Author: admin

INTERMITTENT FASTING Intermittent Fasting is a popular topic of discussion and a growing trend. Let’s delve deeper and understand what it is. Intermittent Fasting is a specific eating pattern that involves hours or days of either no or minimal food intake, as long as you are not depriving yourself of essential nutrients. TYPES OF INTERMITTENT…

HOW IMPORTANT ARE ANNUAL CHECK-UP People in general (and Americans in particular) are not aware of the various benefits of getting an Annual Check-up. Annual check-ups are crucial for maintaining good health and preventing illnesses. They allow doctors to: Monitor patients’ health status and identify any changes or potential health problems Evaluate the effectiveness of…

UNDERSTANDING MACRONUTRIENTS “Macronutrients are the nutritive components of food that the body needs for energy and to maintain the body’s structure and systems,” says MD Anderson Wellness Dietitian Lindsey Wohlford. Counting macros is becoming increasingly popular, however, there are still a lot of misunderstandings about proteins, carbohydrates and fats that can make healthy eating a…

WHAT IS A KETOGENIC DIET A Ketogenic Diet (Keto for short) is a low carbohydrate and high-fat meal plan that is able to provide several health benefits. It has the potential of turning your body into a fat-burning machine while at the same time helping you manage your weight as well as providing you with…

FAT LOSS BASICS Factors Affecting Fat Loss The factor that affects fat gain and loss the most by far is energy balance: intake of calories versus expenditure of calories. Your body will gain fat if you are consuming more calories than your body burns. In order to lose fat, you need to consume fewer calories…

A BALANCED DIET IS ALL IT TAKES Take your daily protein, essential fats, and green vegetables A balanced diet gives your body the nutrients it needs to function correctly. For a well-balanced meal plan, researchers suggest your meals include these ingredients: a daily protein source an essential fat item fresh vegetables concise portions of complex…

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT DIET BALANCE TO LOSE WEIGHT? Struggling with weight loss or dress size is common for many. There are safe ways to lose weight, if not faster. A slow weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week is recommended for safe, long-term weight management. Many diets can lead to hunger, dissatisfaction, or…

HOW PROTEIN INTAKE AFFECTS WEIGHT LOSS Looking to lose extra body fat that you have put on over time? A high-protein diet can have positive effects on weight loss The speed that your body metabolizes protein is slower than carbohydrates. That means your body utilizes protein for energy at a very steady rate. As a…

PROTEIN INTAKE FOR NATURAL WEIGHT LOSS Protein is your key to having a tasty and easy way to weight loss. If you want to lose the extra fat and attain your ideal body, protein is the king of nutrients. You don’t have to restrict your diet, rather keep on adding to your diet with the…

WHY UNWANTED WEIGHT GAIN? Do you keep gaining weight despite trying out everything possible? Does the number on your scale keep increasing? Unwanted weight gain is a common concern for many people. The journey of weight loss is not without its struggles. The fluctuations, the ups, and downs, and the constant waiting, all can discourage…