Nuts are a healthy and nutritious snack, but they’re not low in calories. Many people enjoy their crunchiness so much that they find it hard to stop. Here are five ways to enjoy the health benefits of nuts as a snack without “overdoing” it.
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be able to pile their plate high with calorie-rich foods and never gain an ounce? Genetics are certainly a factor, but at least one study has a different explanation. Find out what it is.
Enjoy eating out? Eating in a restaurant is a way to relax and avoid doing the dishes, but it isn’t always healthy. Here are five common calorie traps you’ll encounter when eating out and how to avoid them.
Are you tired of eating chicken breasts? Chicken is a good source of protein to help build lean body mass, but it’s not the only game in town when it comes to improving body composition. Here are other types of foods that help to improve your physique. You’ll also discover other sources of protein that’ll help you add variety to your diet.
The best way to approach eating healthy is to make small changes rather than completely overhauling your diet. Need some guidance? Here are five healthy food swaps that will boost the nutritional power of your diet.
Appetite versus hunger – what’s the difference? Distinguishing between the two is more important than you think. Many people confuse appetite with hunger, which causes them to snack too frequently, make the wrong food choices and take in too many calories. Find out how to distinguish true hunger cues from emotional eating triggers.
If you’re pregnant, you’ve probably heard people talk about how lucky you are to be able to eat whatever you want. Unfortunately, this common phrase is far from the truth.
Can friendly bacteria called probiotics help you lose weight? It’s an intriguing idea that gut bacteria might help with weight control. Find out what research shows about a link between the two and why it’s important to eat more probiotic-rich foods.
Are you a late-night snacker? Whether or not it contributes to weight gain is still under debate, but it’s not a good habit. Find out what causes you to snack after dark and how to break the habit.
You need protein, but there are lots of myths about this important macronutrient, how much you need and how to get it, especially if you’re physically active. Here are five things about protein you may not know – but should.
Body fat percentage says more about your body composition than body weight. One inexpensive way to measure body fat percentage is by using calipers. How accurate are skinfold calipers for determining percentage of body fat?
Can you change your metabolism or are you stuck with the one you have? Find out more about the mysteries of metabolism, and discover four common myths about metabolism that many people still believe.
