Monthly Archive: August 2024

Myths and Facts about Dieting 0

Myths and Facts about Dieting

Some myths that need to be busted are that skipping meals will help you lose weight; that certain foods have the power to burn fat; and that you won’t lose weight if Dieting myths...

Healthy Snacking: Choosing the Right Foods 0

Healthy Snacking: Choosing the Right Foods

Most people have a negative perception of snacking, believing it to be unhealthy. However, when done properly, snacking can help to stop overeating at main meals and provide your body with energy during the...

The Role of Fiber in Weight Management 0

The Role of Fiber in Weight Management

Fibre is a friend of weight loss: it keeps you full, keeps your stomach from growling, and keeps spiralling blood sugar down   Fibre comes from plants, and there are two classes of fibre: soluble...

Nutrition Tips for Weight Loss 0

Nutrition Tips for Weight Loss

Simply stated, four factors control weight loss: decrease intake of total calories, increase intake of calories from nutrient-dense food, decrease intake of calories from fat and sugar, and take smaller bites at the table....

The Role of Macronutrients in Your Diet

The Role of Macronutrients in Your Diet

Macronutrients are the three nutrients the body needs in large quantities; they’re carbohydrates, protein and fats, each with a unique biological role and specific importance for maintaining energy and health. Carbohydrates:  Function: Carbohydrates are...