But in scientific terms, it really does work. It is okay to have it once in a fortnight, but if you do it week after week, the results will be zero. Calorie balance is the key Gaining or losing body weight depends on the equation of calories in versus calories out. If a deficit […]
Our body has a natural system called circadian rhythm (daily biological clock), which controls the efficiency of food digestion and metabolism. Generally, insulin sensitivity decreases after evening, as a result of which the glucose from food is not metabolized quickly and can be stored as fat. ▪️ Eating late at night causes insulin and […]
▪️Carbohydrates play an important role in maintaining hormonal balance in girls. Eating very few carbohydrates can reduce thyroid hormone (T3), which slows down metabolism. ◾Periods may become irregular or even stop (Hypothalamic Amenorrhea). ◾The condition may be worse if you have PCOS, because some good carbohydrates are needed to balance insulin resistance. […]
Many people think that working out is the hardest thing to do. Not really! A workout is an investment of only 40-60 minutes of your day. What is really difficult is tracking your food and maintaining that habit regularly. Many of us think that we did not get the expected results because: ✔Maybe […]
➡️ Refined Carbs: White rice Roti, paratha, roti, pasta made from flour Sugar and sugar-rich foods (sweets, cakes, biscuits, soft drinks, juices, etc.) Cornflakes, instant noodles, white flour, or polished rice 🔰How it affects the body Rapid increase in blood sugar. Refined carbs do not contain fiber, so they quickly convert into […]
▪️Pre-Workout Nutrition Providing Energy Optimizing Muscle Glycogen Stores Increasing Performance and Stamina Preventing Protein Breakdown (Catabolism) ✅ Carbohydrates are the Source of Energy The body’s main fuel source during exercise is glycogen, which is stored in the muscles and liver. Eating carbohydrates pre-workout keeps blood glucose levels stable, insulin secretion is balanced, and muscles get […]
✅ Increases muscle strength As we age, our muscles naturally decrease (muscle loss). Strength training reduces this loss and makes daily tasks easier. ✅ Helps reduce excess fat Strength training increases metabolism. This causes the body to burn more calories even at rest. As a result, weight control is easier in the long term. […]
Metabolic syndrome refers to a condition in which several important physical problems gradually develop in the body and disrupt the body’s normal metabolism or energy use process. It is not a single disease; rather, it is a combination of certain risk factors, which, when combined, increase the risk of major complex diseases in the future. […]
➡️ Start your day with protein in the morning (20–30g) Protein keeps you full for hours, reduces the hormone ghrelin, and increases fat loss. For example: eggs, yogurt, lentils, chickpeas, moong dal. ➡️ Increase NEAT activity by 30–45 minutes every day. NEAT = Non-exercise activity (walking, housework, climbing stairs). These burn 200–400 calories without […]
Do you have insulin resistance? Regular, proper exercise is great for reducing insulin resistance. This is because exercise helps glucose enter the muscles, makes it easier for insulin to work, and reduces fat. Cardio/aerobic exercise These increase the heart rate and teach the body to use glucose. Brisk walking Cycling Jogging/running Stationary […]
