If you feel like the price of groceries has gotten out of control, you’re not going crazy. Prices have indeed gone up in the last three months, by almost 11%. This is largely due to panic buying and factory shutdowns earlier in the year, but prices are still rising (albeit more slowly). In July, food […]
6 Factors That Can Affect How Many Calories You Burn
A commonly known formula for weight loss is burning more calories than you consume. The weight-loss formula is simple, but the process of losing weight and keeping it off is more complicated than a math problem because there are several factors that can affect food intake and how many calories are burned during exercise. Therefore, […]
12 Tips for Mindful Eating During the Holidays
The holiday season is a time of year when people tend to indulge in food. It can be easy to get caught up in celebratory feasts and nostalgic treats and forget about eating regular, balanced meals. This time of year, people are more likely to mindlessly eat because they are distracted by being in new […]
What is protein, and why is it important?
Some factors that affect how much protein you need are how active you are, how old you are, how much muscle you have, and how healthy you are. Not getting enough protein will have negative impacts on your health and body composition. However, opinions regarding how much protein you need vary. The National Academy of […]
How lifestyle, daily routine affect blood sugar
There are many factors that can affect your blood sugar levels, making it difficult to keep them within the range recommended by your doctor. Some of these factors are listed below. Food Healthy eating habits are necessary for living a healthy life in general, but it is especially important for people with diabetes to be […]
Mindful Eating for Beginners
In our fast-paced society, it’s easy to forget to take the time to eat mindfully. Eating can feel like a burden you have to deal with, but if you take the time to be aware of what you’re consuming, it can be a more enjoyable experience. This guide is for anyone who wants to improve […]
Weight Loss Myths You Probably Believe
Some scientists offer mice and rats a spread of junk food and find that only some overeat and become obese, while others maintain a normal body size. Obesity rates have increased dramatically in the US and around the world due to the availability of cheap, high calorie foods. Not everyone who overeats and becomes overweight […]
A Different Way to Think about Losing Weight
I wonder if the world of weight loss would be improved if instead of diet companies, magazines, and TV shows telling us how easy it is to lose weight if we do x, y, and z, they told us how hard it will be. Because here is weight loss in a nutshell: Eating less is […]
15 Steps For Lasting Weight Loss and Wellness
If your doctor recommends that you lose weight, there are some tips that can help you do so in asafe and healthy way. The most effective method for long-term weight management is to lose 1-2 pounds per week steadily. Being hungry or unsatisfied are major reasons why people have a hard time sticking to healthier […]
12 Unconventional Ways to Extend Your Life (Backed by Science)
I have written about how you can make your life seem longer by slowing down the apparent passage of time. I have written about some things that can predict a long life, but not necessarily cause one. Today, I am going to describe several ways to extend your life that are not typical or commonly […]
17 Reasons You’re Overeating (And How to Stop!)
If you’re constantly overeating, it may be because you’re sleep-deprived, stressed, have demanding relatives, or your hormones are out of balance. If you’re worried about overeating, here are some tips from top nutritionists. Be aware of your portion sizes, even with healthy foods, and try to maintain healthy eating habits as you age. 1. […]
