The chemicals in soda fall under the categories of artificial flavorings, artificial color additives and dyes, acidifying agents, buffering agents, viscosity-producing agents, foaming agents, and preservatives. Drinking as little as one can of soda a day -- regular or diet -- is associated with a 48% increased risk of metabolic syndrome, a key predecessor of heart … [Read more...]
Easy Ways To Trim Down The Fat
Fat provides twice as many calories as protein or carbohydrates. The most effective way of cutting the calories in your diet is therefore simple. It is to use low-fat ingredients, such as white fish and chicken, and low-fat alternatives wherever possible, such as reduced-fat cheese and skimmed milk. One easy option to slim down fat in your meal would be to fill your shopping … [Read more...]
Teenage Obesity On Rise: Time To Take Action
Doctors recommend consistent exercise in combination with healthy eating as the best way for growing females to lose weight safely and keep it off. Besides, gaining control over the body at a younger age helps in future years when losing extra weight gets tougher. According to research released by the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, junk food ads on TV may be a … [Read more...]
Dieting Is Bad News For Teenagers
Over the past 30 years, the rate of childhood obesity has more than doubled, and the rate of adolescent obesity has quadrupled. Eating disorders (EDs) are the third most common chronic condition in adolescents, after obesity and asthma. Most adolescents misinterpret what “healthy eating” and engage in unhealthy behaviors, such as skipping meals or using fad diets in an … [Read more...]
Get Ready To Stretch
A fitness injury can be painful, inconvenient, and ruin your exercise routine. Thankfully, though, there are ways to keep your body in top condition at every workout. In addition to practicing equipment safety, and proper form, you can significantly cut your risk of injury by regularly stretching your muscles. Stretching should never be done immediately after resting for a … [Read more...]
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