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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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

There’s more to the scriptures than teachings of God. It can serve as a guide to accelerate weight loss too. The Bible diet – also known as the Maker’s Diet – is a dietary program developed by motivational speaker, Jordan S. Rubin. The diet program is based on the gospel by Leviticus and Deuteronomy. According to Rubin, the bible lists …

Nothing satisfies the craving for salty, savory deliciousness than pizza. But the average caloric content of a slice of pepperoni pizza is 272. When you have a serious craving for pizza but you’re watching what you eat, why not create your own healthy pizza? Take it a step further by using alternative crusts to the traditional dough. These vegan pizza …

Calorie refers to the amount of energy a drink or food item provides when consumed. Think of it as a term as a measuring unit. The body needs a certain level of energy to complete all its processes. Fuel for the body is harvested from these sources: stored fat, muscles and the food we eat. Usually, energy-rich foods like carbohydrates, …