Jan 19

12 tips to help you lose weight

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1. Do not skip breakfast Skipping breakfast will not help you lose weight. You could miss out on essential nutrients and you may end up snacking more throughout the day because you feel hungry.   2. Eat regular meals Eating at regular times during the day helps burn calories at a faster rate. It also reduces the temptation to snack on foods high in fat and sugar.   3. Eat plenty of fruit and veg Fruit and veg are low in calories and fat, and high in fibre – 3 essential ingredients for successful weight loss. They also contain plenty of vitamins and minerals.   4. Get more active Being active is key to losing weight and keeping it off. As well as providing lots of health benefits, exercise can help burn off the excess calories you cannot lose through diet alone.   5. Drink plenty of water People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger. You can end up consuming extra calories when a glass of water is really what you need.   6. Eat high fibre foods Foods containing lots of fibre can help keep you feeling full, which is perfect for losing weight. Fibre is only found in food […]
Jan 19

5 Quick tips: Choosing healthy protein foods

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1. Upgrade the protein on your plate. The Healthy Eating Plate encourages you to eat protein-rich foods like beans, nuts, tofu, fish, chicken, or eggs in place of less-healthy options like red and processed meats. For example, try a turkey or black bean burger instead of a traditional beef burger. Or slice up a fresh-roasted chicken breast or salmon for your sandwich instead of using processed high-sodium lunch meat.   2. Don’t stress too much about protein quantity. Most reasonable diets provide plenty of protein for healthy people. Eating a variety of healthy protein-rich foods—for example an egg with breakfast, some turkey or beans on your salad for lunch, and a piece of salmon or tofu with a whole grain side dish for dinner—will ensure that you get all the protein and protein building-blocks (amino acids) you need. Choose higher-protein foods instead of bulking up with pricey protein shakes or powders, since some of these are loaded with sugar or other additives.   3. Try a meatless Monday—or more. Diets high in plant-based proteins and fats can provide health benefits, so try mixing some vegetarian proteins into your meals. Going meatless can be good for your wallet as well as […]
Jan 19

7 Exercise Myths That Can Derail Your Weight-Loss Goals

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You could keel over from exhaustion (without ever leaving the couch!) trying to make sense of all the advice, often conflicting, in the media on exercise. To help you cut through the confusion and find the right path to losing weight and healthy living, the experts at the Pritikin Longevity Center® & Spa set the record straight on 7 common exercise myths and outline guidelines that are both effective and scientifically-based.   Exercise Myths – #1: The more you sweat, the more pounds you will drop. Fact: Weight loss is not about sweating. It’s about burning calories.   What matters most about losing weight is that at the end of each day you’ve burned more calories than you’ve eaten. You want more calories (energy) “going out” than “going in.” Sure, if you sweat up a storm, you’ll lose a pound or two in water, but it’s temporary. Those pounds go right back on. That’s because sweat has little to do with calories burned. Sweat happens simply because your body’s storing heat, whether while exercising or sunbathing on the shore, and you need to cool off. So if running – and profuse sweating – isn’t your thing, that’s fine.  Walk if you […]
Jan 19

Hack ageing in your 40s with these simple tips

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Here’s how to delay ageing in your 40s Getting stiff on the neck? Feeling drained out of energy? Yes. Read further. These are the acute signs of unchecked ageing or in simple words letting ageing take its course without putting a check on it. Biologically, ageing starts when your body begins going downhill. It can start as early as in one’s 30s or even late 30s or early 40s. No one knows why they get older but at a certain age everybody regrets neglecting their health and habits and giving a free space to ageing. So, here are few tips to put a bar on speedy ageing and if followed religiously can pave the way for healthy ageing:   1. Physical activity As per National Institute of Ageing (NIA), US Department of Health and Human Services, exercise and physical activity are the cornerstone of almost every healthy ageing program. “Scientific evidence suggests that people who exercise regularly not only live longer, they live better. And, being physically active — doing everyday activities that keep your body moving, such as gardening, walking the dog, and taking the stairs instead of the elevator — can help you continue to do the things […]
Jan 19

4 tips for healthy eating over the festive season

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Holidays are a beautiful time of the year we all wait for, and at the same time some of us are low-key afraid of due to possible overindulgence.   With the amount of delicious food and drinks, it might be challenging to stay on top of your healthy daily routine. However, you can still enjoy the holiday season and all the tasty dishes without feeling guilty. Here are a few tips on how to maintain your healthy eating habits during the festive season while living your life to the fullest.   Stay hydrated Staying hydrated is one of the most effective tips to keep yourself from going overboard with heavy, fried, and sweet foods. Having a glass of lukewarm water an hour before you consume a big meal will help your body digest well. Sometimes when we think we are hungry, we are actually thirsty. Even when you feel hungry before meals, have water first, if your hunger subsides, it’s a sign that you were thirsty in the first place.   Plan ahead If you’re heading out for some holiday feasting, make sure you’re not going on an empty stomach. While skipping breakfast and lunch before heading to grandma’s Christmas […]
Jan 18

How to get back into fitness after Christmas: Experts share the hacks to make your New Year exercise routine EASY

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After much needed time to relax with family and friends over Christmas, getting back into your routine in the New Year can be quite the challenge, specifically when it comes to working out. But now experts have revealed five different tips to ease yourself back into a workout routine after the festivities. The team at Fitness Volt told FEMAIL it doesn’t need to be so difficult as tips include personalising your workout will make it more enjoyable and working out with a friend. Meanwhile they also revealed how it can help to ‘set specific times’ around exercising and ‘don’t overexert yourself.’ A spokesperson from Fitness Volt has commented: ‘When it comes to Christmas, the last thing that needs to be on our minds is working out – it’s a time that we wish to be spending with family and friends, and it’s important to make the most of that. ‘However, it can be difficult to find our motivation to get back into it from some time off. ‘Thankfully, there are simple steps that can increase your ambition again as well as make your workout more enjoyable to ensure that you can stick to your fitness routine in the new year […]
Jan 18

Winter pregnancy guide: Tips to follow if you are pregnant during winters

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Winter is one of the best seasons to be pregnant. Not only the weather is nice and pleasant, you have a variety of foods full of nutrition to choose from. However, the season comes with its own set of challenges considering expecting mothers are at risk of various allergies and infections during this time. Wearing appropriate clothing, keeping warm, taking care of hydration and staying active can turn your pregnancy experience into a marvellous and memorable one. Give your day a perfect start Due to the cold winter mornings, you may want to start your day late, but this can affect your health when you are expecting a child. If you are getting up late, there are chances you may want to skip your workout or even breakfast that is an absolute no-no for expecting mothers. It is advisable to begin your routine in a manner that it can accommodate healthy breakfast and suitable exercise regimen for pregnant women. Another mistake that expecting moms may make is not drinking enough water because of not feeling thirsty due to cold weather outside. Have Lemon water, buttermilk, or coconut water if you do not feel like having several glasses of water in […]
Jan 18

9 Amazing Habits of Fitness Freaks That Are Worth Adopting!

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Today we are going to talk about fitness freaks and their common habits. Some people might find these habits annoying but these habits are actually beneficial in the long run. Sometimes, I wonder how they make up their mind and stick to their fitness commitments with immense dedication. I guess this is the only sort of freakishness which should not be concluded as a bad thing ;).   1. They are conscious about their nutrition intake Most of the time, people find it pretty unnecessary and non-beneficial, but fitness fanatics are familiar with the significance of counting the daily nutrient intake. This way, they manage to fulfill the basic nutritional requirement and accomplish a balanced metabolism rate.   2. Usually, they have a weighing machine Some people like to keep a weighing machine so that they can keep a track of rise and fall in their weight. Generally, they are very conscious about their weight gains and they sometimes change their diet plans to achieve an ideal body weight. Most of the fitness freaks prefer to measure their weight on a frequent basis.   3. They are consistent with their workout routine No matter what happens, they strictly follow their […]
Jan 18

Tips To Help You Stay Motivated To Workout During Winter

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Let’s check out tips through which you can motivate yourself to work out routinely through winter.   As the winter weather is setting in, it is getting harder and harder to get out of bed to work out. You are not the only one to feel this way. The water season not only makes us lazy but further slows down weight loss due to a reduction in sweating. No matter how hard it may be, exercising is essential to maintain a healthy routine. In this article, we discuss tips through which you can motivate yourself to work out routinely through winter.   Here are tips to help you stay motivated to workout throughout the winter season:   1. Practice stretching indoors Practicing stretching inside can help increase your body temperature before you step out to work out. This helps reduce feeling cold as soon as you leave your house. Do some brisk stretches before wearing your cold-weather clothing. Before your run or workout, do some leg rotations, butt kicks, or jumping jacks to increase blood flow to your muscles and joints and lower your risk of injury.   2. Set realistic goals Setting goals can be inspiring, but only if […]
Jan 18

HEALTHY LIVING

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Being healthy is empowering. And it isn’t just about looking good, deep down it’s about feeling good and being proud of yourself. However, getting started on the path to healthy living can be overwhelming and seem to be, at times, impossible. But, you shouldn’t let these minor obstacles and disappointments deter you on your path. With a few clear objectives and tips, you’ll be able to reach your goals and begin a brand new life as a newer and healthier you. Most people who start their journey to healthy living feel they need to add a lot of activities and diet changes to their lives to really accomplish anything. And while these things do need to take place, the first step to living a more healthful life is actually removing bad habits from your life. This means, for example, if you smoke, you need to cut down, with an aim to quit. If you drink too much alcohol, starting your healthy life is the perfect excuse to minimize this vice. Cutting out these bad habits will not only jumpstart your new life, but will also make the next few steps easier, as well. Being active is a huge step in […]
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