You’ve adopted more balanced eating habits and led a healthier and more active lifestyle gymnastics part of your daily routine to get rid of extra pounds. However, the number on the scale doesn’t “drop” and you wonder what you’re doing wrong and not seeing progress. Why are you not losing weight? While every effort you … Read more
No matter what diet we choose, protein, and especially its adequate intake, is something we usually worry about. It is important for us as it provides macronutrients energy in addition to being fuel for the growth and repair of tissues and organs, it helps create hormones and enzymes in our body. Protein is made up … Read more
Let’s start from the beginning: Hormones and diet. Nutrition and hormones. How “close” is their relationship? (It will remain with us until we finish reading: A lot!). The relationship between hormones and nutrition has been a concern of the scientific community for many years. Some hormones have even been specifically studied for their effects on … Read more
In recent years, beets have become quite popular and have not been left out of the discussions of runners and cyclists who want to improve their athletic performance and become faster. Many choose to consume beetroot juice, while others choose to consume it whole. However, can they really make a difference in athletes’ speed? Benefits … Read more
People who consume at least 1/4 of processed red meat (such as pork) daily (about 2 servings per week) have a higher risk of developing dementia than those who consume less than 1 serving, according to a new scientific study. / 10 of a daily serving equals about 3 servings per month. Research also suggests … Read more
As scientists and health professionals recognize its many benefits, the debate surrounding vegetarianism is ever-increasing. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Institute for Cancer Research advocate eating more plant-based foods. In addition, climate change is sounding the alarm, more and more scientists are recommending the reduction of animal feed and plant growth. … Read more
Snacks are an integral part of a healthy diet because, among other things, they can help increase nutrient intake, keep our energy high, and help us recover after exercise. One of the best snack options is almonds. Here are some reasons that will convince you to include them in your diet: For almonds… Better mood … Read more
Experts recommend limiting it to less than 10% of our daily calories. If you want to not only feel but look young, cut extra sugar from your diet. A new study reveals that the body’s cells age prematurely. In fact, this happens even if your diet is otherwise healthy, the researchers clarify. Conversely, if you … Read more
Tomato and cucumber salads can help you lose weight by satisfying hunger without too many calories He is one of the stars of the summer. Cucumber tomato, as we call tomato-cucumber combo everyday, with or without other ingredients, can be rich in important nutrients like potassium and vitamin C, and can help you lose weight … Read more
Advice from nutrition consultant Paolo Bianchini: avoid sugary foods and drinks When we lose heat energy, what is good to eat? Seasonal fruit? Or olives, eggs and meat seasoned with butter and salt? The question is deliberately tricky, because instinctively most will focus on herbal products. Especially those that contain more sugar, starting with cherries, … Read more