The doctor has told you to lose some kilos because your health is at risk or you just feel like losing a few kilos will do you some good. So you embark on a “eating…
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Study finds you can burn 140 calories in the bath
A nice hot bubble bath could be the key to weight loss. A study carried out by Nottingham Trent University found that it’s possible to burn around140 calories by simply having a bath. As…
Don’t deprive yourself – Lose weight with these 6 calorie-slashing tips
At the end of the day we all love to eat. It’s a social event. It’s a comfort. It’s an experience. And sometimes it’s just something to do … Problem is, when you’re trying to…
Make portion sizes matter and lose weight!
Proof that portion size matters In 2004, a study of 329 overweight people revealed that 38 percent of those who practiced portion control lost five percent or more of their body weight, compared to the…
8 Easy ways to cut 500 calories a day
By Melanie Chisnall Ready to give that extra winter weight the chop? Slice 500 extra calories every day with these eight quick tips! Give those calories the chop You might not realise it, but there…
Choose your calories for weight loss
by Shenrina Badri Choose your calories wisely when consuming meals and snacks on a daily basis. Weight gain, or weight loss for that matter, basically deals with the number of calories you take in or…
Can water make you gain calories?
(By Shenrina Badri) We’ve all heard that water is the best drink to consume when trying to lose some weight. Has this changed? Hydration Ordinarily water is great for your body and especially for weight…
Take in fewer calories with these beverages
By Shenrina Badri Tea, coffee, alcoholic drinks or even juices can all be loaded with high amounts of calories – not good, if you are trying to shed some kilograms! Warm drinks Warm drinks such…
Is Calorific the perfect app for dieters?
There’s a new app in town! An app that comes in very handy for people who love to watch what they eat as it shows exactly what 200 calories of different foods looks like. The …
US beverage giants vow to cut calories to fight obesity
US soft-drinks giants Tuesday promised to work to reduce the country’s beverage calorie consumption by 20 percent by 2025 in a campaign to counter obesity trends. Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Dr. Pepper Snapple pledged to provide…