Are weekend overindulgences making it harder for you to lose weight? They may be doing more damage than you think. Find out what research shows about weekends and weight control, and how to indulge on the weekend without gaining weight.
Do you enjoy the taste of grilled meat? There’s a little known fact about grilled meats. They can increase your risk of colon cancer. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the damage. Discover these four healthy grilling tips that could save your health.
Can the smell of the food you eat help you control your weight? That’s what a new research study suggests. Find out how the aroma of food affects portion size and how to use food odors to your advantage.
Female athletes and women who exercise need to be concerned about nutrition. Not only is it necessary to monitor amounts of macronutrients like protein, fat and carbs, micronutrients are important too. Here are three important minerals that female athletes need to be aware of.
Still sipping a sports drink to recover after a workout? Try tomato juice instead. A new study shows that sipping tomato juice may protect cells against oxidative damage that occurs during an intense workout. Find out why tomato juice helps and the other benefits of sipping this bright red beverage.
Men and women both need certain macronutrients, vitamins and minerals in their diets, but women need more of certain dietary components. This article discusses the unique nutritional needs of women and what women need for optimal nutrition and health.
Vegetables are not only good for you from a health standpoint - they also help with weight control. Discover three ways vegetables can help you control your weight while keeping you healthy at the same time.
Do you get sleepy after you eat a meal? Find out why this happens and how to change your diet to avoid this common problem.
Low-fat isn’t necessarily synonymous with health. You need a certain amount of fat in your diet to supply two essential fatty acids the body can’t make. It’s also important to get the right balance of these fats in your diet. Find out why fat-free isn’t always better and why fat balance is critical to good health.
Have you ever wondered what controls your desire to eat? Leptin is a hormone that controls appetite and metabolic rate. Find out how this hormone affects your weight - and your appetite.
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