Body fat is necessary as it protects your organs, insulates, and stores energy. However, excess body fat like thigh fat is abnormal and results in multiple diseases. It includes heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic health conditions. This is also crucial to note that fat distribution in the body does not have […]

A significant increase in blood volume, amniotic fluid, and a growing baby add to the mother’s total body weight. Women who are already overweight or suffering from obesity will eventually gain some weight during pregnancy. However, they can lose problematic body fat and get rid of weight-related complications via safe applied methods & naturally during […]

Fat-free mass, sometimes conflated with lean body mass, includes your body’s water, organs, bone, and muscle content. In other words, it refers to all of your body components except fat. However, fat-free mass refers primarily to muscle mass, especially while considering body composition and weight management. Most people are now trying to achieve a higher […]

Artificial sweeteners are synthetic food additives that act as a substitute for table sugar and have the same sweet taste with a significantly lower calorific (energy) content. The requirement for artificial sweeteners is rising due to the sudden spread of lifestyle disorders such as obesity, diabetes, etc. In addition, lifestyle disorders have become more prevalent […]

Excess weight and obesity can be detrimental to both physical and mental health. Yet, losing weight can be a stressful journey, especially if one does not see results at a fast pace. The good news is that you are not alone if you are overweight and struggle to lose a few extra pounds. The World […]

Imli, also known as tamarind, is a tropical fruit used in Asian, Caribbean, Middle Eastern and Mexican cuisines. The tangy taste of distinct south Indian curries comes to mind when you think of tamarind. After all, it serves as a flavouring and a souring agent. You can also incorporate tamarind in dips, candies, desserts, jams, […]

We come across friends, family, peers, and colleagues. The majority of them want to lose weight. Unfortunately, due to lifestyle changes and food intake, people are gaining weight across age groups. However, weight loss is more challenging than gaining weight. Somehow, the weight creeps in through our bodies, and when we realise that we are […]

Going on a weight loss journey can be difficult and emotional. And, if you think that you are doing everything correctly, it can be highly frustrating when you don’t lose weight. Motivation also plays a key role when you make significant changes to your lifestyle and strive to work towards a healthy body weight. However, […]

Rumour has it that lecithin is claimed to be effective for weight loss, but is it hundred percent true? We are afraid it is not so! Here we talk about lecithin and how it helps  in weight loss (even if it does marginally). Also, we delve into the benefits and side effects of lecithin, other […]

People tend to assume that obesity is synonymous with ill health. It is a common belief that thin individuals are healthy, while people with obesity are not. It might be valid to some extent. However, someone with obesity needs not necessarily develop atherosclerosis, insulin resistance, or other metabolic complications. Such people have metabolically healthy obesity. […]

Men and women aren’t all built the same. They have different fitness goals in mind and varying nutritional requirements. For instance, an average man requires 2,500 calories a day, and a woman needs 2,000 calories. What works for a woman might not work for a man. Most women, generally, wish to look thinner, less muscular, […]

In recent times, obesity has become a significant challenge. With the information regarding the health risks of obesity and associated causes, people are moving towards making changes in their lifestyles. People worldwide are trying to change their lifestyle by modifying their dietary habits and meal plans and following various exercise regimens.  Lifestyle changes have indeed […]

‘You decided to eat healthy and lose weight, and have started by making a meal plan for the whole week. But as the time for lunch, lunch or dinner set in, you begin to feel an insatiable hunger, and the cravings set in. Mainly, this is the point when the majority of your plans to […]

Spices form an integral part of Indian cuisines. People add them to main course meals like curry and biryani, desserts and beverages. Even cuisines prepared outside India contain spices in abundance. Historically, spices brought traders from across the globe to India centuries ago. Spices serve a variety of purposes apart from flavour and taste. For […]

Pine nuts are the most loved buttery treats of the winter season with the goodness of heart-friendly fats and minerals. Pine nuts are also called pignolia or pignoli nuts. Despite the name, pine nuts are seeds. Hence, you can call them either nuts or seeds. Pine nuts come with a hefty price tag due to […]

Are you frustrated about gaining weight but not knowing the reason behind it? You are certainly not alone. While overindulging is often the most crucial element leading to weight gain, other variables, such as stress, life stages, job, and even gender, all play a role. A sedentary lifestyle is no doubt a leading cause of weight gain […]

In the realm of nutrition, there are certain superfoods that stand out due to their remarkable health benefits and versatility. One such extraordinary ingredient that has captivated palates and nourished civilizations for centuries is the humble olive. Beyond being a culinary delight, olives are bursting with an array of nutrients, making them an essential component […]

According to the world health organisation, in 2016, more than 1.9 billion adults were overweight or obese. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle might be difficult if you have a busy and stressful existence. Many factors like stress, unhealthy eating, dependence on devices, sedentary lifestyle and easy availability of fast food have contributed to belly fat.  One […]

Nuts refer to dry fruits that are mainly single-seeded. Although nuts generally have a high oil content, they are also highly rich in fibre, healthy fat, vitamins, and plant protein. In addition, nuts have a hard, leathery, textured protective shell around them. Nuts are defined as hazelnuts, pecans, and chestnuts. However, as per botanical definition, […]

We often see a lot of our clients frustrated with their weight loss. They try really hard to avoid candy, sugary drinks and soda but they still don’t get the results they’d like. It’s so easy to get frustrated and want to throw in the towel altogether. While diet culture may have influenced you to […]

Sweet corn is one of the simplest and purest delights of summer. Popping it makes an ideal snack for movies or events and rolling its flour gives the crunchiest tortilla wraps. But do not let the sweetness of the corn trick you. If you associate sweet corn with high calories, you might be mistaken about […]

The world today runs on screens. From students to the people working in the office, everyone is living a sedentary lifestyle. It means most people today are doing little to no physical activities, hence burning no additional calories other than their BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate). In the modern-day scenario, where we are always on the […]

Does embarking on a weight loss journey mean giving up your sweets, French fries and red meat? Not necessarily. Creating space for better nutrition doesn’t necessarily require a total overhaul or giving up on your favourite foods. Here are seven food swaps that may help you in cutting down on unhealthy calories. 1. Eggs or […]

Getting fit and in shape is something that we all desire. However, our hectic lifestyle and wrong food habits make it almost impossible for us to stay healthy. But as they say, it is never too late to turn things around in your life. So start now, start at whatever age you are, whichever place […]

Are you struggling to perform your basic everyday tasks or just inherently feeling unhealthy? Then it’s time to hop on a healthy weight loss routine.  This pandemic and the new work from the home routine have added a few extra inches to the waistline for some of us. With the new sedentary lifestyle, sitting for […]

An uncontrollable pang for a certain type of food is something that everyone has gone through at some point. Be it at 3 am for some ice cream or at 7 pm for some junk food, we have all been there, haven’t we? Food cravings come in all shapes and sizes but unfortunately they are […]

Obesity is a complicated disease that is affecting more and more people everyday. It isn’t simply a body image concern, it is a medical condition that can lead to serious illnesses if not treated. The fact is, some people are genetically predisposed to this condition but for others it’s through years and years of poor eating […]

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese treatment method that focuses on target points around the body, to which pressure is to be applied. In simpler terms, acupressure is similar to acupuncture with the use of needles in the latter being the difference between the two. Acupressure has been used for centuries to treat a myriad of […]

If you are experiencing weight fluctuations, fret not! because they are extremely normal. In fact, an average person’s body weight will fluctuate 5-6 pounds throughout the day. Sometimes weight fluctuations can seem unusual. If you experience fluctuating weight by 6 pounds in either direction over a period of 6 months, there may be a more serious […]

What is Aerobic Exercise? Aerobic exercise is a moderately intense physical activity, which improves your cardio respiratory fitness and your overall health. Aerobic exercise counts as a stipulated physical activity that causes you to breathe hard and sweat. This exercises has a continuous beat or rhythm to it which indulges all your large muscle groups. […]