Drinking water before meals can help people to lose weight, says a US study. Scientists from Virginia found that slimmers can lose an average of 5lb extra if they drink two glasses of water three times a day before meals. They tested the theory on 48 older adults, split into two groups, over 12 weeks. [...]
We all know the basic fashion laws and the dos and don’ts that women’s magazines reiterate each season. What can be confusing though is how those fashion laws translate for plus-size clothing. By focusing on just a few of the most common dos and don’ts, we can create great plus-size fashion options for everyday wear. [...]
Type II, or adult onset diabetes can be controlled effectively through diet, exercise, medications, and insulin. Depending on the severity of your diabetes, medicatons and diet can keep blood sugar levels under control. However, many people require insulin either through injections or through an insulin pump. There is no cure for diabetes, but it is [...]
Taking vitamins C and E does not lower the risk of pre-eclampsia in women with type 1 diabetes, a study published in the ‘Lancet’ and presented at the American Diabetes Association meeting in Florida, USA has found. However, these vitamins may help prevent the condition in those women low in antioxidants. Pre-eclampsia can threaten the [...]
While dining on a pub patio in Toronto last week, I couldn’t help but notice all the people eating French fries while chugging copious amounts of beer, and I have to admit, those fries looked good! But when the waitress asked me if I wanted fries or salad with my chicken wrap I went for [...]
Hot spices like chilli peppers, horseradish, ginger, mustard and wasabi were not found to have any satiety benefits when consumed in amounts consistent with a western diet, according to a new study. Researchers in Copenhagen, Denmark, set out to examine the potential of spices as part of common weight-loss strategies, after earlier studies found that [...]
Many people have the popular misconception that caffeine will help them lose weight. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. Drinking caffeinated beverages or taking pills containing caffeine ultimately stimulates increased appetite for sweets and fatty foods. Caffeine triggers a roller coaster ride of elevated blood sugar and stress hormones that thwarts people’s efforts on a diet [...]
What causes vaginal dryness and vaginal atrophy? Vaginal atrophy is the medical term that refers to the thinning of the wall of the vagina that occurs during menopause (the time when menstrual periods have ceased) in women. Prior to menopause, the vaginal lining appears plump, bright red, and moist. As estrogen levels decline, the lining [...]
Common pain medications are associated with higher risks of heart-related death in healthy people, a Danish study finds.
Most health experts and authorities agree that expectant moms should increase their vitamin intake during pregnancy to be able to sustain the nutritional needs of the baby in the womb. To be able to do this, it is important that pregnant moms maintain a healthy and well balanced diet. However due to the demanding lifestyle [...]
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