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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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Coconut oil is a natural fat burner. It contains medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). Says a report in the ‘American Journal of Clinical Nutrition’, MCTs are useful for managing weight. This is because MCTs are metabolised differently than…
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A low-fat, low GI, high protein, low-sugar chocolate cake for the family... Ingredients 300g fresh full cream ricotta cheese 120ml fresh milk (2% fat) 30g unsweetened pure cocoa powder 2 tablespoons agave nectar 60g…
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This beautiful ice cream is simple to make with minimum ingredients. If you’re a vegan, it’s perfect for you! Ingredients 2/3 cup raw cashews 1 1/8 cups frozen blueberries 1 1/8 cups frozen mulberries 1/3 cup water 2 tbsp…
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Oils and fats are essential ingredients for baking breads and cakesto keep your product moist. Shortening is fat that is a solid at room temperature and is used to make brownies, cakes, bread or muffins. Examples of shortening include…
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Carrots and other orange-hued vegetables are rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene, both of which fight inflammation. Turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Turmeric and black pepper is a powerful…
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Break treats into smaller pieces, or divide them into small quantities, and offer them whenever your pet earns it. Don’t ‘Guilt-treat’ them though. It means avoid giving treats to your pet because you left them alone at home for long hours.…
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Women are usually keen to share their slimming experiences and tips with friends, both online and offline, but according to research, one in three men prefer to lose weight in secret. Why? Some feel embarrassed and don’t want to be…
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Whether you work from home or in a busy office, taking your lunch break can boost your health and wellbeing. There are several reasons why taking an hour away from your desk and walking at lunchtime is beneficial. According to the Mayo…
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Children who consume too much sugar could be at greater risk of becoming obese, hyperactive, and cognitively impaired, as adults, says a study from the Queensland University of Technology, Australia. Says researcher Professor Selena…
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