. Mice that produced more BMP8B burned more energy and therefore were leaner, and so did the ones that were injected with the protein. […]