Do you get anxious or excited about food during the holidays? It starts with Halloween eating all the sweets, then big Thanksgiving meals, and then weeks leading up to Christmas with the temptations everywhere, and then the big day arrives with Christmas Day, and then the leftovers and alcohol fueled week between Christmas and New Year. When does it stop? There is another way … [Read more...]
Pistachios and Belly Fat: Is There a Link?
Are you going nuts for nuts? Are you worried that you are eating too many nuts and gaining belly fat? You might be concerned about the high calories and fats in nuts. Have no fear, eating nuts can actually be good for reducing belly fat. We are going to dive into pistachios in this article to understand the link between these nuts and belly fat. Research shows that humans have … [Read more...]
Losing Weight After 40: A Woman’s Guide
If you’re over 40, you may be noticing your body is looking and feeling differently. Perhaps you are questioning how to lose weight as it seems easier to gain weight and harder to lose it compared to a few years ago. Changes in hormones, activity levels, lifestyle, eating habits, and stress management can all be contributing to the change in your body. We are going to discover … [Read more...]
Are Nuts Fattening?
Nuts are healthy as they are packed with nutrients and incredible health benefits. At the same time, nuts are high in calories and fat, which can cause people to avoid eating them for fear of gaining body fat. Are you one of those people who avoids eating nuts because you are scared of getting fat from eating them? We are going to debunk this fear and myth, so that you can eat … [Read more...]
Beware of Artificial Sweeteners Side Effects
In the world of health, diets and nutrition, you may have heard the supposed dangers of too much sugar and turned to artificial sweeteners in your daily cup of tea and coffee instead. However, is this a healthy choice? Let’s take a look at artificial sweetener side effects to understand the pros and cons to make an informed choice for your health. What are the Negative … [Read more...]