Best Pre-Workout Foods
There are great reasons to eat before you workout You need fuel for your body to sustain you and keep functioning at your highest when you exercise. In fact, studies show that the right pre-workout foods can help you burn more fat. A study of cyclists compared two groups. One group ate before their workout […]
Do Bananas Help With Anxiety?
Whether it’s interviewing for a new job or giving a public speech, there are things in life that can trigger an anxiety attack. It can vary from butterflies in your stomach to disabling symptoms. There are many aids for anxiety. I used to keep a container of Tic Tacks and take one, telling myself it […]
Manage Your Holiday Cravings
It’s tough to stick to a healthy eating plan when those around you are indulging. These five tricks will help you stay on track without alienating the not-so-healthy eaters in your life. 1. Create a diversion. Can’t enjoy a bite without whetting your appetite for the whole cake? You needn’t explain why you’re skipping dessert—just […]
The Best And Worst Low Carb Foods
Not all carbs are equal. There are carbs in healthy foods, like vegetables and also carbs in unhealthy ones, such as candy bars and cake. The same is true for low carb foods. So how do you tell the difference between the ones that are good for you and ones that aren’t. What are the […]
Are You Drinking Enough Water?
Water is the largest component of your body’s chemical makeup, about 50% to 70% of your body weight. Studies show that your individual water needs vary depending on several factors including your activity level, if you have any health issues and even the climate in which you live. Knowing these facts will help you determine […]
Should I Cut Out All Grains In My Diet?
Clients all over Massachusetts have sent questions about the benefits of grains and some of the latest data on how grains may negatively affect health. Grains do cause some problems that may you lead to wanting to cut out all grains, but the answer isn’t that easy. Grains offer benefits. Not all grains are alike, […]
Foods That Reduce Inflammation
What is inflammation and what causes it? Inflammation can be good. It’s the body’s response to an injury or a way of fighting of microbial invaders. That’s the description of acute inflammation. However, there’s a more insidious type of inflammation and that’s chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation start off with vague symptoms, such as slight fatigue […]
Side Effects Of Heating Food In Plastic Containers
We all know people who wash their plastic carryout containers to use for leftovers or sterilize their plastic water bottles and refill them with tap water. It’s so convenient. One of the clients at Pro Weight Loss in Massachusetts, has to do with carryout containers and reusing them to make and pack healthy meals. The […]
DNA and Nutrition
Live a Healthier Lifestyle by Understanding Your DNA Interested in customized meal planning based on your genetic testing in order to manage your weight? Our DNA maintenance programs do just that and more! By having structured meal plans based on your DNA, you can maintain or lose weight, while having a plan to follow for […]
Pros And Cons Of Plant Vs Animal Proteins
What’s the best type of protein if comparing plant and animal proteins? There are pros and cons for each, so the battle of plant vs animal proteins may not have a clear winner or loser. Let’s start with what quality protein is. Some refer to a high-quality protein as a complete protein, meaning it has […]