Carbohydrates are one ingredient many dieters are keen to avoid. And for good reason—eating a Carb-rich diet can lead to weight gain, high blood sugar, inflammation and all the chronic diseases associated with that, from cardiovascular disease to cancer. But before you vouch to give pasta up forever, read on—I’ll show you which carbohydrate foods […]
What are the best foods to eat before a workout? Is whole wheat toast a good option?
Whole wheat toast may be a healthy choice at breakfast, lunch, or dinner, but if you’re planning a run or gym session soon thereafter? You may want to skip your healthy grain in favour of a banana or yogurt. Although it is typically best to consume complex, high-fibre carbohydrates (such as whole wheat bread, brown […]
Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Are you at risk?
Though you go by your day unaware of its presence, your liver, lying just below your ribcage, lives out its days tirelessly, serving a vital role in metabolism and blood filtration. While the liver plays a crucial role in human health, we often take its tireless work ethic for granted. Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease- a […]
Why You Need Carbohydrates in Your Diet
Are you on a mass building program or are you looking to lose some serious weight for a number of different reasons? For whatever reason you need to gain mass, lose weight or improve your lifestyle, there are a number of ways you can do this, one of them being by consuming carbohydrate rich foods. […]
Breakfast Brunch Healthy Breakfast Recipes
Carbohydrates provide an essential morning boost after a nightlong fast. Choosing the right carbohydrates is the difference between an AM crash and a steady, energized morning. For many consumers, high-carbohydrate, low protein breakfasts leave much to be desired by way of nutrition. Coffee shop bagels, croissants, and pastries aside, millions of people the world over […]