Category: Diet & Food

“Is there any right way to ask someone to lose weight for you?” That’s the question a guy anonymously asked the world via a recent Humans of New York feature. The world was quick to inform him that no, it’s not okay to ask your significant other to lose weight for you, especially when it’s

With every passing year, it seems there are more promising fat removal options than ever. If you’re looking for a quick fix, these treatments swear that they’ll suck, tuck, or freeze fat off of your body in a snap. And that all sounds great—in theory. The latest high-tech weight-loss tool promising to make losing fat

Food is the number one weapon against the rise in lifestyle-related disease, says Reece Carter, naturopath and Jodi Lee Foundation Trust Your Gut ambassador. It all comes down to the gut-brain axis, the idea that the digestive system and nervous system are closely connected. “But with so much information out there around how to eat well,

If you’re pinching an inch or more, you know the frustration: What’s it take to tame the jiggle in the middle? “When it comes to losing belly fat, there’s a lot of misinformation out there,” says Dr Holly Lofton, an assistant professor of medicine and director of the weight management program at NYU Langone Medical

BEFORE: 138kg AFTER: 61kg   I grew up in a home that did not put a focus on healthy eating habits or the importance of physical activity. I played sports when I was younger, but once I grew into my teenage years, I gave those activities up, turning to a “party” lifestyle and was more focused

My love for coffee started in high school with weak, syrupy-sweet petrol station “cappuccinos.” Then in college, I graduated to Donut King, then Starbucks, then fancy hipster roasts. Somewhere along the way, though, this glorious brew became more of a necessity than an enjoyment. Hectic mornings during which I had to choose between brewing coffee and

If you’ve just hopped on the weight-loss train, your first stop is probably Meal Prep Ville, population: all of Instagram. People who are obsessed with their mason jars, salad stacking, and slow cookers will tell you that making their breakfasts, lunches, and dinners ahead of time has changed their lives and their bodies—for the better.

Normally, I hit the scale each morning as part of my daily routine. I’m not desperately trying to lose a few pounds, but rather maintain my weight and identify trends between what I eat, how I feel, and how well I ride. Regularly tracking your weight has its benefits. You can learn whether you’ve fuelled yourself

Quinoa is done, turmeric is trés passé and kale is so 2014 – jujube is the new superfood about to blow up on Instagram feeds around the world. What is it? This small red fruit – also known as a red date, Chinese date, Korean date, or Indian date – has been used in parts

Name: Amy O’DowdAge: 29Occupation: Primary School TeacherHometown: MelbourneStarting weight: 87.6kgCurrent weight: 68kg What prompted you to start your fitness journey, was there a particular moment or realisation? I was simply sick of feeling sluggish and uncomfortable with how I looked. I had returned from a holiday to Sri Lanka and after seeing the photos I

We store ours in the freezer to keep them fresh and more nutritious, ensuring the oats, nuts and seeds donʼt go rancid. Ingredients 150 g (1/2 cup) unprocessed honey 150 g tahini 70 g butter 200 g (1 1/2 cups) gluten-free rolled oats 80 g (1/2 cup) sunfl ower seeds 80 g (1/2 cup) flaxseeds 60 g

When she was at 179kgs, Maria Odugba finally found a workout that worked for her. The University of Central Florida grad student, who has struggled with her weight all her life, has shed 55kgs after discovering yoga, sharing her journey on her Instagram account. She regularly posts photos of her impressive yoga skills, including splits, arm

Meatballs are seriously underrated. Not only are they a great orderve but go with just about everything! They are great in wraps, salads, pastas and or just on their own! Some Handy Tips & Tricks: Meatballs should always be thoroughly cooked. A good guide is to insert a skewer into the thickest part; if it is

You always hear that breakfast is the most important meal — but what you have for lunch can make or break a big chunk of your day, too. Choose the right combination, and you can maintain energy all day long. But select the wrong balance, and you can be left cranky, irritable, and hungry before

No matter how you slice it, weight loss isn’t easy. But unless you have an underlying physical condition like hypothyroidism that impairs your ability to shed pounds, it doesn’t have to feel exhausting, next-to-impossible, or mind-numbingly frustrating. Trust us. Here are seven common signs you’re making it harder on yourself to slim down. 1. You’re

With laser hair removal a mainstay, it was only a matter of time before machines moved on to our other body beef – fat. We know you’re smashing it at the gym but if you’re curious about a leg up, this could be it. And much like our hair removal MVP there’s no surgery and

Canberra office worker, Natalie Dean, weighed 119 kilos and could barely squeeze into a size 20. A true junk food addict, she’d eat greasy takeaway meals for lunch and dinner. She was even diagnosed with facet join disorder because her fat was crushing the nerves in her face, making her numb. Desperate to change after

Packed with all of the good stuff this salad will become one of your go-tos. Ingredients 4 x 180g sirloin steaks 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp fennel seeds, crushed 1/2 tsp cracked pepper 1/2 tsp dried mint 1/2 bunch kale, finely shredded 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded 1 cup green cabbage, finely shredded

Name: Sami Rose Age: 31 Occupation: Personal Trainer/Online Coach Hometown: Brisbane Highest weight: 75kg Lowest weight: 49.9kg Current weight: 62-64kg What prompted you to start your health and fitness transformation, was there a particular moment or realisation? Initially I began my weight loss journey when I realised how uncomfortable and self-conscious I felt after gaining weight

When it comes to weight loss, we’ve heard so many different rules, it’s a little exhausting. Some people say you can eat whatever you want as long as you hit around 1,200 calories a day, others say throw out calorie counting, just eat whatever you want as long as the foods are “clean.” The diets