Which diet is better- High carb-low fat diets vs High Fat-low carb diet? Obesity is a widely misunderstood subject with a lot of confusion and controversy. But the truth is, the solution is ‘calories-in vs calories-out’. Is it really that simple? In summary, yes, yes, it is. But can our body play tricks on us? …
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What is pomegranate and it’s health benefits? Pomegranate is a red and round, apple-looking, nature’s power fruit that originates from India. It currently grows over the whole of the Mediterranean region including south East Asia, the East Indies and tropical Africa. For centuries, pomegranate fruit, seeds and the pomegranate tree have all been used to make …
Are eating habits slowing down your weight loss progress? Are you currently attempting a diet and your habits are getting in the way? There are some solutions you can implement that can help you. Firstly, what is a diet? A diet refers to the kinds of foods and drinks that people, animals, and communities habitually …
What are pumpkin seeds and where do they come from? Pumpkin seeds are edible seeds of a pumpkin, they are asymmetrically oval with an outer layer husk and light green once the husk has been removed. Pumpkin and their nutritious seeds come from North America, South America and Central America. They are known in North …
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Understanding food labels The food industry is under scrutiny because many food labels are not regulated by the government. Food companies and manufacturers use words like ‘reduced fat’ or ‘less fat’ and ‘less salt’ to make us think these products are healthy. These products are simply reduced or less than the original, and doesn’t really …
What is alcohol? Alcohol is a compound made of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, produced from yeast ferment sugars. The amount of alcoholic content in a drink is determined by the amount of yeast and length of fermentation. Department of health advises that safe drinking levels for both men and women are 14 units per week. …
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I know each of your reading this article must’ve tried watermelon at least once in your life, can such a tasty summer fruit also be rich in benefits? Keep reading to find out! What is watermelon and where does it come from? Let’s firstly discuss what Watermelon is and where it came from. Watermelon is …
What is celery? Celery is a green and crunchy vegetable that belongs to Apiaceae family of vegetables, and some say it is closely related to parsley. It is a low carb and VERY low-calorie vegetable with several health benefits. Before we dive into all the benefits, if you are reading this article to find out …
What are minerals? Minerals are essential nutrients involved in many bodily functions, some of which include: Strengthening and Regulating Immune System Growth and Healing Tissue building eg. Muscle Maintaining strong and healthy bones and teeth As a holistic overview, minerals and vitamins are important for your overall health and wellbeing. You can also check out …
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What are proteins? Proteins are organic compounds composed of 20 amino acids. Chemically, these are made-up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Proteins are used in countless bodily processes, not just muscle growth and recovery, but these play a vital role in our body for example; regulating hormones like insulin, growth hormone, IGF-1 are just a …
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