People who eat healthy, mostly unprocessed foods, including fruit, vegetables, whole grains, legumes (lentils, dry beans and peas), reduced-fat dairy, and limited amounts of lean animal protein (fish, chicken, and lean cuts of other meats), often find that they can eat as much as they want without gaining weight.
Read More"Junk food" generally refers to foods that contribute a lot of calories but little nutritional value. They are often high in fat, sugar and sodium. As junk foods are low in satiety, people do not tend to feel full which ultimately leads to over eating.
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Eating disorders, can affect anyone - male or female (contrary to popular belief, eating disorders are not just a "woman's problem"). They can also affect both the overweight and thin/slim. However, the important thing to note is that eating disorders are treatable; becoming aware of the problem and seeking help at the right time is crucial in working through the illness.
Read MoreIn a memorable and thought provoking speech, Bryan Dyson, the then CEO of Coca Cola said: "Imagine life as a game in which you are juggling some five balls in the air. You name them - work, family, health, friends and spirit and you're keeping all of these in the air. The four Balls - family, health, friends and spirit - are made of glass. If you drop one of these; they will be irrevocably scuffed, marked, nicked, damaged or even shattered. They will never be the same. You must understand that and strive for balance in your life''.
Read MoreWe often forget to give priority to self-care and managing our own stress; it is only when things take on a frightening turn, like heart trouble or deep anxiety levels, that we get concerned and go to a doctor. The simple yet effective tips in this article should help you become aware of your own reactions to stress and take appropriate action before it impacts you negatively.
Read MoreVolunteering is usually described as the act of giving of oneself to benefit others. However most of us will be surprised to know that volunteering is as much about receiving as it is about giving. It is a "selfish" act that actually keeps the body healthy.
Read MoreA cigarette contains approximately 8 to 20 milligrams of nicotine, of which 1 mg is absorbed into the bloodstream. Research suggests that through the use of cigarettes, cigars, gutkas, pan masalas etc, nicotine has become one of the most heavily used addictive drugs.
Read MoreAre you or someone close to you, struggling to get into or move ahead in a relationship where there is a wide difference in age between the partners? Learn more about the aspects of age gap, pros and cons to it and how to take it further. This could be beneficial to begin the journey as well.
Read MoreSome relationships are not made in heaven and certainly not meant to last "till death do us apart" . If you think you are in such a relationship, it might be better to pull the plug now rather than regretting it later. Of course, like most things in life, it is easier said than done - there are several reasons why people stick on in impossible relationships, perhaps hoping for a miracle that would make things better
Read MoreA happy and balanced relationship involves a great amount of mutual respect, openness, accountability and genuine appreciation for each another. This article will help you find out what can lead to an unhealthy relationship or identify those signs before it happens to you as well.
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