Hack for bread lovers
Bread has been a dominant portion of our standard diet since time immemorial - supplying a large fraction of energy needs to humans - and is packed with micro and macronutrients needed for survival and health.Bread is prepared from a
Foolishly Wise
Middle aged men and first-timers who are new to exercise should tone down their high aspirations and expectations of getting into shape overnight. Instead, one must traverse gently along the path to moderate to vigorous intensity levels. It may take
Science vs Industry
Today we know that the single most important risk factor and a precursor for cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, type two diabetes, many cancers, etc; is “insulin- resistance“. Do we have enough long term data to prove this? No, but
“Observational Studies” – The New Wave of Confusion in Nutrition
Xylitol, a plant based sugar alcohol hitherto believed to be the safest sugar substitute has now turned out to be a badass for the heart and the brain according to a new study.Latest Mayo clinic study reveals a startling connection
Don’t get tricked by Food Labels
Food companies are always looking for new ways to trick their customers by exploiting food labels.All this has made a few of us turn into detectives in order to figure out the truth behind products and whether they are good
Muscle vs long distance running
After you turn 30 your body loses muscle mass at the rate of almost 1% every year. Meaning, by 50 you will have lost 20% or more in most individuals who don’t weight train their bodies.This loss of muscle (Sarcopenia)
Fat or Thin – it doesn’t matter!
Looking at today’s wellness we find chronic diseases so prevalent and yet the majority of us haven’t fully understood the methodology behind the treatment.If you have high triglycerides? Take fibrates - If your cholesterol is high (LDLs)? Use statins…Unfortunately, that’s
Deceptive French Paradox – The Red Wine
Light a candle and enjoy sipping and savouring a glass of red wine at night - and pair it with the food you best enjoy - it’s an amazing experience for many.But to think, believe, and say that this is
Do Women live longer than Men?
Yes, it is said that women tend to outlive men by at least five years. Referring to infant death rates, the newborn boys have a higher probability of dying early than newborn girls. Most probably, the reason could be a
King to a Pauper
The proverb goes: Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper.What if we say, instead: "Eat a late breakfast (or skip it), have lunch like a king, and dinner like a sane person.”Let’s see