A few years ago I was having all sorts of digestive problems, bloating and generally feeling unwell. I was advised to cut all wheat, oats, rye and barley out of my diet.
I was found to be gluten intolerant. Gluten intolerance is running rampant among our communities and like diabetes 75% of the p
Food addiction is very unhealthy; it can cause obesity, malnutrition even to the otherwise healthy looking person and a number of other diseases like teeth problems etc. Here in this article, we will discuss the common types of food addiction and how to get rid of them.
A new study reveals that repeated exposure to the thin ideal can make dieters gain weight. When we have a goal in mind, surrounding ourselves with inspirational images or words can feel like the best way to keep focused. With popular tools like Pinterest, we can expose ourselves to what we desire at
For those of you who are looking for something beyond weight loss, such as improved health, higher energy, increased athletic performance, clearer skin, and/or easier digestion, the Paleo diet is the answer to all of your health and fitness needs. To put it short: the Paleo diet includes eating like
11pm we meet again. It’s that sugar and chocolate craving that leads me to the kitchen, tearing through the cupboards looking for a piece of anything. A s’mores poptart, the last of the chocolate ice cream, or please God let there be some left of the Reese’s peanut butter cup I knew I shouldn
I know from experience that my cravings seem strongest after a little indulgence. I figured this time of year would be the perfect opportunity to share some of my personal tactics to overcoming cravings. Because at times you do just have to say “NO”.
What can I do to crank up my metabolism and/or digestion? In Fun and Fit translated style, that says, “If you want to burn kcals at a faster rate (helps with weight loss and maintenance), speed up your basal metabolic rate.”
I’ve been trying to “intuitively eat” the past few weeks, and it turns out that when I do, I maintain my weight. All during the day, I eat in weight-loss mode, but I think the calories I ingest at night, after dinner, kick me into maintenance mode.
For the most part, trigger foods are calorie-dense combinations of sugar and fat. Why? Sugar and fat trip the pleasure sensors in our brains. And happy brains want to stay happy regardless of how unhappy they’ll be at the end of the binge.
Your particular trigger foods aren’t necessarily your
Best breakfast meal food choices for weight loss is one of the most important decisions of your day. The breakfast meal, they say, is the most important meal of the day. “They” are right. Your breakfast actually sets your metabolism for the rest of the day. So what are those mystery foods that
The thing is, when it comes to your body, everything is connected. Don’t drink multiple cups of caffeine a day—particularly late in the afternoon—and then wonder why in the world you can’t get to sleep at night! Sure, there may be other contributing factors, but trust me, your Starbucks habi
When it comes to weight loss, there are a few tricks that help stave off hunger and keep you on track. As people decrease their portions, it's natural to have some hunger pangs and to want a crunchy, satisfying snack that packs in the nutrients but not the pounds. One solution that I advocate with
Hi everyone! :) I hope you enjoyed my previous post on5 weight loss basics. I am so happy to have received feedback thatthe postwas useful! If you’re following those tips, you’re getting on the right track. To help you get started on your new eating habits, here are 5 eating tips for weight loss
