Tag: Calories

Dietary self-monitoring: The secret to successful weight loss- lose belly fat in less than 15 minutes per day

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A new study suggests that this 15-minute weight loss strategy is the most effective way to slim down your waistline. Here’s how to stay motivated to lose weight. You have been told that keeping track of what you eat and drink is one of the most effective ways to lose weight. But many people often neglect to do this despite its effectiveness. That said, we can’t deny that fact that sticking to a diet day in and day out can eventually wear your nerves out, which may make you give…

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Study highlights influence social media has on children’s food intake

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During the study 176 children, aged between 9 and 11 years, were randomly split into three equal groups and were shown artificially created, but realistic, Instagram pages of popular vloggers A new study now highlights the negative influence that social media has on children’s food intake. The new University of Liverpool research, published in Pediatrics, shows celebrity endorsement and television advertising of unhealthy foods increases children’s intake of these foods. However, children are increasingly exposed to marketing through digital avenues, such as on social media, and the impact of marketing…

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How to Lose Weight Quickly Without Exercise?

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By: Abha Toppo Obesity or fatness is one of the biggest health problems all around the world. People generally put on weight due to their unhealthy eating habits. They eat and drink more calories than they burn through daily movement and body functions. In this article we will tell you how to lose weight without exercise, medication and in a natural healthy way. A person can easily and quickly lose weight, the only thing he or she needs to do is maintain a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating and drinking. 7 ways…

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Regularly consuming ‘ultraprocessed’ foods increases risk of early death: Study

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While we all love nibbling away at our pizzas, chips or french fries, a new study, conducted in France, now finds that we face a 14 per cent higher risk of early death with each 10 per cent increase in the amount of ultraprocessed food we eat. The authors of the study wrote in the journal JAMA Internal medicine that ultraprocessed foods are manufactured industrially from multiple ingredients that usually include additives used for technological and/or cosmetic purposes, reported CNN. They added, “Ultraprocessed foods are mostly consumed in the form…

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Are all salad combinations healthy?

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 by Dr Partap Chauhan Just the presence of the word ‘Salad’ in the name of a dish does not automatically make it healthy. In recent years, with the growing awareness of eating healthy greens, we are choosing dishes that are commonly referred to as salads. But are they all healthy? Here is an Ayurvedic perspective on this matter, and what you should put together in a healthy salad. Salad vs. ‘Healthy’ Salad – Avoiding Virrudh Ahaar There is a big difference between a salad and a healthy salad. By definition,…

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Pumpkin Juice For Weight Loss: 5 Health Benefits Of The Veggie Juice That Make It Great For Weight Loss

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Pumpkin juice is practically fat-free and low in calories. Here are 5 ways that it can help you in losing weight fast! Well there’s at least a section of people, for whom, pumpkin is always on the mind- health freaks. Pumpkin or kaddu is one vegetable that has always been considered nutritious and delicious. Indians love their pumpkin ki sabzi, which is a spicy, mushy vegetarian dish, eaten with chapatis and pooris. If you’re one of those who don’t like eating pumpkin, then you may be missing out on a…

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Metabolism and Weight

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QUESTION OF THE DAY Q: What is meant by basal metabolic rate? It depends on which factors? What is it’s effect on our weight? A: Basal metabolic rate is the amount of energy expressed in calories that a person needs to keep the body functioning at rest. Some of those processes are breathing, blood circulation, controlling body temperature, cell growth, brain and nerve function, and contraction of muscles. Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. During this complex biochemical process, calories…

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Walk your Way to Better Health

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Small Steps that make Miles of Difference to your Fitness and Well-being Taking a walk every day is like biting the proverbial apple. You can keep the doctor away, just by moving your feet. Not a fan of sweaty, rigorous workouts? Then, walking is perfect for you. No need for gym memberships, or expensive equipment. All that’s needed are your feet and a pair of good quality walking shoes, and you can walk your way to “Better Health.” From shrinking your jeans size to helping you reduce blood-pressure, preventing diabetes…

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Diet tip, avoid these 5 foods in your 30s for weight loss and good health

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Weight loss diet: Don’t struggle in your 30s to lose weight. Just avoid these 5 foods for better weight loss results, good health and glowing skin. Once you are in your 30s, you will notice that weight loss becomes a tad more difficult, and everything you eat goes straight to your waist. It becomes difficult to stay healthy and fit and your body is hinting that the carefree attitude of your 20s may not work any longer. But take heart, eliminating some foods in your diet could do the trick and help you achieve…

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World Bicycle Day, this is why cycling is the best exercise you need to lose weight

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On World Bicycle Day (June 3), take a look at the benefits of cycling. It’s one of the best forms of exercise if you want to lose the extra kilos. By: Manali Shah If the monotony of a gym routine bores you, or you hate being cooped up indoors, cycling is the best exercise for you. You can connect to nature and let go of some stress, while getting fitter in the process. And oh, cycling to places instead of driving does wonders for the environment. So it’s pretty much a win-win. But…

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