Posted on May 9, 2010
Cheese provides valuable amounts of protein, calcium and vitamins B12, A and D. A popular high-protein food with vegetarians, cheese is also high in calories, having twice the number of many carbohydrate and protein foods. It's also high in fat - the kind of saturated fat we should try and limit, so cheese should be eaten in moderation.
Creme fraiche is a French-style soured cream, which does not curdle when boiled so it is ideal stirred into hot dishes. It will also whip, adding a light piquancy to desserts. However, like double cream, it is quite high in fat (35 to 40 percent) so use it sparingly.
Fromage frais is a smooth, lightly tangy, lower fat to virtually fat-free 'cream', ideal for use in dressings, baked potatoes and desserts.
Posted on November 28, 2009
Sometimes when you're desperate to lose those extra 10 or 12 pounds for a special reason, you're tempted to look around for what seems like the quickest weight loss method that sounds like it may work. This is the main reason why the 3 day tuna diet is so popular, if you already enjoy eating tuna, then it can't be so bad to eat a little more of it in order to drop those stubborn pounds, right?
For those of you who don't like or can't eat tuna, you may be wondering: is there a substitute for tuna in the 3 day diet? Well, you are allowed to have a very small amount of chicken, peanut butter and vegetables, if that counts.
Posted on August 16, 2009
Most of us have a tendency to put on weight in one particular place. Whether we have fat thighs, flabby arms or a potbelly, it's important to tackle these problem areas - not just to look better but, more importantly, to avoid the health risks associated with them.
Ankles
Chunky ankles are often the result of water retention before your period. Check by pressing your thumb against your ankle - if the skin springs back when you remove your thumb, it's fat; if you can see a dent, it's fluid. Persistently swollen ankles can be a sign of heart disease, liver problems, kidney failure or thrombosis.
Posted on June 30, 2009
By now, most of you should know that to lose weight as quickly as possible, you need a combination of exercising and dieting. Types of exercise can range from walking to sports like tennis to mountain climbing. You should choose an exercise program that suits your physical conditions. As you go through your exercise regime, you need to boost your bodys energy level and keep it nourished by eating proper food. Foods that will keep you healthy as well as help you to lose weight.
When planning your weight loss meals, be sure to include the following list of foods. They provide the necessary vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, fibre and essential amino acids etc. They are grouped into starches, fruits, vegetables, proteins and fats.
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Read the full post (384 words, estimated 1:32 mins reading time)Posted on June 28, 2009
One of the hardest nutrition programs to put together is a mass-gaining plan for the formerly fat guy or the person who continually wrestles with bodyfat. The problem: whenever the individual's mass gains start to kick in, lo and behold, he starts to balloon up and add too much bodyfat. It's a never-ending struggle and exercise in frustration.
So just how do I put together a mass-gaining plan that promises mass without the unwanted blubber? It requires three carefully honed steps.
Upsize/Downsize
Posted on December 27, 2008
The abundant use of olives and extra virgin olive oil truly defines the traditional Mediterranean Diet. In fact it is the principal fat source and the culinary foundation for Mediterranean cuisine.
Why?
For centuries, olive oil has been a major player in the low incidence of heart disease among Mediterranean populations. Extensive research has shown that olive oil not only prevents damage to your arteries, but it also reverses high levels of cholesterol in your blood and lowers blood pressure.
Here’s the proof…
Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil is an Irreplaceable Source of Fat When It Comes to Your Heart
In a study conducted by Montoya and associates, participants followed four types of diets for a five-week period:
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Mediterranean Diet: Why You Should Make Extra Virgin Olive Oil Part Of Your Diet
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Read the full post (816 words, estimated 3:16 mins reading time)Posted on November 24, 2008
Obesity is defined “clinically” as being 30 pounds or more over your ideal weight and is recognized, in North America – especially the U.S., to be a major killer taking 300,000 lives each year from heart attack, stroke, cancer and diabetes which have ALL been strongly linked to obesity. 300,000 people die each year because they are fat.
Think about that a minute and put that in proper perspective.
52,000+ American soldiers died in Viet Nam during that 10 year war…
35,000+ Americans die each year from car collisions
100,000+ Americans die each year from prescription drugs
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The Top 3 Things You Can Do, Starting Right Now, To Lose Weight And Win The Battle Against Obesity
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We can grow old graciously fighting the aging process and winning. Exercise and good nutrition are critical to our well being, today and in our later years. Let’s find out…
Muscle Endurance & Strength Training Many physiologists and researchers consider muscle conditioning to be the true fountain of youth, the “magic pill” to reverse or prevent a significant portion of the aging process. A good number of the changes people experience as they age are due to a loss of muscle mass. If we can maintain a significant amount of muscle tissue, we can expect to age much more slowly. Research indicates that general strength training can achieve the following results.
Posted on November 13, 2008
Fat loss; can you achieve it? Yes, but only if you want to and are determined, with help, to do so. Not JUST for someone else but for you, and for you alone. It is imperative that you get the correct information .Fat loss is about diet and exercise. One is no good without the other. There must be achievable results, don’t set the bar too high, it is much better to start with a low target, reach it, feel a sense of achievement and happiness and move that bar a little higher.
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Fat Loss - How To Achieve It And Lose Weight
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