Tag: healthier lifestyle

After a long, hard day at work, do you pour yourself a drink to take the edge off? It may be time to put a cork in it. Experts say that drinking in moderation — two drinks a day for men, one for women — is good for health. But few people stop to think…

You’ve packed in protein, covered your carbs and cooked your meal in good fats. But have you added fiber? Most of us (if not most) tend to ignore this equally important ingredient for good health. Fibre is not just essential for an easy (and satisfactory) trip to the loo, first thing in the morning, studies…

A few years back, no one knew what metabolic syndrome was. These days, it’s as widespread as the common cold. What exactly is this condition that also goes by the mysterious name of Syndrome X? Metabolic syndrome is a grouping of risk factors such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and…

There was a time when mom was the one who inspired you to new heights. Now, it’s your turn to motivate her to adopt a healthier lifestyle. This Mother’s Day, make it your mission to get mom off the couch. She may complain at first, but once it grows on her, she will find it…