Nutrition

Why You Want to Snack Even After Weight Loss Surgery

Will you have to battle hunger and cravings for sweets even after weight loss surgery? Possibly. But understanding what causes these desires to eat when you should be physically full can help you stay on track with your weight loss goals.

Lap Band Protein Requirement

Lap band surgery helps obese people lose weight by significantly reducing how much food can be eaten at one time. An adjustable band is placed near the top of the stomach to form a pouch, which holds about four ounces of food. Unlike gastric bypass surgery, lap band surgery does not interfere with the way [...]

Farmed or wild fish: Which is better?

Fish is typically seen as the heart-healthy protein to eat, but with concerns of chemical poisoning, you might be wondering whether you should eat wild fish or farmed fish.

Is Sea Salt Healthier than Table salt?

If you’re trying to watch your salt intake, you may have noticed that sea salt is sometimes marketed as a more natural and healthier alternative to table salt. Does that mean sea salt is better for you—and can be safely consumed in larger quantities – than table salt?

Fat Grams, Calories or Percentages?

In an effort to lose weight or simply be more healthy, you may be keeping on eye on your daily fat intake. For most people, that means paying close attention to the nutrition facts label on the foods you buy. But most labels list the number of fat grams along with total calories and percentages—what information should you be considering?

Fiber in a Healthy Diet

Dietary fiber is best known for relieving or preventing constipation. But fiber can also help you lose weight and lower your risk for diabetes and heart disease. What is Dietary Fiber? Dietary fiber is the part of plant foods that can’t be digested or absorbed by your body. Unlike fats, proteins, or carbohydrates that your [...]

Ideas for Low Calorie Beverages

Water may be good for you, but it is not the most inspired drink you can enjoy. But inspired drinks are usually high in calories–a fact that is not inspirational for your diet. Low calorie beverages that taste great and help you maintain your weight loss do not have to be a fantasy with the [...]

Cooking Without Fat

Cooking without fat completely may not be possible, but you can take some good steps toward reducing this fat in your diet if you make a few simple alterations in your menu planning and preparation. Besides choosing recipes that are low-fat to begin with, you can also substitute items that are not as high in [...]

Cooking Without Salt

One great way to avoid extra salt in your diet is to stop eating take out food–but what about cooking at home? The good news is that there are plenty of ways to cook without salt, and you can still get plenty of flavor. Getting used to cooking this way can take a little bit [...]

Treat Yourself to A Boost of Color

One of the most important things you do every day is to drink plenty of water. You know how much you have to have, so make sure you’re getting the right amount to stay healthy and hydrated. Weight loss can be aided by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. This helps flush out your [...]

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