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22 Apr 2009 by Carole McAlister
The current guidelines from NICE (National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence) advise that people should not be expected to lose more than 0.5-1kg (1-2lbs) a week. If you lose more than this, some evidence suggests that you are more unlikely to lose the weight for good. However, Professor Lean, the Professor of Nutrition at Glasgow University, prefers to look at it as achieving....
1 Apr 2009 by Ali Campbell
Ali and the fat jeans… Now you’ll have to excuse me if I got a little confused this week… There I was sitting at my desk with the radio on for company, writing and editing articles for the web site when I caught the tail end of a news headline, something about ‘Ali, a revolutionary new weight loss product’ Wow I thought the PR people are really doing well! (they are and you’ll....
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14 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
Try to eat something within 2 hours of your workout as this is known as your ‘golden window of opportunity.’ Your body will be craving nutrients in order to replenish all the energy you’ve used up and will be burning fat to do this.
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9 Feb 2009 by Sarah Jane Hunter
The answer lies in your metabolism, that little engine in your body that burns calories all day, every day. Because of genetics, some women burn fat faster than others. But age, weight, diet and exercise habits also play a role. s women age, their metabolisms slow down, mainly because they are losing five or six pounds of muscle each decade starting in the mid-20s. Which basically translates....
9 Feb 2009 by Colin McKeand
The human body is a complex organism that has evolved over millions of years and is made up entirely from molecules derived from food. It is the greatest machine on earth, but needs fuel to operate, and the fuel we give it comes directly from the things we eat and drink. The foods we eat, that come from plants, and second hand from animals that eat the plants, contain nutrients. These....
4 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
As women we have a tendency to steer clear of weights. We’re afraid that we will end up big and bulky as opposed to lean and shapely if we do any type of resistance/weights based exercise. Women don’t actually have enough testosterone in their bodies to bulk up and for someone that did want to put on muscle it is actually very hard to achieve and requires a very specific training and....
3 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
Always remember exercise and healthy eating are all about 80% good 20% bad. The odd food treats and time outs from exercise are a must in order to ensure you don’t get bored and that staying fit and healthy isn’t a chore.
3 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
Eating plenty of protein will help to control your appetite - it’s that element in a meal that leaves you with that satisfied feeling. It is essential for building lean muscle and lean muscle in turn increases your metabolism. A fist-sized portion is a good indicator of the amount of protein required. Good sources of protein are lentils, beans, chicken, turkey, fish or lean beef.
3 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
They are a vital part of a healthy, balanced diet. They are required for a huge range of bodily functions, from fueling your brain to providing energy for your workouts and a whole lot more. Many people assume that large quantities of carbs will give them endless energy and so many people will pile their plates high to keep their energy up, but this is not true, too much....
2 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
When you are preparing a snack or main meal you probably often wonder what should I be having – what is the definition of a healthy balanced meal?? The main idea of putting meals and snacks together is to make sure that you try and include protein, carbohydrates and good fats as well as keeping to sensible portion sizes of food. A diet that is made up of all these things will....
2 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
Skipping meals could actually mean that you are slowing down your metabolism. When this happens it makes losing weight and toning up very difficult. If your calorie intake is too low not only will you lack energy but your body will end up holding onto fat instead of letting it go!! I have so many clients that say to me "but I hardly eat anything" and "I....
2 Feb 2009 by Alba Feely
In order to lose weight and tone up an exercise routine as well as a healthy balanced diet is needed, one won’t work long term without the other.
2 Feb 2009 by Sarah Jane Hunter
One in 12 men and one in 3 women in the west will suffer from osteoporosis. How we can help prevent osteoporosis:- Get your daily recommended amounts of calcium and vitamin D Engage in regular weight-bearing exercise Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol Exercise Exercise is important to good bone health. If you exercise regularly in childhood and adolescence, you are more likely to reach your....
29 Jan 2009 by Alba Feely
Before exercising your body needs energy to enable you to put a really good effort into your workout. Keep your snack light before exercising as a big meal will make you feel tired and sluggish. After exercising your body needs nutrition to begin recovering and replenishing. Here are some example of what you should and shouldn't eat to really boost the benefits of your workout. Good stuff....
28 Jan 2009 by Colin McKeand
Around two-thirds of the human body is made up of water and although we can live for weeks without food we can only survive a few days without water. Our body’s water supply is essential for regulating our internal organs and is involved in nearly every bodily process including digestion, absorption, circulation, breathing and excreting waste material out of the body. Water is....
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