What type of exercise is required to build muscle? If you want to build muscle, resistance training is the type of exercise you would incorporate into your exercise regime. Resistance training refers to exercises that require your muscles to work against resistance and try to overcome it. Eventually, this is what enables your muscles to […]
What you need to know about fats
Understanding pre-school children’s attitude towards food
It’s common for children to be fussy eaters. But there are certain concepts that may help ease your frustrations when your children are not 100% compliant during meal times. This may be either in terms of their approach to meals or in what they agree to eat. The two behaviour patterns parents would notice include: […]
How to boost your energy
If you often find yourself feeling lethargic and tired, here are some tips to help boost your energy levels. 1. Regular meals It is important not to skip any meals. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are needed to meet your daily energy requirements. Spread your calories out throughout the day. If you consume most of your […]
Common discomforts during pregnancy
During pregnancy your body goes through a number of physical and hormonal changes that affect your daily processes, such as digestion, mood and sleep. The most common discomforts of pregnancy include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and changing or disrupted sleep patterns. The good news is that there are some lifestyle changes that […]
Maintaining weight loss
People often ask dietitians ‘what is the best diet for losing weight?’, and we end up disappointing them by explaining that there is no perfect diet. What really works for long-term weight loss are the lifestyle changes a person makes. It is also essential to understand the importance of a balanced diet. Following an overly […]
