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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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It is hard to exercise when you don’t feel energetic enough. There are times when you have used so much energy dealing with life, both mental and physical, that you have no zest left to get on that treadmill. Because your energy is at…
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Green smoothies are a great way to add green veggies into your diet. Use fruit and green smoothies when children refuse to eat greens. Flaxseeds contain fibre and omega-3 fatty acids that can help you lose weight as part of a nutritious…
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Red bell peppers are an excellent source of antioxidants and capsaicin, both of which are potent inflammation fighters. The quercetin in the bell peppers boosts your body’s absorption of anti-inflammatory curcumin. They are also versatile;…
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