The average person needs a recommended intake of 2000 calories per day which should consist of about 225 to 325 grams of carbs. But carbs have long been determined an enemy of weight loss. The battle against carbohydrates resulted in the creation of various types of special diets aimed at significantly reducing daily carb intake. The ketogenic diet is one that is very low in carbs and quite high in fats. It is becoming increasingly popular because it promotes gaining muscle mass and reducing body fat by virtually omitting carbohydrates. One suggested rule of thumb is to consume foods with…
Author: Anna
Thanksgiving is that time of the year when families meet to give thanks for all their blessings throughout the year. And, yes, it’s a time for eating all kinds of delicious foods. You may already sense your mouth watering at the mere thought of stuffed turkey waiting to be carved, butter drizzled over mashed potato served with gravy, and sweet potato pie patiently awaiting its turn to be gobbled down for dessert. This holiday is also a time when some people inadvertently jumpstart their weight gain due to overeating. Watching calories go out the window as they go for plate…
Overeating can have negative consequences on your health, so imagine how much of a risk this is during Thanksgiving dinner. Meeting with family and loved ones and enjoying all kinds of delicious foods are highlights of this annual celebration. Who could resist the temptation of turkey with stuffing, green bean casserole, glazed ham, candied yam, pumpkin pie, and other sumptuous delicacies begging to be devoured. Beware! While this time of year is often used as an excuse to eat all you can, you may regret it later. Here are 12 ways in which overeating during the holidays can adversely impact…
As much as we would like to deny it, humans desire closeness and intimacy to satisfy their emotional needs. We often envisage the perfect romance with the “right” person. But the truth is, finding the “right” person and staying together can be a job by itself. Relationships and marriages that are healthy and long-lasting are usually those in which the partners are committed to and supportive of each other, use communication for solving problems, and practice good habits. As a matter of fact, romantic partners hardly talk anymore to solve problems. Many of them look elsewhere for coping mechanisms and…