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If you are middle-aged, you need to include protein in your daily diet. Middle age is associated with a natural decline in muscle mass, known as sarcopenia, which can be exacerbated by insufficient protein intake. There is a consequent…
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Excessive body weight is one of the strongest links between inflammation and disease. Abdominal obesity is a significant risk factor for inflammation. This is because fat, and especially abdominal fat, is metabolically-active tissue. It…
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Broccoli contains sulfur-containing compounds like glucosinolates, which break down when heated. They release volatile compounds, some of which have a strong, unpleasant smell. To prevent this smell, avoid overcooking. If you’re steaming…
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Your pet dog will eat big if you eat big portions yourself. Research published in the journal ‘Animal Cognition’ shows that an owner’s food preferences and portion sizes can influence the food choices that their dog makes. In one study, a…
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This traditional Spanish tomato bread is made with minimum ingredients and is a quick, simple but hearty dish. Tomatoes can be a beneficial addition to a weight loss diet due to their low calorie count and high fibre content. They can help…
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A study from the American Physiological Society shows that minutes of hard exercise can lead to all-day calorie burn. A single session of sprint interval training increases total daily energy expenditure. Good enough to feel like a fantasy,…
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Pomegranates are a beneficial addition to a weight loss diet due to their high fibre and antioxidant content, which can help boost metabolism, reduce appetite, and promote fat burning. Additionally, they are relatively low in calories and…
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Today, as compared with a few decades ago, parents want to spend time with their children. Economic and social changes, such as flexible work schedules and telecommuting have increased parental availability to children. According to Penn…
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Research published in the ‘International Journal of Molecular Science’ says that curcumin can be an effective and safer alternative for managing obesity. Curcumin's anti-inflammatory properties can help combat inflammation in fat tissue,…
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Low-fat or fat-free milk, yoghurt, and cheese are excellent sources of dairy. They are rich in calcium and are low on the glycaemic index (GI). Low-GI foods don’t increase inflammation in the body the way that high-GI foods do. The full-fat…
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