Nuts are a nutritious snack to help us make it to the next meal. A handful is meant to do the trick, but reaching for more is a common occurrence. Depending on the type, these crunchy nibbles are filled with heart healthy ingredients and even omega-3 fatty acids. They also have fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. Problem is that this good becomes bad when the calories and fat start to add up because...
These cold desserts satisfy our taste buds on a hot day, cheer us up when we are down, put a smile on a child’s face, and are rewarding treats. The dilemma is choosing one or the other; what are the practical differences? Ice cream seems nostalgic and traditional while fro-yo is thought to be healthier, is trendy and usually has a world of toppings to consider. But which one is better for our waistline?...
With heart disease being the world's leading cause of death, accounting for more than - 25% of all deaths - , everyone should reevaluate their diet. Eating the wrong foods could increase your cholesterol and blood pressure levels, thereby paving the way for heart disease. However, eating more of the following 7 foods will have the opposite effect and will help promote a healthy heart. #1) Almonds -...
Brown fat has a great reputation. Primarily due to its remarkable ability to boost metabolism and burn calories. This fatty tissue, which is less prevalent than the white fat we often associate with obesity, is now gaining even more attention in light of new findings. Studies are showing brown fat has multiple functions and the higher percentage a person has, the more likely they are to be in good...
Weight loss can be difficult to achieve, but the process becomes even harder the older we get. Our metabolism slows down and our bodies just do not handle fats and foods as well as they once did. Unlike fad diets, certain foods and natural essential oils and herbs can be an effective aid in losing weight (and usually in a healthier way). Below are a few you might want to consider. Grapefruit (or Grapefruit...
A high-fat diet causes cellular changes in the brain that could increase hunger, according to a -new study. It is believed that the changes may raise the threshold of satiation, causing us to eat more and therefore to gain weight. What’s more, the changes happen very quickly. This means that we may have to eat more to feel full just a scant few days after indulging in a high-fat diet. Seriously. A...
Body mass index is a measure of body fat that is based upon an individual’s weight and height. Since BMI measures body fatness, it can indicate health problems associated with weight. This is not a direct measure of body fatness but has been shown to have similar results to those indicated by skinfold measurements, bioelectrical impedance, and underwater weighing. Since the 1970s, the prevalence of...
Cheese may no longer be a guilty pleasure. New information is dispelling the myth that foods high in milk fat are responsible for obesity and high cholesterol levels. What was once considered a solely “bad” fat may contain compounds that can protect against obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. In fact, it looks like making foods like cheese a regular part of your diet could even help you live...
Are you beyond frustrated to see your belly fat just refusing to go away? - Have you worked hard to get rid of that extra flab but with little success? - The problem with belly fat is it is easy to put on but really hard to lose. The pesky, visceral lump of fat around your lower tummy is disconcerting in many ways. The excess fat is responsible for secreting stress hormones like cortisol and inflammatory...