Choose whole grains instead of refined
Whole grains offer a “complete package” of health benefits, unlike refined grains, which are stripped of valuable nutrients in the refining process. Whole grains contain bran and fiber, which slow the breakdown of starch into glucose –thus maintaining a steady blood sugar rather than causing sharp spikes. Fiber helps lower cholesterol as well as move […]
The Gut: Your Second Brain
Most of us would have experienced butterflies in our stomach or gut- wrenching feeling and we are often told not to ignore our ‘’gut- feeling “ when making a decision. Now, there are enough scientific evidence to support these popular metaphors. Why gut referred as your “second brain”? The gut plays a vital role in […]
Slim Down with ‘Mindfulness’ Approach
The mind possesses more power than most people realize. In order for a weight loss therapy program to succeed, it must focus on personal values and a decision-making process. People who aim to lose weight should make weight loss a top priority. When a person’s mind is truly set on accomplishing a goal such as […]
Diet and ageing, are they connected?
Basic facts: Our diet has the potential of influencing the way genes are expressed. Unhealthy diet ‘turn on’ the gene responsible for accelerated ageing and disease. Scientific evidence shows that right diet slows down the ageing of our body. The good news is that, changing our diet can be as easy as upgrading our computer […]
