A common belief in the dieting world is that eating carbohydrates at night or in the evening can cause us to gain weight and is therefore unhealthy. However, there is no scientific evidence to support this theory and nothing to suggest that eating carbohydrate foods later in the day has any different effect on weight […]
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5 ways to keep your heart in good shape
Heart disease is the leading killer in the USA in both males and females. In America it is responsible for one in every four deaths and costs the country a massive $108.9 billion per year. Heart disease is an incredibly common condition and its occurrence is influenced by a number of risk factors, including genetics, […]
10 Healthy Bedtime Snacks
What are good snacks to have before bed? If you are in the habit of eating your evening meal fairly early on, you may feel that you need a snack before bed to keep you going through the night and prevent you from waking up. However, in order to avoid disrupted sleep or unwanted weight […]
Can You Become Lactose Intolerant Overnight?
Lactose intolerance is a commonly diagnosed condition, with an estimated 30 to 50 million American adults suffering from some degree of intolerance. While many people claim they have become lactose intolerant ‘overnight’, this is relatively uncommon. Lactose intolerance is more likely to develop over time with age, although in the case of intestinal injury or […]
How to lose water weight quickly and naturally
If you are retaining fluid, your clothes may feel tighter, you may feel bloated or weighed down, and you may even look swollen or puffy. There are many reasons why you might be retaining fluid, but what is the quickest and most natural way to get rid of it? What causes water weight? Water weight […]
Does Diet Soda Cause Weight Gain?
There is no doubt in anyone’s mind that over consumption of regular, sugar-sweetened sodas can lead to weight gain. These drinks have also been associated with development of Type 2 Diabetes and provide little more than calories and fluids in the way of nutritional value. However, for the majority of consumers, diet sodas are perceived […]
Legumes should not be missing from your diet and here is why
Did you know that legumes can provide your body with an arsenal of valuable nutrients ready to protect your health from a number of relentless enemies? If you are not familiar with the many health benefits of legumes it’s time to get informed because with a couple of easy adjustments you can include legumes to […]
Yo-yo dieting is not always bad (it’s not good either)
Yo-yo dieting is considered by many as something unhealthy and a signal that you will never be able to lose weight. According to research, yo-yo dieting is not always bad but that does not mean it should not be avoided either. Currently, a large portion of the population is overweight; and many of them are […]
Eat cheese daily, enjoy the taste and take advantage of the many health benefits
The importance of cheese in a healthy balanced diet Cheese is a natural, healthy food and apart from the fact that it is delicious, can also play a very important role in a healthy, balanced diet. Cheese is important for the normal functioning of the various body organs. In addition, cheese is our valuable ally […]
Omega3 fatty acids and Weight loss
You usually hear bad things about fat; and you may think that by eating fats, you will gain weight. But, certain kinds of fats are actually good for your health, and are necessary for your body to function correctly. Omega-3 fatty acids, along with omega-6 fatty acids, are essential for people to consume and offer […]
How to remove sugar from your diet
Sugar comes in many forms, and has become a huge part of the American and other “Westernized” diets. Consumption of sugar has increased 23% in the last 30 years. Not all sugar is bad though. Sugar is naturally found in fruits and dairy products. These are healthy sugars, and should be included as part of […]
Should you eat protein and carbs together?
You may have pancakes and eggs for breakfast, a turkey sandwich for lunch and steak with potatoes for dinner and not think anything of it because it is normal for you. It is normal to consume carbs and protein at the same meal, and is probably something that you have been doing for your whole […]
