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Want your kids to be fit and healthy? Be active with your family! Walk, run, or bike together. Keep screen time to the minimum and involve children in the shopping and cooking of foods for them to be aware of healthy options. More than…
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Chia seeds with their high fibre and protein content can help weight loss. Its soluble fibre absorbs large amounts of water and expands in your stomach, which increases fullness and slows the absorption of food. Says a 2017 study published…
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Researchers from Harvard University have found that skipping breakfast can increase your risk of a heart attack, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and heart disease. So, the next time you’re tempted to hit the road on empty,…
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Ancient cultures of Central America were fond of their quinoa, corn and chia seeds for easy, energising satiation – and it turns out our taste buds agree with their pairing as well. This high-protein, vegetarian dish makes a great…
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Prepared seasonings can have high salt content and increase your risk for high blood pressure. Replace salt with fresh herbs and spices or salt-free seasoning mixes. Use lemon juice, citrus zest or hot chillies to add flavor.
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Purple Mangosteen, that has been used to treat obesity by reducing fat accumulation, is low on calories and rich in fibre, making it great for weight loss. Says a 2009 study in the ‘Nutrition Journal’, “People who supplemented their diets…
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Monitoring the health and wellbeing of a pet dog may indicate how well its owner is. A team from the University of Newcastle, Australia, attached movement sensors to the dogs and tracked their behaviour to look for any anomalies that…
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If you choose diet or low-calorie fizzy soft drinks because you believe that they’re a healthier option than the sugary full-calorie versions, here’s some news for you. Research suggests that these diet fizzy drinks could increase your risk…
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Researchers using accelerometers have found that just taking one extra minute of brisk exercise every day could make almost half a pound of different to your weight by the end of the year! Even brief bursts of intense physical activity help…
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If you’re watching your weight but find it hard to avoid treats such as chocolate, cake and pizzas when you’re feeling down, a strange new solution could help you resist temptation. Researchers at Bonaventure University in New York have…
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