Hunger is your body telling you that it needs sustenance so it can operate efficiently. Yet sometimes, it can feel like all our hunger is a little… excessive. We’re talking about those days when just 20 minutes after lunch (after you ate a meal big enough for two) you’re already starving again. Maybe it happens…
As common as the word “fertility” is, not everyone know certain things about it that they ought to. Pamela Madsen, executive director of the American Infertility Association (AIA) sponsored a recent Web-based survey on this subject with her organization, and according to her, “when it comes to enhancing our fertility, many people have a lot…
A healthy gut is essential for overall well-being, supporting everything from digestion to immunity and even mental health. The right foods can make a significant difference in improving your gut microbiome, which consists of billions of beneficial bacteria that help your body function smoothly. Let’s dive into five gut-friendly foods that are not only delicious…
Don’t you just hate that cranky and run-down feeling you get when your period comes? While lots of ladies would like to tough it out without taking any medication, there are actually a few simple hacks you can use to get relief. With a little information on what to do, you can easily reduce all…
A large majority of tea comes from the plant Camellia sinensis; experts have classified tea into four main groups: white, green, black and oolong tea. It is one from these groups that are now processed by different food factories such as Lipton, Java etc., to give them their unique taste. Each of these processed tea…
Genetic makeup is one of the reasons why many people today remain obese, because they think they have a lower possibility of actually losing weight since it’s in their genes anyway. Although studies show that those who have the gene, are at an average of 6.6 pounds heavier than those who don’t have the gene,…
Losing 10 pounds in one week isn’t a typical weight-loss goal, and it shouldn’t be treated casually. Extreme weight loss in a short period is challenging and requires discipline, consistency, and a plan that respects your body’s physiology. With the right nutritional strategy, you can significantly reduce water weight, improve digestion, and reset your metabolism…
The carbohydrate insulin hypothesis is the claim that obesity is caused by high insulin levels, that the insulin increases fat storage while starving the body. And that this leads to increased hunger and decreased energy expenditure. So therefore eating carbohydrates leads to fat storage, prevents fat loss, leads to overeating, and lowers your metabolism, thereby…
It has been widely accepted that being obese can lead to all sorts of health complications. However, in recent times there’s increasing data suggesting body fat may, in some cases, impart a kind of protective benefit. This has led to what’s known as the “obesity paradox”—the fact that moderately obese people with chronic diseases are…
Unlike what almost everyone thinks, it is actually very possible to lose weight without any exercise. This may seem like an irony, but it is important that you know that exercising isn’t the only means to lose your body fat. As a matter of fact, it is a very difficult thing to follow the workout routine…
Generally, you probably want to get rid of fat and avoid eating meals that will increase the amount of fat stored in your body. It is, however, unfortunate that a large percentage of people talking about fats do not really know what it means. To some, it is that bad food type that shouldn’t be included…
When you realize that you now lose energy halfway through your workouts, then there are probably some issues that need your immediate attention. There could be a few potential reasons behind this sudden energy loss during workout sessions and here are some of them: 1. You Skimp on Carbs Most people have fallen victim to the…