Fruit are a fantastic energy source. Sweet and juicy, they are full of natural sugars, that are broken down quickly into glucose, which the body then uses as a quick energy source. In this article we take a look at 4 fruits that can help boost your energy levels and the best way to add them to your diet.
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Summer is a perfect time not only to get the body into a great shape but also to review your health, fitness and overall wellbeing, so you can enjoy summer holidays with your friends and family, feeling and looking at your best.
We have invited experienced nutritionist and a premium professional chef Oto Zemnieks to share with us a recipe of a light yet energizing summer salad.
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The foods we eat have big effects on our health and quality of life. From disease risk to brain function and physical performance, a healthy diet is vital for every aspect of life.
Although eating healthy can be fairly simple, the rise in popular "diets" and dieting trends has caused confusion. Often if we are trying to eat well, 'low-fat products' might sound very attractive, however, these foods aren't always as healthy as we might think.
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We all want to have a flat stomach, but do you know that abdominal fat is the most difficult to deal with? You work out, you try to adopt healthy diet habits, but you don’t see visible results in the mirror. Stubborn belly fat is still there, and it seems that it doesn’t plan to go anywhere.
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Let’s be honest, most of us love chocolate! But could dark chocolate be your secret weapon for weight loss? It might be! Dark chocolate as a treat can help support your weight loss efforts in a few ways. First of all, it’s very low on the glycemic index, which means that it won’t cause sugar spikes. Keeping insulin levels steady is very important to weight loss.
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Going vegan provides not only health benefits, but also a great way to lose weight. Almost every woman has tried some sort of diet in their past, and many even go so far as to starve themselves in order to lose weight, only to realize that they gained all the weight back once they started to eat “normally” again. Here are a few ideas on how to improve your health and to sculpt your perfect ballet body:
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“Boosting the metabolism” may very well be the “holy grail” of the fitness industry. Fortunately, there are several tried and true methods to accomplish this. Exercise, for instance, is arguably the most potent tool in the metabolism-boosting toolbox. Indeed, certain types of exercise can boost metabolism for hours after exercise. Even better, they can lead to long-term increases in resting metabolic rate by building calorie-burning muscle.
Increasing the amount of non-exercise activity—such as walking, doing yard work, dancing, taking the stairs, and moving throughout the day—is another effective way to increase daily energy expenditure.
Believe it or not, the food you eat—or don’t eat—can also have a significant impact on metabolism. For example, under-eating can lead to reduced metabolic rate. Meanwhile, certain metabolism-boosting foods and drinks help boost metabolic rate.
Here are five metabolism-boosting foods at the top of the list:
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Summer is here and so is the time to give your body the right amount of delicious nutrients to reach your perfectly toned figure. These salads will make you happy and healthy! Enjoy!
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Fat makes you fat? Not true, of course. In fact, healthy fats can extend your life, studies show, and they actually give your skin—and even your brain—a boost.
But should you really add butter to your coffee? Are supplements the best way to get your fill of fatty acids? While fat is no longer demonized as a diet no-no, there are still a lot of misconceptions out there.
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These simple swaps reduce the intake of calories painlessly and not only are they delicious, but they can make a big difference on your scale too.
Complete diet makeovers can be tedious and overwhelming. The better choice is to focus on small simple changes, which makes healthy eating more manageable and sustainable over the long term and helps you slim down in a fun way.
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Morning oats are an incredibly nourishing way to start the day, especially when paired with antioxidant-rich-turmeric and black pepper. Great nutritious start will allow you to stay active during day, enjoy exercise classes & any other sport activities you may undertake.
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A refreshing salad, perfect for a warm summer's day, drizzled with olive oil for extra flavour:
Did you know that avocados contain more potassium than bananas? An essential nutrient for the nervous system, low levels of potassium can cause stress & anxiety.
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Not only is this tasty Chia Pudding recipe jam-packed with tropical flavor, but it’s a healthy, balanced breakfast or snack option that will keep you full all morning or until your next meal thanks to fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
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Fruit are a fantastic energy source. Sweet and juicy, they are full of natural sugars, that are broken down quickly into glucose, which the body then uses as a quick energy source. In this article we take a look at 4 fruits that can help boost your energy levels and the best way to add them to your diet.
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Pineapple is more than just a delicious tropical fruit — it offers significant health benefits as well. In fact, it’s been used in folk medicine since ancient times. It could calm hayfever, aid digestion, supports the immune system, contains a nutrient powerhouse of it’s anti-inflammatory as well as antioxidant elements, being super versatile and can work well in any meal.
Let’s have a look at all these wonderful benefits in more detail and try a delicious recipe at the end.
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