When you think of diets or weight loss meal plans, salads tend to be the first dish that comes to mind. In essence, a salad is a mixture of food items, vegetables, fruits, nuts, etc. All these ingredients are tied together with the help of a ‘salad dressing’. One usually serves salads cold. Salads became […]
Ever wonder where the fat goes when you are on a weight loss diet? Most people think that fat converts to energy; some think fat turns into muscle, and others assume it escapes via excretion. Knowing more about fat metabolism becomes necessary due to many misconceptions about how weight loss works. Not just that, where […]
Losing unwanted weight and keeping it off can be a tricky task. Most people find it hard to enjoy their weight loss journeys because it essentially boils down to changing your preferable dietary habits to a strict schedule involving physical activity along with food restrictions. Some people try to shed extra kilos and maintain a […]
HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training, consisting of vigorous workouts with little rest in a short time. This cardiovascular training can work wonders for you in losing the extra kgs. HIIT workout raises and maintains your heart rate, allowing you to burn more fat in less time. A HIIT workout will typically last 10–30 minutes. […]
Protein is an essential macronutrient that is involved in a variety of body functions. It is the building block of our body. They involve multiple functions like carrying cellular processes, transporting various substances to various body parts, and physical movements. They are also involved in protein hormone synthesis. It is thus very crucial to regularly […]
The tiny, edible seeds of the pumpkin hold a lot more nutrition than you think. Despite being so tiny, pumpkin seeds are rich in critical nutrients that our bodies need. As a result, pumpkin seeds have numerous health benefits, one of them being weight loss. In addition, pumpkin seeds make our meals healthy while adding […]
Being overweight is one of the most common problems in the modern era. As per a study by the World Health Organisation (WHO), in 2016, more than 1.9 billion adults were overweight. Of these, a staggering 650 million were obese. It is no surprise that being overweight can lead to several health risks and adverse […]
A five-thousand-year-old transcription by the Indus valley civilization on fragile palm leaves has paved the way to an innovative weight loss therapy. Yoga was mentioned in the Indian collection of Vedic Sanskrit hymns, the Rigveda. Researchers have traced yoga to over a thousand years ago, and its rich history is divided into periods of innovation, […]
Sound health is a prerequisite for happiness. While for adults, it is vital for defining your quality of life, for children, it is essential for proper growth, both physically and mentally. In other words, an indicative measure of good health in adults is manifest in the height and weight chart, while in children it attains […]
When it comes to losing weight and staying fit, you might think of intense activities. However, the reality is that, what is one activity that you tend to avoid, as there are easier and more convenient options available? The answer is taking the stairs, as you can always use the elevator or escalator in the […]