Tag: weight gain
-
5 Reasons Why You Need To Detox Post Diwali
It’s hard to be virtuous about your diet when you’re surrounded by mounds of glistening laddoos, creamy barfi and crispy fried namkeen treats. Don’t stress out too much if you’ve overindulged during Diwali, because all you need to do is follow a detox regimen to get back to your healthy, happy self. In a nutshell,…
-
The Health Benefits of Seeds – Why You Need to Eat Them
Seeds, often overlooked as mere components of plants, hold a wealth of nutritional treasures that can greatly contribute to our overall health and well-being. These tiny powerhouses pack an impressive nutritional punch, offering an array of essential nutrients, healthy fats, and unique bioactive compounds. From chia to flax, pumpkin to sunflower, and beyond, the world…
-
Do Crash Diets Work? The Risks associated with it
The word ‘crash’ in Crash Diets should give an inkling about their success rate. While you may be tempted by the promise of weight loss in a week’s time, know that in the long term, they are bound to fail. While there is greater awareness about the importance of a balanced exercise and diet plan…
-
Seeds May Prevent Weight Gain
Seeds may be tiny, but they’re packed with nutrients such as protein, fiber, iron, vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. They may also be good for your waistline, a recent study shows. The study, conducted by researchers from Harvard School of Public Health and published in an August issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology, revealed…
-
Can too much fruit lead to weight gain?
We’re all of the opinion that fruits are healthy and can keep you fit and strong as they contain anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber. But can overeating certain kinds of fruit lead to weight gain? As most fruits contain high amounts of natural sugar, if you do not watch out, these can be converted into…