You may refer to them as slow-burning carbs, but they're also known as carbs with a low glycemic index. These types of carbs are digested and absorbed -- burned -- more slowly than carbs with a high glycemic index. Eating slow-burning carbs also keeps hunger away and helps with blood sugar control.
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If you're looking for an alternative to your usual type of rice, consider jasmine rice. Native to Thailand, jasmine rice is a long grain rice a bit rounder and starchier, which makes it stickier, than other types of rice. Its popcorn flavor and jasmine aroma pairs well with seafood and dishes made with coconut.
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Selecting extra virgin olive oil as a dietary fat is a healthy choice. While some evidence exists that olive oil may be helpful in your weight-loss efforts, dropping pounds requires a decrease in calorie intake.
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One-third of Americans take multivitamins, according to a 2012 article published in Mother Jones magazine.
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If you're concerned about blood sugar, these diets — including carbohydrate counting, the diabetes exchange diet and Create Your Plate — can help you manage your A1C levels.
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Calorie balance is key to weight control. While there are a number of mathematical equations used to determine calorie needs, some include height, weight and age.
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Losing 10 kilograms takes time and dedication. A diet plan that trims your calorie intake, focuses on healthy foods, and includes regular physical activity is best.
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Being able to pinch an inch at your waistline may be upsetting to you. That pinchable fat is soft belly fat, also known as subcutaneous fat, acts as insulation and a source of energy for your body.
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Making smarter food choices, adding cardio to your exercise routine and working out to build muscle all over, not just your stomach, is what you need to do trim down your spare tire.
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Low-carb diets have proven to be good for weight loss. But, when limiting carbs, you may wonder if it's better to eat more protein or fat to help you reach your goals. As it turns out, it all depends on you and your taste buds -- both low-carb, high-fat and low-carb, high-protein diets can help you lose weight.
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If you're staying on track with your diet and exercise program, you're most likely losing fat but gaining muscle.
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Before you start any weight-loss diet, especially one that limits your intake to 500 calories a day, even on an intermittent basis, consult your doctor to discuss benefits, risks and other alternatives.
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If you have chronic constipation due to a redundant colon, making changes to your diet may help improve bowel regularity.
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Seitan, also known as wheat meat, is a vegetarian meat substitute made from wheat gluten, soy sauce or tamari, ginger, garlic and seaweed. This nonmeat alternative is high in protein, low in fat and a good source of iron. The meatlike food, however, can be high in sodium and affect blood pressure.
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A 1,200-calorie DASH diet can help you lose those unwanted pounds. Include a variety of healthy foods from all the food groups.
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While many people believe that apple cider vinegar and green tea may help you lose weight, the evidence is limited, and taking them together isn't going to enhance the effect.
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Jumping rope is a good aerobic exercise that can really get your heart pumping, and it can also help you burn calories and lose some of those unwanted pounds. However, while exercise is an important part of any weight-loss program, you can't out-exercise a bad diet.
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If you or a loved one is dealing with esophageal varices, the goal of your diet should be to provide nutrition for health and healing while preventing any additional complications. Esophageal varices are swollen veins in the esophagus that are at risk of rupturing.
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If you notice swelling in your feet and ankles, you are suffering from what is medically called edema. Certain medical conditions, including pregnancy or liver disease, and medications can cause edema, along with a diet high in sodium. Treatment requires you first take care of the underlying cause.
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Addison's disease, also called primary adrenal insufficiency, is a rare condition that affects your body's ability to produce adrenal hormones. Treatment for Addison's disease requires oral medications to replace these hormones, including corticosteroids and mineralocorticoids.
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