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After a tiring day at the office, or after a strenuous workout (or both) we come home and we feel entirely drained of energy.

Some people prefer, in such case, taking all sorts of supplements, or sleeping it off, even if that affects their schedule.

However, you can fight such states of fatigue by healthy means.

Magnesium

This mineral is recommended in all cases of fatigue. In order not to interfere with the health of other organs or in order to avoid side effects, avoid supplements. However, you can get magnesium from nuts or seeds, (more…)

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Leggings are very fashionable nowadays.

I usually prefer wearing such clothing items during winter, as they are really comfortable and keep the cold away.

They also seem to keep my leg muscles firm.

And, if I eat a little bit too much, my belly and other unwanted fat around my waist seems to be elegantly concealed.

However, I’m having second thoughts on whether I should wear leggings this next fall and winter.

Sammy Margo, a physiotherapist based in London, claims that leggings do look good and help you stay in tune with fashion trends, but they might be (more…)

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The nettle leaf is a plant specific to the cold regions of Europe and Asia.

It has a vast history, being used for hundreds of years by our ancestors as a remedy for different medical conditions.

In spite of it being known as the ‘devil’s leaf’-due to its stinging effect-this plant has lots of health benefits.

However, not everyone appreciates its taste.

Still, the nettle leafs are very rich in nutrients and poor in calories, which makes them ideal for someone who wants to lose weight and detoxify at the same time.

Among herbs, this plant is one of the richest in vitamins, minerals and (more…)

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Tomatoes are so versatile, don’t you think?

It’s their high season now, so it’s worth giving them your full attention, as they provide impressive health benefits.

Here are a few ideas on how to enjoy tomatoes, in case you’re bored with your regular salad:

1. Eggplant and tomato sandwich

The main ingredients are one large eggplant, two medium tomatoes and 4 ounces of soft cheese. You also need one tablespoon of chopped basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard. Slice the eggplant and place (more…)

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Some of you may already know the drill: you have a baby – as soon as it is born, the real hustle starts.

In case you also love your job and you’ve decided to go back to that, then you surely don’t have time for anything else, between changing dippers, making sure your baby is healthy and going to work in between.

So how could you not gain weight? You start neglecting the proper diet you should have, and going to the gym seems a dream long gone.

The solution is much more unexpected than you might think. And very much into your reach, also!

An American dad, Joshua Levitt, shows us that you can use your (more…)

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If you are looking for an intensive training which should get the best out of you, search no more.

Try the Plyometrics program.

However, make sure you get a personal trainer in order to safely perform such exercises, because, as you will see, they might get dangerous.

Plyometrics aim at developing speed and strength.

By adopting this program, you will improve your athletic power, through the means of muscular contractions and stretching. The idea behind such training is that, by stretching the muscle before contracting it, the (more…)

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I’ve stumbled upon some studies which point out that some of ours habits make us eat more that we need, consequently making us gain weight:

1. Listening to music while eating

Music may be good for us while working out, but the effect is reversed when eating. It seems that listening to music when you have your meal leads to higher food intake. So, make sure you analyze your eating habits in (more…)

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Have you ever found yourself at difficulty establishing when dieting is enough and you should get back to your regular lifestyle?

Many of us fear this moment, as this means that you have lost enough weight, and the next step follows: maintaining the right weight.

This may be more difficult than the diet itself.

So, many choose to stay on the diet indefinitely. However, you do need to stop dieting when the following signs appear:

It’s already six months since you’ve started your diet

Why should you stop after six months? Scientists claim that any (more…)

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I’m realistic enough to admit that I usually sabotage myself when it comes to losing weight, be it when observing diet rules or working out regularly.

But what are the most common excuses we use in this respect and what can be done about them?

1. We’re too busy

This is the thing I hear most often from people who are trying to lose weight. If you have a job and, more than that, a family with several kids, then time is not on your side. However, something can be done about it, you just (more…)

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When I look back on my routine, I am always in a hurry, trying some quick fixes for my breakfast or lunch.

Most of the times I land up eating junkies because it seems I don’t have so many healthy “quick” options, except for cereals and whole wheat bread!

Here is one quick “healthy” recipe which you can whip up in a few minutes, as long as you have soaked the grains the previous night.

This is something you can wrap in a foil and eat on your way too! (more…)

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