Carb-Loading Before a Workout – Is It a Good Idea?

Posted on August 5, 2019 by trimthin.com

Carb-loading is a popular practice among gym members and others who take on intense workouts, and who want to reach their goals more efficiently. That said, there is some debate as to whether or not it is actually good for you. Moreover, it is unclear as to whether or not it will help you to be able to see results any faster than you would if you used a different type of eating strategy.

Good quality carbohydrates are a vital source of muscle and overall energy for the body. This is the case regardless of whether you run or jog everyday or work out at the gym. They can fuel your body with the energy it needs to run faster or longer and to perform optimally in the gym. Continue reading →

Eating More Whole Grains will Help You Lose Weight

Posted on August 2, 2019 by trimthin.com

Many of us don’t realize that whole grains will help you lose weight. The main problem is that carbohydrates have received quite a bad reputation in the dieting industry. Low carb dieting continues to be extremely popular in many different forms. This includes everything from high protein to high fat diets. Regardless of the strategy, carbs are often cut.

The thing that we must remember is that even in a low carb diet, this doesn’t mean we shouldn’t eat any carbohydrates at all. In fact, most healthy long term weight loss strategies involve eating plans with quite a few carbs. It’s just that there are fewer than the average American’s diet – which is very high-carb. As a result, it can certainly feel like we’re cutting back.

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How to Start Losing Weight at the Very Beginning

Posted on July 30, 2019 by trimthin.com

When you start losing weight, it can be very frustrating when you get going with high hopes only to fail to reach your short-term goals. We will often tell ourselves that we want to lose 1 to 2 pounds each week. That said, the reality of those results can be very different.

Dieters may find that they don’t start losing weight at the speed they expected. They could discover that they tend to plateau for a while then see pounds dropping all at once before plateauing again. They may also find that their strategy doesn’t work at all.

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Replace Beef Burgers with These Veggie Burgers to Lose Weight

Posted on July 2, 2019 by trimthin.com

Most people love burgers, but they are not the healthiest dietary choice. They can cause all sorts of problems for the body. However, giving up beef burgers altogether may be difficult for fast food lovers. But then again, you can always substitute it for an equally tasty yet healthier option–a vegetable burger.

It may not sound as scrumptious, but a veggie burger is sure to leave you craving more. The best part about having veggie burgers to lose weight is that they are safe to eat. They do not cause the same complications in the body as beef burgers do. Moreover, veggie burgers help you lose weight. Let’s look at some options for replacing beef burgers with veggie burgers to lose weight.

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Are You Getting Too Much Protein?

Posted on June 4, 2019 by trimthin.com

Yes, there is such thing as too much protein. It’s true that we’re constantly encouraged to eat more of this macronutrient to lose weight. It’s also true that we’re encouraged to eat more of it for lean muscle preservation or growth. However, the expression “too much of a good thing” is a common one for a reason. It applies here, too.

Protein is essential for your body, especially if you are exercising. It helps build muscle and reduce fat. Though it may come as a surprise, protein is, however, harmful if consumed in high quantities. Excesses of this macronutrient can cause all types of ailments in your body. This is why you should avoid too much protein. Continue reading →

Eat Pumpkin Seeds! Here’s Why They’re Healthy and Weight Loss Friendly

Posted on May 1, 2019 by trimthin.com

Many people love to eat pumpkin seeds, but they often only do it in the fall when they’ve cleaned out one of the gourds and roast the pepitas inside. That said, you’ll likely be eating them a great deal more when you find out that they’re actually tiny little superfoods. Not only do they have several benefits for your overall health, but they can also be very friendly to your weight loss efforts, too.

Check Out These Top Reasons to Eat Pumpkin Seeds

Though there is a long list of reasons to eat pumpkin seeds, these are some of the ones that are most appealing to dieters who are working to lose weight.

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Which is Better for You: Farmed Fish or Wild Caught Fish?

Posted on April 5, 2019 by trimthin.com

Should you be eating wild caught fish or is it still acceptable to purchase farmed? It’s a big question we face, particularly when we know we should likely be eating fish more frequently in our lives. Most nutrition recommendations suggest that we should have at least two fish or shellfish servings every week to prevent the onset of dementia and Alzheimer’s, reduce heart disease risk, and simply maintain overall health.

That said, when we get to the fish options at our grocery store, we quickly discover that there are wild caught fish and farmed fish from which to choose. Is there a difference? If so, what is the difference? Does it have to do with the nutrients you obtain? Is the contaminant level different and does it impact the environment differently? Fortunately, there are answers.

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Why You Need a Healthy First Meal of the Day Even if it’s Not Breakfast

Posted on March 20, 2019 by trimthin.com

To get your digestive system off to a great start every day, it’s important to enjoy a healthy first meal of the day. That said, unlike what you may have learned growing up, that meal may not necessarily be breakfast. Call it what you like and start when it’s right for you. The key is to ensure that when you do start eating every day, you make nutritious choices.

Research has shown that while breakfast is absolutely integral for some people, it can be optional for others. This was quite surprising when it was always assumed that this early meal is the key to getting the day right. As it turns out, as long as you have a healthy first meal of the day, it doesn’t matter if you have it soon after waking in the morning, or several hours later because you’re intermittent fasting.

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Yes, Calorie-Packed Olive Oil Can Help You Lose Weight

Posted on February 22, 2019 by trimthin.com

Saying that olive oil can help you to lose weight can seem counter intuitive. After all, it’s packed with calories. In fact, it contains more calories than butter! Still, it is also packed with some extremely healthy properties that produce some benefits you may never have expected from a fat.

Olive oil is a staple in the Mediterranean where it is used in a wide spectrum of both cooked and raw foods. Studies have shown that olive oil also offers a number of supportive benefits to help you lose weight. Of course, drinking olive oil (or one of the greatly-hyped lemon juice and olive oil shots) is not going to produce a measurable difference in your weight – except perhaps by bringing it up by dosing you with too many calories. However, it can help you lose weight when used strategically.

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Is There a Healthier Kind of Sugar that Prevents Weight Gain?

Posted on October 6, 2018 by trimthin.com

Is there a healthier kind of sugar out there than the one we usually use – white refined sugar? Not really. That said, some types of sweetener do have advantages over others. The key is to understand what you want from the sweetener you’re choosing.

The quest for a healthier kind of sugar typically leads people nowhere. Companies have started adding “cane sugar” to their labels to try to make it sound better, but it’s the same product they’ve always used, only with a more natural sounding name. Do honey, maple syrup or even stevia provide a better option? Slightly when it comes to certain specific benefits, but not when it comes to the insulin response or calorie intake.

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