Understanding food labels is not as difficult as decoding the Da Vinci Code. It’s a much simpler affair but one can get lost in the amount of literature printed on product packages. When everybody is pressed on time and you have a huge list of grocery shopping, it is difficult to understand what the food labels mean. So what do you do? Choose wisely Food labels have all the necessary information about the ingredients present in a product. You can choose products wisely and keep a check on the number of ingredients that are supposed to be taken in limited quantities; such as fats, sugars, pres ..read more

It’s most likely safe to say at this point that we all know sugar is bad for our health, correct? We understand that we should not consume it regularly; however, that is often much more straight forward said than done. Spread along to understand how to lose weight and beat sugar cravings. Add Extra Protein to Your Diet Protein deficiency can contribute to sugar cravings as the body searches for a quick energy source. Adding protein to each supper guarantees that the body has fuel to get to and keeps up an enduring glucose level, preventing any spikes and accidents. Learn to Read Labels Thinkin ..read more

Low carb diet as the name suggests limits or restricts carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are calorie-providing macronutrient found in many foods like grains, starchy fruits, and vegetables. The low-carb diet limits carbohydrates and emphasizes on increasing protein and fats in the diet. There are several types of low carb diets, each varying in type and amount of carbohydrates included in the diet. The idea behind the low-carb diet is that decreasing carbs lowers insulin levels, which causes the body to burn stored fat for energy and ultimately leads to weight loss. How Does Low–Carb Diet Help? Gen ..read more

Veganism has gained a lot of popularity in recent times. However, veganism is not just a diet but also a philosophy to live by. Being on a vegan diet means avoiding all products i.e. food, clothing, and others that are derived or sourced from animals. Veganism initiated as a movement to end animal cruelty and exploitation. a vegan diet is entirely plant-based avoiding all animal foods such as meat (including fish, shellfish and insects), dairy, eggs, and honey. Most vegans will also avoid the use of all personal and household products tested on animals, and avoid purchasing and using all anima ..read more

Carbohydrates are a major food source and a key form of energy for most organisms. carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy. They are called carbohydrates because, at the chemical level, they contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. There are three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fats. Macronutrients are required by the body in large amounts and are essential for the proper functioning of the body. Macronutrients should be provided through diet as they cannot be produced within the body. Types Of Carbohydrates There are three main types of carbohydrates found in foods:- Mon ..read more

Know All About The Glycemic Index Carbohydrates are the energy giving food group and are an essential part of our diet. However, in recent times carbohydrates have been under scrutiny for all the lifestyle diseases it is linked to. One thing we should understand is that not all carbohydrates are equal. There are two types of carbohydrates -simple and complex. The simple and complex carbohydrates differ in their chemical structure and rate at which they are digested, absorbed and metabolized in the body. Simple carbohydrates are smaller molecules which are rapidly digested and metabolized where ..read more

THE KETO DIET- A FAD OR FACT  The ketogenic diet or the keto-diet is turning heads a lot of heads. With its popularity amongst celebrity and your favorite joints selling keto dishes and drinks, the keto diet is the next ‘In’ thing. While many argue its true potential against diseases others cannot stop enumerating its benefits. Is keto-diet really safe? Does it really help lose weight? To answer these questions we need to understand what a keto diet is and how it works What Is A Ketogenic Diet? A ketogenic diet is a low-carb and high-fat diet (somewhat similar to the Atkins diet).  A keto di ..read more

FRIEND OR FOE? You must have heard about metabolism and mostly in relation to weight. A Lot of debate and discussion are carried on how metabolism and weight are inter-related. Higher metabolism easier it is to lose weight and keep it off. Similarly, slow metabolism is linked to weight gain and difficulty in losing weight. This brings us to the most vital question, is metabolism the real culprit when it comes to weight? Can it be used to achieve our weight loss goals? How to boost metabolism? WHAT IS METABOLISM? Metabolism is a biochemical process that is carried out in each and every cell of ..read more