Portion distortion is definitely a major contributor to girth control issues. Even if you’re going for healthy options (other than maybe low-calorie vegetables), large servings can make the calories and pounds add up. While everyone knows that large servings of high calorie fare such as cake, cookies and fried snack foods can contribute to weight […]
• Protein boosts your metabolic rate In scientific terms, protein induces thermogenesis – a heating effect on the body. Think of it as turning up your thermostat and burning more fuel. While all 3 macronutrients – protein, fat and carbohydrates – increase your calorie burning after you eat them, protein has the greatest impact. This […]
Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, M.D., an Ottawa physician who specializes in bariatrics and writes the popular blog, Weighty Matters, is well known for his blustering criticisms of the food industry. He believes our environment is a major contributor to the obesity epidemic and as a result, is a very outspoken advocate for change. But as intolerant […]
This week, from February 2nd until the 8th, marks Eating Disorder Awareness Week. It’s an annual event presented by National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC), a non-profit organization founded in 1985 to provide information and resources on eating disorders and food and weight preoccupation. First things, first. How can you tell if a person has […]
No one likes inflammatory situations. They usually spell trouble. And when it comes to those related to your health, inflammation can indeed be risky. So taking steps to reduce any likelihood is very smart indeed. Inflammation is now a hotbed of research as it is emerging as a major factor in a whole range of […]
No doubt you’ve read about the incredible properties of vinegar. It’s long been used, dating back to ancient cultures, as both a seasoning and preservative. Then a few decades ago, apple cider vinegar became popular as a remedy for all sorts of ailments. Vinegar products are touted as a cure-all: promoting miraculous weight loss, providing […]
Are you already contemplating waist management strategies for the new year, even as you’re still partaking of the season’s decadent delights? If so, here’s one to scratch off your list of possible options: green tea extract. While those interested in waist management may have followed the increasing number of studies linking green tea with elevated […]
Maintaining insulin sensitivity is key to promoting good health. In my last post, I pointed to elevated insulin levels being a major culprit in disease development. Lifestyle – both enlightened eating and active living – can play a major role in keeping insulin readings in check. In addition, accumulating research shows that low blood levels […]
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