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You can store apples that are not yet ripe at room temperature. Keep apples that are ready to eat in the refrigerator. To make them last long, let them not touch each other and also keep them away from strong-smelling foods like onions. If…
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The daily energy requirement for dogs depends on the amount of energy that their body expends each day. Many factors can influence the energy requirement of a pet, and these factors must all be considered when determining the number of…
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Broccoli is an all-time superfood vegetable. Pesto is laden with antioxidants. Garlic, basil and olive oil are rich in antioxidants, too. Research shows that basil is a rich source of nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium,…
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Childhood obesity is a significant public health challenge. Research says that a key period for targetting dietary intervention is adolescence, when young people become more independent, making their own decisions about diet, and…
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Grapefruits are a good food to include in a sensible weight-loss diet. They are low in calories and their high-fibre content keeps you full longer. Grapefruit is also known to ease pain associated with inflammatory disorders. This may be…
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Lifestyle-based interventions for weight loss need to be flexible. Your plans, that may have seemed perfect at the time you started, may need some adjustment later. For instance, you may get a new job, or get married, or may have to…
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Studies show that oats can increase fullness, decrease appetite, and reduce calorie intake. This can help you lose weight. Strawberries contain high levels of fibre, which helps keep you full longer and prevents overeating. The high levels…
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If you need help in getting started with an exercise programme, for example, focused on muscle strength and endurance, you don’t have to hire a trainer. There are a very wide variety of fitness apps that are available. They present hundreds…
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Research shows that spinach contains compounds called thylakoids, which increase leptin levels, the hormone responsible for the suppression of appetite and increasing satiety. Spinach has a low glycaemic index and high fibre content. It…
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Dietary fibres found in the beetroot increase the feeling of fullness, reducing overall calorie intake. It also supports healthy digestion and alleviates bloating. Mint stimulates digestive enzymes, which help facilitate better absorption…
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