Diet and Nutrition

Eating one serving a day of beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils could contribute to modest weight loss, says research published in ‘The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition’. The study shows that eating about 3/4 cup (130 grams) each day of…
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Don’t go on a diet, eliminating all of your favourite foods, skipping meals or starving yourself in an attempt to lose weight won’t help you with weight loss in the long run.  It is not sustainable, healthy or realistic. You won’t be able…
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Eastern nutrition is not based on calories, minerals, or vitamins, but on eating foods that will energetically support organs that are crucial for metabolic health, including the Stomach, Spleen, Kidney, and Liver. According to Traditional…
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While weight loss is important, what's more important is the quality of food you put in your body - food is information that quickly changes your metabolism and genes. Here are some of the best foods for healthy weight management:  …
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Grapefruit: Eating half a grapefruit before each meal may help you lose up to a pound a week! It can lower insulin, a fat-storage hormone, and that can lead to weight loss. It's also a good source of protein, and because it's at least 90%…
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Bothered by how heavy all of you at home have got? Here are a couple of things that you can do as family, in order to cut down on those pounds you have piled: Super slimming soups Homemade soups and stews are packed with high…
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Research suggests that there’s a relationships between eating style and food intake. In other words: How you eat affects how much you eat. Here are some ‘obese habits’:  The Diver - At a buffet, you don’t look around to pick and choose…
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Packed with antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals, quinoa boasts many health benefits for your entire family. It is high in fibre, protein and has a low glycaemic index. These properties have all been linked to weight loss and…
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Mushrooms contain hardly any fat, are low in calories, and have a low Glycaemic Index (GI) yet are surprisingly filling thanks to their fibre content. This makes them a great choice when you are watching your weight. In fact,…
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Cocoa has an impressive array of health benefits, including lowering blood pressure, reducing unwanted blood clotting, improving your mood, brain function, alleviating asthma symptoms and more. But not all chocolate is created equal. Much…
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