Also On Wellness
Tagged as Protein
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...
October 13, 2023
We might be less physically active while we sleep, but our bodies still quietly process what they need to stay healthy and strong. Our muscles require specific building blocks if we want them to grow, but we have to take the right approach in fueling them if we want maximum results. With the right timing, we can even do some of the work in our sleep. See how... Our bodies need exercise and protein...
September 25, 2023
Malnourishment is depressingly more common than we would think, especially among seniors. One study - found that about 25% of all seniors and 44% of seniors with dementia are malnourished and up to 50% of all older adults are at risk for malnourishment. Changes in the way your brain perceives taste, swallowing difficulties, inadequate time to make healthy food, financial concerns, and myriad other...
July 31, 2023
You've probably been there. You're doing everything correctly, yet you can't ditch that refuse-to-vacate excess weight, and it's driving you crazy. I coined the term "weight loss resistance" for folks who do everything correctly yet can't consistently lose a couple of pounds a week. Numerous obstacles underlie weight loss resistance, from sleep deprivation to chronic stress to hormonal imbalances. I'll...
March 31, 2023
We’ve all heard about the protein-rich, low-carb diets that are making the rounds on the internet. Experts are claiming that high protein diets can give you better energy and can help you - reduce - weight. Does this hold any water? That is what we are going to find out here. There are a lot of studies that suggest that lean protein diets - are good for the body in general, and -help you lose pounds....
January 13, 2022
"You have no idea how crazy my morning can be," someone recently wrote me. "With three kids, a husband who constantly loses his keys, plus some other minor catastrophe, I have absolutely no time to eat anything healthy." - She was referring to several studies I mention that show a -protein-rich breakfast- keeps you full, focused, and burning fat all morning. Trust me, I get the time crunch. Juggling...
September 29, 2021
Ok, so the thought of eating insects might not be the most appealing one. Few of us sit down to dinner and think what we want are some bugs. In general, we can’t even stand the sight of the little creatures, let alone the idea of putting them on a dinner plate. Some of us might even get the heebie-jeebies just thinking about it. But consider...could it be possible that we’ve been viewing them from...
June 3, 2021
A- High-Intensity Interval Training- (HIIT) workout has been shown to be a fantastic workout and many are pursuing this method of fitness with passion since it fits in with lie in a way that other things may not. But the intensity is really something and post-workouts can leave some of us absolutely ravenous. When that happens, it’s easy to eat back burned calories thinking we've "earned it." Choosing...
February 17, 2021
Popular high-protein diets, such as -Atkins and Paleo-, urge followers to eat more -protein- while cutting back on carbohydrates, sugars and fats. Although many have found success on such diets, there are health risks associated with eating too much protein. Those regularly consuming more than the recommended amount may experience side effects. Protein is one of the building blocks of life. It helps...
July 3, 2019
©2024 Wellness®.com is a registered trademark of Wellness.com, Inc. 