As per a study published in the journal, PLoS One, obesity is increasing at a high speed and with the way things are looking, more than 30% of males and 27% of females will be overweight by the year 2040. While the percentage of those in the Obese category will be 9.5% males and 13.9% females. In fact, as per a recent report by the World Obesity Federation, “More than half of the world’s population would be overweight or obese […]
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Looking at nutrition labels can be confusing, as foods with high amounts of total fat won’t necessarily make you fat. Saturated fat and trans fat are two artery-clogging types that you should severely limit in your diet, but monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats (with the latter including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids) are actually good for your health, as they may lower bad (or LDL) cholesterol levels and raise good (or HDL) cholesterol levels. To help you differentiate between the types, […]
When you set out to lose weight, you may turn to one of the many weight loss apps on the market. Whether you need recipe inspiration, motivation, workout tips, or diet structure, there’s, well, an app for that! One app that provides recipe inspo, diet structure, and more, that’s been around for over a decade, is Noom. The plan has some seriously solid reviews, but users also note that the Noom food lists and categories can be confusing. “Noom is […]
ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Weight loss and fat burning depend on various factors including overall calorie intake, physical activity and individual metabolism hence, it is important to focus on a balanced diet, regular exercise and adopting healthy lifestyle habits for sustainable weight management. Consulting with a healthcare professional or registered dietitian can provide personalised guidance and support in achieving your specific goals while certain foods can support a healthy metabolism and aid in weight loss when incorporated into a balanced […]
Saturated fats often get grouped in with trans fats, but they’re not the same thing. Saturated fats are found in animal products like meats and dairy, as well as some tropical plant foods like coconut, says Naidoo. While it was once believed that saturated fats should be strictly limited, recent research38 suggests that they may not be as harmful as previously thought, Scott explains. “The current dietary guidelines recommend that you keep saturated fats to less than 10% of your […]
The guava cake at Tropicana Cuban Restaurant (photo by Yasmin Diallo Turk) Whenever I don’t know what to eat, I head up North Lamar to Austin’s International District. It has variety not found anywhere else in town and does not disappoint. Here are 10 places worth a try when you visit the district. Selam Market and Cafe Tucked away on the side of a small shopping center is a market selling Ethiopian essentials on one side and serving up traditional […]
A good deal of people today, specially when they are in university, think of gatecrashing weddings for free foodstuff. The scenario is also shown in numerous films like the well-known scene in ‘3 Idiots’ when Aamir Khan, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi gatecrashed a wedding day that turned out to be their professor’s daughter’s. However, such matters never have a beneficial end result in reality as a movie from Madhya Pradesh that has gone viral demonstrates a guy remaining manufactured […]
Cardiologist Harmony Reynolds said she almost never eats foods like potato chips and snack cakes. She opts for healthy swaps like popcorn or fruit, and enjoys less healthy treats like bacon in moderation. Research suggests processed foods increase the risk of serious illnesses like heart disease. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app It’s not realistic to try to follow a “perfect” diet […]
The US Food and Drug Administration issued a proposed rule on September 29 setting forth new criteria for the labeling of food products with the nutrient content claim “healthy” intended to help consumers more easily navigate nutrition labels and to make healthier purchasing decisions. Per the proposed rule, labeling is to be consistent with current nutrition science, the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA or Agency) updated Nutrition Facts label, and the Federal Dietary Guidelines. Use of the “healthy” claim by […]
From VOA Learning English, this is the Health & Lifestyle report. When it comes to making lunch for their kids, moms and dads have usual favorites. For some parents in the United States, those favorites are peanut butter and jelly sandwiches — also known as PB&Js. Fruit like apples and bananas are also popular. But one mother has an unusual go-to ingredient for her children’s lunches. Jenny Mollen uses funny-looking candy eyes. She has learned that her children will eat […]
