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Whey protein is said to support thermogenesis or calorie-burning. According to a study published in the journal ‘Clinical Nutrition’, high protein diets have been repeatedly linked to better weight loss outcomes when compared with other…
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Coconut contains medium-chain fatty acids that fight viruses and make it a powerful anti-inflammatory food. Lauric acid in coconut oil can help lower inflammation. Coconut contains phenolic compounds like caffeic acid that neutralise free…
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Some dogs act hungry all the time and scavenge for food whenever they can. This is a symptom of imbalanced metabolism, and needs treatment beyond diet adjustment. A dog's constant hunger is referred to as polyphagia and stems from factors…
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Almond butter's protein content supports muscle repair, hair and nail health, and promotes satiety, helping weight management. Its healthy fats, fibre, vitamins and minerals like magnesium and calcium, boost heart health, control blood…
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Only eat when you're seated at the dining table. Mindless eating while you're doing other things can lead to overconsumption. Research from the University of Sussex suggests that eating in front of the TV can see you indulging in less…
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If you believe that, in order to help your child lose weight, all of you as a family can go on a diet together to lead by example, you may want to rethink your strategy. No matter how overweight, a child needs to eat a variety of nutritious…
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For effective weight loss, make sure that you eat wholegrains whenever you can. You can make simple swaps while cooking. Swap white pasta with wholemeal pasta. Shun white bread completely and opt for multigrain breads, including rye and…
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Chickpeas are a great source of protein for those looking to incorporate more plant-based proteins into their diet. The salad is tangy and fun. It’s also low in calories. Ingredients 1 cup chickpeas 1 finely-chopped red onion…
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Walking buddies can motivate each other and walking in company means that you get less bored of doing it by yourself and hold each other accountable even without realising. According to a study that appears in the ‘British Journal of Sports…
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Oatmeal has a good balance between carbs, protein and good fat. A half cup contains 3g of fat, 27g of carbs and 5g of protein. The low glycaemic index, combined with the presence of protein and fat, makes oatmeal a very slowly released carb…
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