Portion control is one of the most important yet overlooked factors involved in weight loss. Learning what a portion size actually looks like can make all the difference. Most people either overestimate or underestimate the amount of food consumed. On top of that, restaurants and fast food bars offer oversized portions. Eating too much not...
Struggling with stress? Need an emotional lift? Then it’s time to get moving! A growing body of research shows that exercise boosts brain health, prevents cognitive decline, and improves memory. It also lifts your mood and balances emotions, leading to a better quality of life. Working out is one of the easiest, most effective ways...
Have you ever tried HIIT? This intense workout burns a ton of calories in as little as four minutes. It’s a perfect choice for those who are short on time or simply hate cardio. Also known as high-intensity interval training, it offers a full body workout and boosts overall fitness. All you have to do...
Mr. Joseph Pilates invented this mental and physical form of exercise that targets the core muscles of your body, such as your Lower back, Abs, and the Pelvic muscle. It scientifically proved to help build lean muscle and aid metabolism, which important for burning calories. For any beginner embarking on any form of workout, there...
Gone are the days when healthy eating meant that your meals tasted like cardboard and to maintain your weight you had to weigh your already tiny portion of food. Knowledge is key when it comes to healthy eating for a healthy weight. The two go together like a horse and carriage. Healthy eating simply means...
You have probably heard people talking about changing their diets to focus on healthy whole foods. But do you really know what they are? In a society where eating processed and manufactured food is the go-to option, there may be some genuine misunderstanding as to what exactly qualifies as whole food. Even for the health...
When we write a “To Do List” for the day, we often forget about us. Literary speaking, one would need all the energy and concentration to deliver 100%! Breakfast is the first meal of the day with all the health benefits the body needs to run throughout the day. When we take time to eat...
Go to the gym and you’ll see crowds of people doing cardio on the treadmill, stair master, or stationary bike. Yet, only a few actually look fit. Contrary to popular belief, cardio isn’t the ultimate solution to weight loss. It does help, but there are better ways to torch fat and keep it off. Too...
Wonder why you can’t lose weight? Do you eat healthy and stick to your workouts? If so, you’re doing something wrong. Millions of dieters are still clinging to old, outdated ideas on nutrition and weight loss. Common mistakes, such as eating diet foods, eating too much honey, or snacking on energy bars, can slow your...
Did you know that more than 1,400 Australians today are waiting for a life-transforming and life-saving transplant? Yet only 9 in 10 families agree to donation proceeding even if the deceased is registered as an organ donor. On Sunday, 30 July – Sunday, 6 August, the Organ and Tissue Authority needs your help to encourage...
As the world gears up to commemorate Parkinson’s Awareness Week starting April 10th, followed by World Parkinson’s Awareness Day...
Endometriosis, a condition affecting millions of women globally, often remains veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Endometriosis Awareness Month seeks to...
It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...