Myths and doubts surround the mysterious fats that we eat. All fats are not created equal. Read on to know more about the truth behind good, not so bad and ugly fats. The “good” Unsaturated fats: These undoubtedly do the […]
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It’s the stuff your bones are made of! Calcium is what makes it possible for the bones and teeth to be strong, and attain the optimal height possible. Throughout childhood, calcium is deposited in the bones, leading to attainment of […]
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Are all carbs created equal? Apparently not! Research has shown consistently that there are some that are beneficial in many ways, while some can be, evil! Whole and holy grains! A recent study found that women who averaged two to […]
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Carbs are much discussed, debated, abused and generally always in the limelight! There are some diets that advocate cutting off carbs completely from the diet to achieve weight loss, and others that believe in including the “right kind of carbs” […]
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They are not called building blocks for nothing! Proteins build almost everything that allows our body functions to proceed without a glitch. They are part of enzymes that digest food, hormones that regulate blood sugar, mood, growth and metabolism. They […]
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Trying to find the right diet program that achieves fat loss, while promoting muscle gain can be a challenge, given the array of diets and programs available. Many diets advocate restricting or avoiding specific nutrient groups. Most of these claims […]
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How many times should you eat in a day ? The frequency and the timings of meals that is ideal and perfect for overall health has been debated over the years. Although Indians are more used to eating three square […]
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Eat whole grains is an oft heard mantra. Time and again healthcare experts have stressed on eating whole grains as opposed to refined, highly polished cereals for greater health benefits. A shot in the arm for this theory has been […]
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You might have seen that all health magazines and portals advocate eating low sugar foods for health. Why all this hue and cry over low sugar foods? Foods low in sugar is invariably rich in other nutrients and high on […]
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Organic is the buzz word these days amongst most urban households. Organic foods are supposed to be healthier, safer and fresher. But are these claims well grounded? Should we switch over completely to organic foods? A study done at the […]
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