ISTANBUL Combining diet and exercise may reduce harmful fat around the organs, helping lower the risk of metabolic diseases, according to new research from Cambridge University. While a healthy lifestyle aids weight loss, researchers emphasize that fat location matters. Subcutaneous fat lies under the skin, but visceral fat around abdominal organs poses greater health risks,…
Are you trying to flatten your belly? While exercising is key to toning your midsection, you also need to tackle your diet. “After 40, our bodies become more sensitive to blood sugar swings and muscle loss,” says Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly…
Coffee may offer a much-needed pick-me-up in the morning, but it won’t give you energy that lasts all day. This is why it is essential to eat a healthy breakfast, especially as you age. “Coffee gives you a jolt, but food gives you fuel. After 40, your body runs best on real energy from protein…
Are you unsure what to eat if you are trying to stay lean while building muscle after 50? “After 50, protein becomes your body’s best tool for preserving and building lean muscle,” Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly Cookbook for Dummies, tells Eat…
Belly overhang is an all-too-common issue for those over 45, especially women who have had children or anyone who has lost weight. Genetics and aging may also cause belly overhang, but there are certain ways to help improve both the health and appearance of your abdomen. We asked Sahar Berjis, RD, MPH, and Founder of…
High cholesterol levels can lead to a number of health issues, including heart attacks and strokes A dietitian warned that certain elements of a traditional fry up could raise your cholesterol levels(Image: Getty) Two staples of a traditional full English breakfast have been identified as amongst the “worst” options for those managing high cholesterol levels….
Are your breakfast habits preventing you from losing weight? We asked nutritionist Sarah Garone, NDTR, CNC, the mistakes people might be making after 40 which are quietly and steadily causing weight gain. “As we age, our metabolism tends to slow down—so don’t be surprised if, after 40, you’re not able to eat a high-calorie breakfast…
Weight loss and fat-burning can be a challenge as we get older, but it doesn’t have to be. We asked Sahar Berjis, RD, MPH, and Founder of Inner Health and Wellness, what foods people should eat at night once you’re 50 or over. “At InnerHealthWellness, we focus on how natural foods, herbs, and mindful habits…
The idea of eating healthily, as tempting as it sounds, is closely tied to affordability. With rising food prices and urban lifestyles, many in India still struggle to put together a balanced meal that meets nutritional needs at one time, let alone for three different times of the day. But of late, things have changed….
It can be easy for parents to feel frustrated when their child wants only chicken nuggets and French fries. Still, it’s essential to remember that choosiness is a natural part of normal growth and development, as opposed to defiance. Patience is a virtue parents need when introducing new foods to their children, said Dr. Deana Hildebrand,…