Tag: junk food
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How to Stop Craving Junk Food: A Beginner’s Guide
“Junk food” is a term used to describe food that is high in calories from sugar, fat, and sometimes sodium, making it hyper-palatable. They contain little dietary fibre, protein, vitamins, minerals, or other vital nutrients. It is known as HFSS food (high in fat, salt, and sugar) as well. Due to easy accessibility, attractive packaging, […]
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Junk Food: More Harm and Lesser Well-Being
According to FAO 182.2 million people in India suffer from a lack of nutrition. On the contrary, 132 million people suffer from obesity, excessive fat accumulation, and other health threats. So it also becomes a matter of equal concern. But what is responsible for increasing the obesity rate in India? Could the obvious answer be […]
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World Heart Day – Diet Tips for a Healthy Heart
With Cardiovascular diseases on the rise, India is said to become the ‘heart disease capital of the world’ in the coming years. As most of us lead sedentary lifestyles—one of the biggest factors behind heart ailments—knowing what can be done to ward off the threat of cardiovascular diseases, and protecting from debilitating conditions like heart […]
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How to Lose Weight by Eating Right
Although the best way to lose weight is through a combination of diet and exercise, don’t fret if you can’t find the time for both. As it is possible to lose weight with a healthy diet. After all, weight loss is 70% about diet and 30% exercise, so it’s better to choose the former if […]
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5 mental tricks to help you lose weight
Just wishing away those calorie-ridden treats won’t be enough to keep you from snacking on them. Here are five tried-and-tested mental tricks to help you lose weight and beat cravings. Substitute junk with healthy, similar tasting choices In the mood for ice-cream? Have a bowl of yoghurt with fruit, or a smoothie instead. Craving the crunch […]
