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Umbrellas may shield you from more than rain: study

Submitted by webmaster on Mon, 04/01/2013 - 15:27

 By Genevra Pittman

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Mediterranean diet can ward off heart disease: study

Submitted by webmaster on Tue, 02/26/2013 - 14:58

By Genevra Pittman

Foods that fill you up and keep the weight off

Submitted by webmaster on Mon, 02/18/2013 - 14:52

 Looking for a miracle diet food?

There is no such thing.

If you take in more calories than you burn, you will gain weight.

There are ordinary foods that can help you eat less over the course of the day.

Foods that are going to keep you fuller for longer, are ones high in fibre, healthy fats and protein, or with a high water content.

The bonus is that these foods are also really good for you, packed with important nutrients, vitamins and minerals.

10 common sense steps to weight loss

Submitted by webmaster on Tue, 02/05/2013 - 17:26

 A weight loss programme should be sensible and based on a healthy, balanced diet. Losing weight sensibly and keeping it off by changing how you think about your diet and health.

Here are 10 sensible ways to help you lose weight and maintain a healthy, balanced diet.

Eat slowly

Research has shown that people who are overweight tend to gobble up their food. Take time to chew and enjoy your food. Chewing slowly allows the enzymes in the saliva to start the digestive process.