With small steps every day, it’s easier to move from an unhealthy lifestyle to a healthy one using a healthy diet. There is a lot of information out there from experts on what the best foods are and another saying the reverse. A healthy diet should not be an uphill task, frustrating or deprive you...
Strength training is a set of physical exercises that specialize in the use of resistance to build muscle strength. In turn, the body is able to burn calories more efficiently, thus reducing body fat. Strength training is important as we grow older as it helps to preserve and enhance both muscle and bone mass. The...
Looking for the best ways to maximize your workout? Want better results in less time? From full body circuits and plyometrics to HIIT, there are plenty of workouts that can be completed in minutes. Most of them require no equipment and can be done anywhere. They are just as effective as traditional gym workouts. The...
According to health experts, lifestyle changes beat diet when it comes to weight loss. If you want to shed fat for good, commit yourself to healthy eating. Forget the D word and make smart food choices each day. Regular exercise is crucial, so stick to your workouts and avoid prolonged sitting. Ready to give it...
Have a hard time losing fat? Are you tired and lacking energy? If so, you might have a slow metabolism. Crash diets, stress, poor sleep, bad eating, and certain drugs can slow your metabolism, which in turn, affects your mood and energy levels. People with a low metabolic rate find it harder to lose weight...
Nutritionists recommend eating small, frequent meals for a good reason. This habit keeps your metabolism up, wards off hunger, and fuels your body. Ideally, you should have three to four meals and two snacks a day. But not any snack will do. To stay lean, choose high-protein and high-fiber snacks that keep your blood sugar...
Tired of eating the same food? Want to keep your diet varied and try new flavors? Nowadays, we have access to an abundance of foods that are not only healthy but delicious too. Yet, we stick to the same flavors or indulge in processed foods that harm our health. Packed with nutrition, the following foods...
Do you avoid fat in your meals? Big mistake! Certain fats can actually help you slim down and boost your health. Omega-3 essential fatty acids are known for their ability to lower bad cholesterol, increase satiety, and restore hormonal function. Omega-6s are beneficial too. The only fats you should avoid are those found in pizza,...
Take five different health magazines and you’ll find five different perspectives on good nutrition. Nowadays, it’s easy to get confused on what healthy eating looks like. For a vegan, good nutrition involves going meat free. Athletes will tell you that a balanced diet should be high in protein and complex carbs. Some experts claim that...
7 Tips for a Healthy, Heart-Friendly Diet Diet, for someone with heart disease, is quite a big deal! Together with other healthy habits, it can slow or potentially reverse the narrowing of the heart’s arteries thus helping prevent further complications. The ideal diet for someone with heart disease is one that curbs bad...
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It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...