Saturated fat has been a source of recent controversy. Once believed to be a major contributor to heart disease, the evidence that they’re heart unhealthy is weakening. Also, not all saturated fats have the same effects on the body, plant-based ones, for example, may have some unexpected benefits. This article discusses saturated fat and the role it plays in health and heart disease.
Could obesity actually be a problem at the cellular level? Inside cells are tiny organelles called mitochondria that produce energy. Some research shows obese people have mitochondria that function differently. Does obesity begin at the level of the mitochondria?
Carbohydrates and fats are the macronutrients your body prefers to use as a fuel source for exercise. How does it “choose” which one to use during a workout? Here are five factors that impact fuel use and selection during a workout.
Does it seem as if men have an easier time losing body fat than women? Find out what research shows about gender fat loss differences and why men may have an advantage when it comes to staying lean. You’ll also discover how men and women burn fat differently during exercise and at rest.
Can you adopt a very low carbohydrate diet to lose weight and still work out at a high intensity? This article looks at the role carbohydrates play in fueling exercise and why diets that are very low in carbs are detrimental to performance.
Hunger can be a tough beast to tame, especially if you’re eating the wrong foods. This article discusses the role macronutrients play in controlling hunger. Find out which macronutrients are most satiating and how to change the composition of your diet to keep hunger at bay.
Are weekends making it hard to control your weight? Weekends are a time when most people change their eating habits – and not for the better. Discover the pitfalls of weekend eating and easy strategies for avoiding weekend weight gain.
Beige fat, brown fat and white fat – what do all of these colors mean? More importantly, how do these types of fat differ in function? Find out more about brown fat and beige fat, two kinds of fat that make controlling your weight a little easier.
Exercise helps you burn fat in more ways than one. A new study shows exercise influences how much fat you have inside your bones. In turn, this may affect how healthy your bones are. Read on and discover another reason it’s important to exercise.
Not all dietary fat is created equal, of course. Here’s a look at which fats should remain a part of your regular diet and which need to go.
Protein is all the buzz when it comes to building muscle – but what about dietary fats? This article discusses the role dietary fat plays in building muscle and preserving lean body mass. It also talks about the important role of omega-3s.
What are essential fatty acids and why do you need them in your diet? Find out more about these “must have” fats, why you need them and the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between the two. Also discover what the best sources of each are.
