Sometimes aiming too high only leads to soul-crushing disappointment. According to a study published on the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, a realistic weight loss goal matters. Most women tend to set unrealistic weight loss goals inevitably setting themselves up to disappointing results. Leading health experts believe that a realistic weight loss goal helps dieters motivate themselves into sticking …
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What is Yacon Syrup and How Can it Help You Lose Weight?
The yacon syrup was featured in the November episode of Dr. Oz for its potential weight loss benefits. Yacon syrup is derived from the yacon plant. The Yacon plant is a root crop that originated in South America. For hundreds of years, this root crop has been cultivated for food and prized for its medicinal benefits. What is Yacon Syrup? …
Read More »6 Ways Green Tea Promotes Weight Loss
It’s no secret that green tea promotes weight loss, but how exactly can it manage your weight? In today’s post, we are breaking down ways green tea helps you lose weight: 1. Breaks Down Fat Green tea contains a group of compounds that helps the body metabolize fats. These compounds include caffeine and catechins-polyphenols. Together, catechins-polyphenols and caffeine trigger the …
Read More »Diet Tips to Lower Triglycerides
Triglycerides are fat found in the blood. When you eat, the body does not utilize fat right away. Triglycerides are stored in the fat cells for later use. Unfortunately, too much fat in the blood leads to coronary artery disease. Lowering the triglycerides level helps minimize arterial and heart diseases. In today’s post, we are giving you tips on how …
Read More »How Oatmeal Promotes Weight Loss
A bowl of oatmeal is enough to provide all the nutrients you need for the day. It’s rich in complex carbohydrates and soluble fiber. Adding a handful of fruits to a bowl of oatmeal can increase its nutritional value too. The best kinds of oatmeal are steel cut, rolled and crushed oatmeal. Oatmeal isn’t just a part of a healthy …
Read More »Surprisingly Low-Calorie Options from Your Favorite Fast Food Joints
Fast foods aren’t usually diet food, but there are some choices that aren’t as calorific. In today’s post, we are giving you low-calorie options from your favorite fast food joints: Subway 6 Inches Roast Beef Sandwich The general rule of thumb is to choose Subway sandwiches with 6 grams of fat or less. The 6” Roast Beef Sandwich is even …
Read More »Guilt-Free Alternatives to Pizza Cheeses
A traditional pizza is served smothered with all sorts of melted cheeses. And nothing hits the spot quite like melted mozzarella cheese and cured meats. Unfortunately, cheese is fattening. That’s why most dieters avoid pizza like a plague. Others are also lactose-intolerant and they can’t have any dairy products. Fortunately, there are so many substitutes for cheese. In today’s post, …
Read More »6 Ways to Maintain a Fast Metabolic Rate
While most of us struggle to lose weight, there are others who are blessed with a fast metabolic rate. The metabolic rate is a term used to describe the process in which the body expend energy per unit of time. Our metabolic rate differs greatly. Some are able to lose weight without changing their diet, others are unable to lose …
Read More »Making Calories Work for You
Tracking your calorie consumption can make or break your efforts to lose weight. But not all calories are created equal. When you choose the right one, you can eat less without dealing with hunger pangs. If you eat the wrong kind, you end up consuming more than you should. Worse, it could leave you craving for more calories. The fact …
Read More »Shape Up and Slim Down With These 8 Delicious Breakfast Smoothie Recipes
A good breakfast smoothie should provide all the nutrients you need for the day without the unwanted calories. Forget about store-bought smoothies. These drinks are loaded with sweeteners, preservatives and fattening ingredients. In today’s post, we are listing down delicious, refreshing slimming smoothies you can prepare during the AM: 1. Mango and Avocado Smoothie ¼ cup mango, cut into cubes …
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