Diet tips that work

Diet tips are out there in force, some work, some don’t. Wouldn’t it be nice to find a few that are easy to do and that actually work? There are plenty of people out there ready to hand out diet tips, but ...

Some of the diet myths to avoid

For anyone embarking on a healthy eating plan or a calorie controlled diet, it’s important to distinguish between facts and diet myths. Here are a few example of what not to listen to. Amongst the diet myths is the ...

Who are the healthiest people in the world?

A good reason for keeping in shape is to ensure that you are the healthiest you can be. In fact, rather than it all being about how good we look in (or out) of our clothing, helping our bodies to live to a ripe old age ...

Why you have to be crackers to eat crackers

You’ve just made a lovely cup of tea, but you want something with it, something with a bit of a crunch – so you turn to the crackers. It’s got to be better than sugary biscuits, right? The fact that ...

Low cal carrot muffins

Carrot muffins are so delicious, but when you buy them in the shop or cafe they are super calorific. Here’s how to enjoy them on your own terms. For a tasty brunch that is packed with goodness and not too bad for ...

Simple ways to boost your metabolism

Your metabolism is the key to weight loss and keeping it running is often the easiest way to lose weight and keep it off for good. Aside from specific diets and special exercises, you can start to boost your metabolism ...

Antibiotics and weight gain

Too many antibiotics are very bad for you. You probably know that already, but did you know that they can cause excessive weight gain too? Aside from weakening your natural immunity, antibiotics could reduce the impact ...

Fitness videos that really work

Fitness videos come out on the scene from time to time, there is a bit of a fuss made about them, so you pick up a copy and it sits on your shelf making you feel guilty. If you buy the right vids however, this need not ...

Comfort foods to avoid this winter

When you go in search of comfort this Winter, there are some foods you should try to avoid, especially if you want to get in great shape for Spring. It’s probably no surprise that many of the Winter comfort foods ...

Pastries and why they are so naughty

Puff pastries are delightful. If you fancy something yummy with a warm cup of coffee, that Danish, or fluffy croissant is just the thing. If you are weight watching however, you need to come up with an alternative. There ...