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Quinoa is high in protein content, which keeps you full for a long time and aids in weight loss. Dry roasting the raw quinoa grain before cooking produces a nuttier flavour with minimal additional effort. But watch the quinoa carefully,…
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Research shows that many women strive to exercise for competitive and health-related reasons but may not be getting enough calories to support their exercise. Says a study published in the ‘Journal of the Endocrine Society’, exercising…
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Globally, nine billion adults are overweight with 650 million of these being obese. Weight loss is never an easy nut to crack, but a handful of almonds could keep extra kilos at bay, says research from the University of South Australia.…
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Bananas are a good source of fibre with a tiny amount of fat. High-fibre foods keep you full longer and help you consume fewer calories. Cherries are delicious and can be added to a low-calorie diet for weight loss. They are surprisingly…
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Young children need fat because it is an important source of energy and so full-fat dairy products are fine. As they grow and eat larger volumes of food, moving onto lower-fat dairy products would be better unless a child is involved in…
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Moderate red wine consumption (one drink per day for women, one to two drinks per day for men) has consistently been linked to lower levels of inflammation, and a lower risk of heart disease. Red wine has a thinning effect on blood that…
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Some pet parents add fat to their pets’ diets with the intention of improving coat quality. Cod liver oil, vegetable oils, and animal fats are occasionally added to a pet’s food. It is true that fish oils are excellent sources of vitamin A,…
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Cucumbers are packed with antioxidants that can help improve skin health and lower inflammation. Low in calories and rich in fibre, cucumbers are a hydrating hero due to a high water content, and promote a feeling of fullness. They are one…
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Says research published in the journal ‘Nutrition & Diabetes’, the time of day when you have your meals can have a positive or negative impact on your glucose metabolism, regardless of the number of calories you have consumed throughout…
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Whole grains provide fibre, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Replace white rice with brown rice, that has more fibre. Your body also digests whole grains more slowly which can make you feel fuller, longer. Whole grains are an…
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