Want to shed some kilos this summer? Don’t know how to beat the heat while watching calories? Here are a few cool drinks that will keep you hydrated while helping you shed those extra kilos: 1.Unsweetened Almond Milk: If you want to lose weight, start using unsweetened almond milk instead of dairy milk. Unsweetened almond milk contains 30 calories per… Read more »
Children like to go out and play with their friends. Some children however, have a nag for sports that can be pointed out at a very young age. Parent on recognizing the child’s talent send them to a particular sports club or encourage them to participate in a game of their choice. Once the kids get older, the sports enthusiasm… Read more »
We all have our notions on what is healthy and what is not. However, little knowledge is always harmful as it doesn’t equip us to take the right decisions. Processed foods fall into this category and I am sure most of us are not aware about some of the benefits they bring to us. 1. Unsweetened coconut or almond milk… Read more »
Bananas are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, many of the vitamin B family, potassium and three natural sugars – Sucrose, fructose and glucose. Here are some ways banana makes life easier for us: Kick your smoking habit Packed with vitamins like B12, B6 and the minerals potassium and magnesium, banana helps the body overcome the effects of nicotine withdrawal…. Read more »
There are lots of foods that can give you great skin, including some of them in your eating plan is essential. When you have a healthy skin, you look much younger and fresher, no matter how old you are. The foods you consume every day play a important role in the health of your skin as well as your overall… Read more »
As we age our metabolism tends to go down. Simple reason we eat more and workout less. Here are few tips to kick-start your metabolism: 1. Start your day with exercise. When you start your day with exercise, you speed up your metabolism, burn more calories and make healthier choices throughout the day. Being lazy and not exercising leads to cravings… Read more »
Thyroid gland is generally responsible for your body’s metabolic processes. Specifically, your thyroid releases two primary hormones — (T3) and thyroxine (T4) — that control metabolism. When working properly, the T3 and T4 hormones travel through your bloodstream and help cells get energy from the food you eat. Thyroid hormones are also responsible for helping to regulate your body temperature… Read more »
Lentils boast plenty of health benefits. They can be added to salads or spreads, for crackers and crudité. One of the best things about lentils is that they are perfect for vegetarians. 1. Good for your heart Numerous studies have found that consuming high fiber foods like lentils lowers your risk of cardiovascular disease and that is why you need… Read more »
Sweet potatoes are a delicious treat that come in many shapes and colors and are widely grown and consumed throughout the world as they are nutritional powerhouses and loaded with essential vitamins and minerals. 1. Sweet potatoes are high in antioxidants Sweet potatoes are rich in antioxidants. The anthocyanin in the purple sweet potatoes and beta carotene in the… Read more »
Exercising when you are pregnant is actually good for you and your baby as it can reduce high blood pressure, lower your risk of gestational diabetes, control hormones and help you to prepare for labor. But, before starting your fitness program, you should definitely talk to your doctor about exercising during pregnancy and find out all the necessary information… Read more »
