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Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Why is carbohydrate cut off from a weight loss diet?

May 29, 2019

Why is carbohydrate cut off from a weight loss diet? | Healthbiztips
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Why is carbohydrate cut off from a weight loss diet? | Healthbiztips

So, you're questioning why we limit the very thing that made you chubby in the first place. That's a very good inquiry.

You probably want to shed off some extra weight. If so, you may be thinking of a balance between a proper diet and a regular exercise regimen. You're desire to get fit and fab is so strong but then, there's this 4 delicious donuts which you didn't bother to eliminate before starting your diet commitment. Now, you're probably telling yourself that something is wrong with the donuts because you find yourself eating them.

The power of cravings can ruin your diet
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When the topic of dieting to loose weight is tackled, carbohydrate is usually evicted. You probably heard how some people severely cut or completely abstain from rice, pasta, bread, and other carbohydrate rich source during dieting. You're probably wondering what makes this essential macronutrient so bad?

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Carbohydrates are the top culprit of food cravings.

Sugar can be very addicting and rewarding to a person. In fact, studies reveal that sugar can be as addicting as illicit drugs and alcohol. Our brain responds to our intake of sugar by releasing dopamine, a hormone which makes us feel euphoric.

Sugar addiction is not simple matter. A research reveals that sugar can be more addictive than cocaine.

Let me tell you, if you're gonna set a goal to loose weight and have to battle cravings with discipline, then, might as well limit those things that can induce addiction in the first place.

Carbohydrate per gram, pumps your body with 4 calories. When your calorie consumption exceeds your calorie consumption, it can show up on your weight.

Cookies, pasta, cakes, pies, potatoes, soda, rice, baked goods, and candies are rich in carbohydrates.

Popular diet to loose weight limits carbohydrate intake

An very good example of a diet that has gained popularity as an effective way to loose weight by limiting carbohydrate and sugar in the diet is called ketogenic diet in which an individual consumes more protein and fats to enhance the body's ability to burn fat cells.

Thursday, May 9, 2019

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Is coco sugar better than white and brown sugar?

May 09, 2019

Is coco sugar a healthy alternative? | Healthbiztips

Coco sugar is more expensive than brown and white sugar. Are you wondering what makes it so special? Does it really live up to it's price tag or is it's acclaimed health benefits or is it just a marketing strategy.

Is coco sugar better than white and brown sugar? | Healthbiztips
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Coco sugar (also known as palm sugar) reputedly contains higher amounts of nutrients compared to typical sugar. In fact, since brown sugar and white sugar contains empty calories, they are no match when compared to coco sugar's nutritional value.

Coco sugar is made from the sap of the coconut paml as opposed to white and brown sugar which comes from sugar cane.

However, the nutritional value a person gets from just a single serving of coco sugar is not enough to be significant. You have to consume a large quantity of coco sugar to obtain a significant amount of nutrients, but since coco sugar contains almost the same amount of calories with typical sugar, it is not desirable.

White sugar and brown sugar have no nutritional value.

Another awesome thing about coco sugar is it has low glycemic index which makes it appealing for people afflicted with diabetes because it's consumption won't spike blood sugar as fast as conventional sugar will.

Coco sugar contains fiber.
When you use coco sugar as a sweetener, you're also taking in inulin, a type of soluble fiber.

Inulin has many health benefits. It supports good digestion, promotes the growth of good gut bacteria, relieves constipation, and helps manage diabetes.

I was very disappointing to know that 1 tsp coco sugar contains just a trace amount of inulin which makes it insignificant. According to research, an intake of 30 gram inulin is necessary to gain considerable health benefits.

Why switch to coco sugar?

We've bought coco sugar and gave it a taste test. When it comes to satiety, coco sugar has a great advantage over brown and white sugar. I dare say because my milk tea tastes better with coco sugar.

Coco sugar looks decent enough if you're after that smooth and none overpowering sweetness, but at a considerably higher price.

Is coco sugar a healthy and guilt-free alternative to white and brown sugar?

You may be hoping for a "yes" but you see, it doesn't work that way.

It is a fact that coco sugar has substantial nutrient and fiber content. But, you see, coconut sugar still contains calories.

1 teaspoon of coconut sugar pumps your system with 15 calories. 1 teaspoon white sugar gives you 16 calories. On the other hand, 1 teaspoon brown sugar delivers approximately 17 calories.

If you're looking for a healthier sweetener and coco sugar is within your budget, then it's okay to buy it. However, do remember that it's still a sugar.

I'd like to point out that the nutrient and inulin content of coco sugar also varies by manufacturer.

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How much calories do you burn while sleeping?

May 09, 2019

How much calories do you burn when you sleep? | Healthbiztips

You may not achieve your weight loss goal by dozing on your supposed gym workout, but hey! You're still burning calories while you're sleeping!

How much calories do you burn while sleeping? | Healthbiztips
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How much, you'd ask? Well, that depends on several factors such as your weight, number of hours of sleep, and body temperature.

The heavier you are, the more calories you burn while sleeping.

The greater the number of hours you spend sleeping soundly, the more calories you burn. But, don't over do it and sleep more than the recommended period as this can backfire on your health.

The higher your body temperature while sleeping, the more calories you burn.

What's your weight in pounds?

With every pounds, you burn about .42 calories every hour while resting.

So, if you weight about 45.4 kg which is equivalent to 100 lbs, then you are burning 42 calories per hour. In a sound 8 hours of sleep, you're burning a total of 336 calories.

I'd say that's not bad. In fact, that's more than what a naive person would guess.

Why do we have so much energy expenditure while we are sleeping?
While you are sleeping, several mechanisms in your body becomes more active like cell and tissue repair. Your brain, which constitutes about 20% of your body's daily calorie expenditure, remains active while you are sleeping.

If you want to lose weight, I highly recommend, you get enough sleep.

Let's compare the calorie you burn when walking so you don't have any good excuse to sleep the entire day.
When you walk, you burn about about 1 to 2 calories per pound each hour. Of course, the amount of calories you burn still depends on factors such as your weight, how fast you walk, temperature, etc. It doesn't take a genius to realize that when you engage in physical activity, you burn more calories than when you are sleeping.

So when you weigh about 45.4 kg or 100 lbs, you burn about 100 to 200 calories every single hour you walk.

Now, walking for an entire 1 to 3 hours may sound too tough for a lazy person or let alone to a normal chair-ridden person. Sad to say, there's no alternative to the health benefits you get when you become physically active.

If you want to lose weight faster, then engaging in physical activity is the key. For example, a 120 lb person burns roughly 100 calories in just 10 minutes of running.

If you're spending the right amount of time sleeping, then you're doing yourself a huge favor. Sleep is more than just a treat, it's an vital predictor of good health which sadly some people, especially the working class, don't get enough. But, don't forget the benefits of physical activity if you'd like to shed off your extra weight.

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Is chia seeds effective to loss weight?

May 09, 2019

How effective is chia seeds in terms of lossing weight? | Healthbiztips

Chia seeds' effectiveness for weight loss lies in it's high fiber and protein content.

2 tablespoon (equivalent to 1oz) chia seeds boasts a whoopin 9.8 g fiber and 4.69 g protein.

Is chia seeds effective to loss weight? | Healthbiztips
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Chia seeds' fiber content is so incredibly high that just 2 tbsp of it meets a third of your daily fiber needs.

Fiber is good for digestion. It absorbs water and fat which fills up space in your gut, making you feel full and satisfied.

Protein in the diet reduces cravings so you don't end up ruining your weight loss commitment.

How much calories does chia seeds contain?

Chia seeds contains high amount of calories. Every 2 tbsp contains approximately 150 calories.

It is a known fact that in order to lose weight, your calorie expenditure must exceed your caloric intake.

Even so, chia seeds' exceptional fiber, mineral, antioxidant, and protein content can not be set aside.

The trick to successfully lose weight with chia seeds is to use this superfood as a replacement for calorie-rich foods and beverages such as soft drink and milk tea.

So, instead of drinking your regular dose of carbonated beverage and coffee shake, switch it to lemon water with chia seeds.

In place of chocolate chip cookies for snack, why not opt for a chia seed bread?

Instead of milk shake, why not make a blueberry with chia seeds smoothie instead.

Our food choices greatly determines if our weight loss effort will succeed or not.

Chia seeds' potential for weight loss lies in it's amazing health benefits, however, do realize that chia seed in itself is not an all-in one solution. Note that a weight loss attempt is usually futile without the combination of diet, exercise, determination, and motivation.