Nutrition
Resveratrol – The new wonder supplement
Sunday, 22 March 2009
Weight loss, anti-aging and increased energy are just a few of the benefits that supposedly transpire from the wonder supplement Resveratrol. Is it possible for one supplement to deliver so much? Dr David Sinclair, an Australian Scientist from
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Mediterranean Myth
Monday, 9 March 2009
One of the most widely documented diet has been the Mediterranean diet, always getting praised for longtivity and health benefits. Ever asked yourself what on earth are they putting into their good old olive oil?
As a matter of fat
Thursday, 5 March 2009
Can you name 3 trans fat foods?
It is one thing knowing that they are bad for you but another being conscious of what foods contain them and importantly, what foods you consume at the end of the day that will affect your health.
It is one thing knowing that they are bad for you but another being conscious of what foods contain them and importantly, what foods you consume at the end of the day that will affect your health.
Tips on healty diet for avoiding heart disease
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
The power of a healthy diet on health and disease should not be underestimated. Yet, if so many cardiovascular diseases can easily be prevented by diet, why is it that heart disease remains the No. 1 killer in Australia?
Understanding the small print - food labels
Wednesday, 11 February 2009
Small print is not made easy to understand, but by learning about the key ingredients, you will be educated on the good, the bad and the ugly where ingredients are concerned. You will feel empowered as you make the healthiest choices on the shelves in no time.
The two key things to look for are the ingredients list and the nutrition information panel.
The two key things to look for are the ingredients list and the nutrition information panel.
Reasons to Eat S-L-O-W-L-Y!
Saturday, 7 February 2009
Wake up. Get showered. Get dressed. Got meeting in morning. No time for breakfast. Grab coffee on way to work. Chase up emails, calls etc. Grab a doughnut from corner shop on way to next appointment. Drop by fast food restaurant on way back for quick bite. Get back to office. Start admin work. Pick up kids from school. Too tired to cook-check frozen meals in freezer……
Count your way into shape - get a calorie counter
Monday, 2 February 2009
ENERGY IN = ENERGY OUT
Your weight goes up and down throughout life. Finding the balance for optimum health and weight seems easier for some than others. Some people do this effortlessly, without even being aware. Unfortunately, for many of us, this equation takes more effort and awareness.
Calorie counting is a useful way to keep track for weight maintenance, weight loss or in some cases, weight gain. Losing weight through calorie counting is a simple method while carrying on with your normal routine. It is effective in assessing current calorie intake and use this to alter your future intake, according to your individual goals.
Your weight goes up and down throughout life. Finding the balance for optimum health and weight seems easier for some than others. Some people do this effortlessly, without even being aware. Unfortunately, for many of us, this equation takes more effort and awareness.
Calorie counting is a useful way to keep track for weight maintenance, weight loss or in some cases, weight gain. Losing weight through calorie counting is a simple method while carrying on with your normal routine. It is effective in assessing current calorie intake and use this to alter your future intake, according to your individual goals.
Lemon Detox Diet Warning & Health Risks
Friday, 27 June 2008
Find out how the Lemon Detox Diet actually works and affects your body. Learn about the associated health risks and warnings of the Lemon Detox Diet.
The Lemon Detox Diet is based around exclusively having the same low calorie drink over a week long period. Many people are attracted to it based on its weight loss properties. The truth is if you stick to this drink, you will lose weight, but this is purely based on the fact that you will only be consuming around 800 - 1000 calories per day, half the required calorie intake. The problem is that you are also consuming only minimal amounts of protein, and this will lead to muscle loss, as well and bringing the body into starvation mode.
To find out how the Lemon Detox Diet affects your body and the associated health affects, have a look at this very informative video.
The Lemon Detox Diet is based around exclusively having the same low calorie drink over a week long period. Many people are attracted to it based on its weight loss properties. The truth is if you stick to this drink, you will lose weight, but this is purely based on the fact that you will only be consuming around 800 - 1000 calories per day, half the required calorie intake. The problem is that you are also consuming only minimal amounts of protein, and this will lead to muscle loss, as well and bringing the body into starvation mode.
To find out how the Lemon Detox Diet affects your body and the associated health affects, have a look at this very informative video.
Why do women put on weight more easily than men?
Saturday, 17 May 2008
If you seem to put on weight more easily than your husband or partner, it could be with good reason. Women are biologically set up to put on weight more easily then men. However the good news is that with some simple steps, you can buck this trend.
Eating fast foods the healthy way
Thursday, 15 May 2008
Fast foods are quick and convenient, but usually extremely high in calories and saturated fat. Learn some tips on how to stay healthy when do have to eat fast foods.
Fast foods are generally very high in calories, and it would not be hard to eat over 1000 calories in one sitting. This would be over half most people's daily calorie requirements!
Some good things to keep in mind when eating fast foods is:
- Try to substitute fries with salad. A large serving of fries at McDonalds has over 450 calories (ouch!)
- Drink water instead of soft drinks. A bottle of coke has 260 calories!
- Watch your portions sizes. Try not to have the upsize meal.
- Eat slowly. Fast foods in particular are full of sugar and very easy to eat quickly. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes for the brain to register that the body is full, which is enough time to significantly overeat.
- Try having a big drink of water before starting, making you feel fuller and less likely to overeat.
- Grilled instead of fried meat.
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