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Romaine lettuce has an impressive array of nutrients for a tiny number of calories so it fits beautifully in your weight loss plan. Two cups of romaine lettuce, the minimal you’d need for a salad, has just 16 calories and you get vitamin K,…
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Kale is packed with anti-inflammatory properties. It contains a variety of phytonutrients and antioxidants, which help protect our bodies against cellular damage. Leafy greens are rich in Vitamin E, which is a natural antioxidant that…
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Leaving aside short-legged, long bodied breeds like Dachshunds and Scottish Terriers most dogs love water. This makes water-based workouts with your dog fun and rewarding. It will also give them a good workout. Introduce swimming…
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Counting calories is a good idea when you choose prepacked foods. Read labels. They will have the calories on the packaging. Pay attention to serving sizes in terms of calories as well. Most packets have at least two servings, so you have…
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Work off the extra calories on weekends. If you feel that you have been a bit inconsistent through the week due to social events or travel, on the weekends, be sure to get to the gym or walk longer, go cycling with your family, play outdoor…
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Make sure that your kids eat foods from all of the food groups each day. This is a great way to ensure they are getting all the nutrients their growing bodies need and keep them fit and lean. It helps to ward off any diet deficiencies.…
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Celery is one of the best fat-burning foods. It is really low in calories and also helps burn off more calories because of its thermogenic effect. 75% of a celery stick is made of water, the rest is fibre. It has a mild taste that makes it…
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This makes a great night-time snack, or even a quick breakfast. Kids will absolutely love it! Ingredients 1 cup of blueberries 2 cups of plain yogurt Honey or maple syrup for taste Method Place the yogurt in a blender.…
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A single serving of peanut butter provides about 10% of your daily fibre needs. Research shows that peanuts lead to greater meal satisfaction and improved metabolism that supports weight control. Cinnamon is known to raise metabolism, too.…
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When you are cooking with oil, use good quality extra virgin olive oil. It is more expensive than vegetable oil, but the health benefits are significant so it’s worth the cost. Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), which…
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