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In the world of health and wellness, sugar cravings are one of the most subtle and challenging. Generally speaking, people get sugar cravings, act on it, and feel some guilt afterwards, only to repeat the whole cycle all over again. Sugar cravings have a way of getting to people at just the right time of the day, and while some people can make quick changes and overcome them, others need a bit more help. Here are 11 more useful tips to stop sugar cravings: 1. When you experience a craving and hunger at the same time, force yourself to have a healthy meal rather than junk food. 2. Drink a glass of water. Some people say that dehydration can cause cravings. 3. Eat a fruit. Having a piece of fruit may help satisfy sugar cravings for some people. Bananas, apples, oranges work great. 4. Avoid artificial sweeteners. If you feel that artificial sweeteners trigger cravings for you, you might want to avoid them. 5. Eat more protein. Protein is great for satiety, and it may h

Detox  water have become very popular and there are many different recipes that you can make. Detox water is any infused water recipe that helps flush your system of toxins and improves your health. Some detox water recipes have beneficial ingredients which help your body in some ways (like boost metabolism, weight loss), but the main beneficial ingredient is water. Detox water is great to bring along with you and sip all day as a delicious hydrating treat. Here are 5 healthy detox water: 1. Honey, Lemon and Ginger Ingredients 1/2 lemon 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 inch ginger 1 glass warm water How to Prepare 1. Heat a glass of water. Do not boil it. 2. Crush the ginger. 3. Add the lemon juice, crushed ginger, and honey to the glass of warm water. 4. Drink it while it is still warm. Health Benefits Honey contains vitamins and minerals such as calcium, copper, potassium, magnesium, manganese, and zinc. It helps in metabolizing cholesterol and fatty acids. Honey

Green tea  is one of the most popular beverages in the world. Its use begins thousands of years ago in China and gradually, thanks to its health benefits, it spread throughout the world. G reen tea has been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine.  Weight loss, cardiovascular benefits, cancer prevention and much more are heard around green tea.  I am going to pinpoint some of the myths and facts about green tea, so when you are bragging about it to your friends and family, at least, you have the right information. #Myth 1:Green tea and black tea are extracted from different plants. Fact : T his myth doesn’t exactly have any impact on your health, but it doesn’t hurt to know the truth. Although green tea is high and mighty compared to the black tea, most people believe that green tea is never even in the shadow of black tea or any other kinds of tea for that matter. People believe every tea plant is different. In reality, there is only one plant or a shrub that’s

Do you exercise on an empty stomach? It won’t help you lose weight. Here’s what you should eat before, during and after the workout to lose the kilos in a sustained manner. PRE-WORK OUT Exercising with a full stomach is not ideal therefore eating at the right time is important. Even an empty stomach can distract a person during workout. The major source of fuel for the body is carbohydrate therefore it is ideal to have something rich in carbohydrates. Therefore, one must have easily digestible carbohydrates that can help prevent the hunger during exercise and give you energy. Ensure that there is a gap of at least 20 minutes to half-an-hour between the meal and the exercise session. Here’s a list of foods that are considered ideal to eat before a workout: 1. Peanut butter sandwich-  Yes, you heard it right. But the trick here is to opt for whole wheat or multigrain bread for the sandwich. If you’re working out in the morning then have a brown bread peanut butter sandwich

In  our modern life, digestive problems have become a part of our daily routine. Albeit often an inconvenient, painful or embarrassing one.  Your digestive health is directly impacted by the foods you eat and the lifestyle you live. By taking steps to improve your digestive health, you'll help your digestive system to function more efficiently, improving your overall health and sense of well-being. "As a dietitian I believe that real food (and a healthy lifestyle) is powerful medicine and that with just a few adjustments to what you eat, when you eat and how you eat you can noticeably improve your digestion." If gas, bloating, heartburn, nausea, constipation or diarrhea are part of your everyday life, you’re not alone.   Try these tips for better digestive health: 1. Consume a Balanced Diet Choose a variety of foods from each food group, especially fiber-rich fruits, vegetables and grains as well as certain yogurts and fluids. Whole fruits and vegeta