Tag: weight loss
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Indrani’s battle against hypothyroidism and weight loss
Weighing 10 pounds at birth, Indrani Mishra had always been on the heavier side! “I can’t recall a time when I was lean or thin,” says Indrani, a 34-year-old lawyer from Asansol, West Bengal. “Hormonal imbalance caused due to hypothyroidism, and my love for junk food prevented me from controlling my eating habits, which eventually…
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Olive Oil vs Coconut Oil: The Healthy Option
It’s hard to keep up with cooking oil fads. Even as India’s olive oil obsession continues to grow, there’s a new contender for the “world’s healthiest oil” title. Only this time, it’s a desi favourite – coconut oil. Coconut oil has been a staple in south Indian cooking since time immemorial, but it’s become a…
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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,…
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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…
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Best protein powder for weight loss and muscle gain
Proteins, the building blocks of life, are an important fuel source. They help the body repair existing cells and make new ones. They’re even more important if you’re looking to bulk up, lose weight or just improve your overall appearance, and fitness levels. How? When digested, protein is broken down into various amino acids that…