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The prevalence of obesity around the world has tripled over the past 40 years. Along with that rise, dieting and attempts to lose weight also have soared. But, according to research published in the journal ‘iScience’, when it comes to…
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Banana is popular for breakfasts and in the lunch box because it is filling, satisfying and healthy. Smoothies are easy and quick to prepare for the entire family when rushing in the mornings. Ingredients 1/4 cup old-fashioned…
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Adapting certain recipes can help boost nutritional value for your children’s lunch box meals. You could add chia seeds, flaxseed oil, greens, extra chopped vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices to your dishes. Get creative. Make…
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Chamomile tea has no caffeine, and is a known relaxant. So, how can it help fat loss? Research shows that there are estrogenic compounds in our environment -- from pollution, pesticides, chemicals in household cleaners etc, as also those in…
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Free-feeding means making food available to your dog at all times and your pet can eat whenever they choose. It’s a bad idea because you can’t manage their nutritional intake. They will start overeating even out of boredom, which can lead…
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For an exotic chocolate mousse, you can flavour the milk by infusing it with a pinch of orange zest, one tsp. ground cinnamon, or a few twists of freshly-ground Szechwan pepper. You could even try adding a pinch of ground cardamom.
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Research shows that obesity results in a state of chronic inflammation. Basil, that suppresses chronic inflammation, could help prevent associated diseases. Eugenol, a volatile compound found in basil, is responsible for the…
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We tend to eat more in winter rather than in summer. Neuroscientists at Scripps Research, USA, have explained why. They have identified brain circuits that make people want to eat more when they are exposed to cold temperatures. We…
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This simple ice cream recipe is really quick to make and even easier if you have an ice cream maker. You can experiment with how much chocolate you like - for a less intense flavour half the amount of cacao, as this recipe is quite rich.…
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Your level of experience is a significant factor to consider when you start your training. If you’re very new, you may want to consider doing one or two sets of each exercise to get your muscles used to performing the movements without…
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