Oct 13th, 2025 - Is it true that … cutting out carbs helps you lose weight? Weight loss is about consuming fewer calories than you burn, and reducing your intake of refined carbohydrates can play a part in that his is a bit of a grey area, says Bethan Crouse, a performance nutritionist at Loughborough University. She wouldn't advise the athletes she works with to completely cut out carbohydrates – foods such as bread, grains, potatoes and sweets. "However," she says, "reducing carbohydrate intake can be beneficial for weight loss, if we can moderate total energy intake." Weight loss ... [Read More]

Oct 10th, 2025 - By Barbara Intermill, Tribune News Service Mary B. writes: "I appreciated your article about resistant starch and have a question. Do you need to refrigerate the rice for a day or can it go straight to the freezer for the same benefits?" Great question, Mary. For readers who may have missed this particular column, resistant starch is a type of starch in foods such as rice and pasta that "resists" being digested in our guts. Therefore, it is considered to be beneficial for better control of blood sugars and may even help feed good bacteria in our guts. Studies have shown that - compared to ... [Read More]

Oct 8th, 2025 - Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels is more than just a number on a lab report; it's a cornerstone of a strong, healthy heart. While medications play a vital role for some, nature has gifted us with simple, everyday ingredients that can support cardiovascular health naturally and reduce inflammation. Imagine boosting your heart health with the very spices already sitting in your kitchen! From aromatic seeds to pungent roots, these six common spices aren't just flavour enhancers; they're powerful allies in lowering cholesterol, improving blood circulation, supporting arterial health, and ... [Read More]

Oct 7th, 2025 - While water is a good way to go, yogurt can be far better. By Medically reviewed by Elena Fedorina // The chia seed trend doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. And why should it? There are a whole lot of important nutrients crammed into those tiny black seeds. "I think that they've become so popular in part because of social media, but also because they deserve to be in the spotlight," says Jane Leverich , MS, RDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist in Denver. "They have so many nutritional benefits. They're packed with fiber, protein , omega-3 fatty acids, some of the most ... [Read More]

Oct 7th, 2025 - The 200 hour yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, in which you learn and practice different postures. If you have taken the decision to enrol yourself for the course, you must have understood this by now. From learning about different postures to practicing breathing techniques, it does not just stop there. You delve into mindful meditation and Shatkarma kriyas, as well. However, one thing that is a constant and forms the backbone of the training is philosophy. The Yoga Philosophy is one of the six important schools of Philosophy, but gained separate recognition quite late in the 1 millennium ... [Read More]

Oct 7th, 2025 - Top 8 Natural Sources of Creatine in Your Diet For high-intensity workouts like heavy weight lifting or sprinting, some people use creatine supplements to build muscle and improve stamina. But, a growing body of research suggests that creatine may support more than just muscles. It may also improve memory, focus, and overall brain function, since ATP fuels the brain as well. And emerging evidence suggests that it could support brain health, energy levels, and healthy aging. Your body naturally produces half, or 1 to 2 grams (g), of the creatine your body needs each day. Most people get the ... [Read More]