Tag: fiber

Why Is Lower Belly Fat so Hard to Get Rid of and How to Do It?

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Getting rid of stubborn lower belly fat is hard, but it isn’t impossible. With the right exercises and diet, most people can achieve a flatter stomach and more defined abs. Why Is it So Hard to Get Rid of? Belly fat accumulates for a number of reasons, chief among them age. As people get older, […]

5 Must Have Veggies For Building Lean Muscles

5 Must Have Veggies For Building Lean Muscles When it comes to building muscle, a body can’t live on meat alone. It’s important for you to provide your body with protein, but it’s also imperative that you include vegetables to ensure your efforts are optimal. No matter your size, weight, age, or $ex, you can […]

7 Things That Happen When You Cut Bread Out Of Your Diet

7 Things That Happen When You Cut Bread Out Of Your Diet Do you have stubborn belly fat that won’t go away? Or are you always feeling sluggish? If you answered yes to either of those questions, then you need to stop eating bread. Gluten, which is the protein found in bread is responsible for […]

How to Get Rid of Belly Pooch Forever

How to Get Rid of Belly Pooch Forever New research into how the body works comes out all the time. Sometimes, this agrees with what we believe is common sense and sometimes it overturns our old ideas. Often, it gives new understanding to how and why old rules of thumb really work. A New Spin […]

See How to Lose Weight Fast With the Japanese Morning Banana Diet

See How to Lose Weight Fast With the Japanese Morning Banana Diet Different diets have sprouted over decades of society’s attempt to achieve the perfect body without sacrificing nutrition and satisfaction. Among the variety of dietary plans is the Morning Banana diet, which was developed in Japan and became popular around late 2000. What is […]

This is How Eating 7 Walnuts a Day Changes Your Body

This is How Eating 7 Walnuts a Day Changes Your Body Humans have eaten walnuts since 7000 B.C.E., making them our oldest tree food. In ancient Rome, they were known as “Jupiter’s royal acorn.” English walnuts originated in ancient Persia, which is why often are called “Persian Walnuts.” They were a common commodity along the […]

Eat These 10 Foods and You’ll Never Look Tired Again

Eat These 10 Foods and You’ll Never Look Tired Again Battling tiredness all the time? If you feel stumbling, sluggish and tired the entire day, you are probably suffering from a general lack of energy. A mug of coffee or a pack of chocolates may seem like a quick-fix but lacks a lasting impact. High […]

Foods To Avoid While On Your Period

Foods To Avoid While On Your Period 5 Life-Saving Eating Rules For When You’re on Your Period! That certain time of the month when you have your period can be described as inconvenient at best and downright scary at worst. Symptoms such as depression or irritability, bloating and mood swings, breast tenderness, and even painful […]

The Type of Apple That Could Help You Lose Weight

The Type of Apple That Could Help You Lose Weight There are seemingly endless ways to lose weight. However, one key principle has never changed: To lose weight, you have to create a caloric deficit. It literally requires a deficit of approximately 3,500 calories in order to lose just one single pound of fat. While […]

The Best Kale Smoothie Ever!

This is one of the most delicious smoothies I’ve ever prepared, and it’s made from kale! Many of us don’t like the taste of raw kale, but this smoothie doesn’t taste like kale at all. Kale is a low-fat source of fiber, vitamins and minerals: One cup of chopped kale only contains around 33 calories; […]

What Do You Know About Rice

Rice is the main ingredient of food in many cultures. Worldwide there are more than 40,000 different varieties of rice. Rice is a good source of dietary fiber and some good carbohydrates. Besides, rice is a good source of minerals such as magnesium, manganese and selenium. Some studies suggest that dietary rice bran contains many […]

Good vs. Bad Carbohydrates: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to carbohydrates (carbs) there’s a misconception that all carbs are bad and one should stay away from all foods that contain carbs. But the truth is that carbs are essential components of a healthy diet and they’re necessary for proper organ functions. So choose good carbs, not no carbs. The best diets […]

Food Benefits By Color

Fruits and vegetables have abundant nutrients and health benefits from boosting immune system to fighting against cancer. Check out this chart to learn more about health benefits of foods by color! Which one is your favorite?

Health benefits of raisins

[Last updated: November 8th 2012] Because of high fiber content, raisins are good aid in digestion. Also they’re abundant in minerals which are essential for bone health. More importantly, raisins are good source of antioxidants which fight against free radicals and help us to live younger and longer. Now a new body of research shows […]

How To Detoxify Your Body

[Last Update: 25 October 2012] Detoxification simply means cleaning your body. In this diagram you can find simple ways to detox your body. The only issue we have with this detox program is MEAT! It’s better to have less amount of meat when you’re in detox and eat plenty of fiber, veggies and fruits. Also […]

doughnut or not?

Instead of having doughnut or other sweetened pastries, you may want to have whole-grain cinnamon raisin toast or half a small whole-grain bagel with low-fat strawberry cream cheese spread. They contain less sugar, less fat and more fiber.    

Mood-Booster Foods

[Last Updated: November 21st, 2012] These foods are considered as mood-boosters: Chocolates for their antioxidants Eggs for their Vitamin B12 and D Walnuts for their Omega-3 and Magnesium Whole wheat breads for their fiber Bananas for their magnesium Fish for its omega-3 Spinach for folic acid Milk for it’s calcium, vitamins and minerals and orange […]