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"Eat less and move more." Oh, such simple advice, but is maintaining a healthy weight really that simple? We live in an era of nutritional misinformation and opinions galore. These days, it seems that everyone feels qualified to offer expert advice on diet, exercise and weight loss. With rising obesity rates all around the world, we are constantly searching for approaches to better manage our weight and our health.For decades, the main strategy for losing weight has been to cut back on calories. what nutritionists call an “energy-restricted diet.” Although this often works in the short term, it rarely produces...

What is a Mediterranean diet?Health researchers noticed that cultures in the Mediterranean region had lower rates of cardiovascular disease and determined that what those people eat (and don't eat) had something to do with it. Here are the general features of a Mediterranean dietary pattern:Plant foods as the main source of daily calories. These include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and legumes (like beans, peas, and lentils), with a preference for foods that are fresh and minimally processed to preserve nutrients.Olive oil as the main source of fat calories. Some research suggests that extra-virgin olive oil may contain beneficial substances...

Eat fat, be slim Research has shown a healthy high-fat diet can reset your metabolism and prevent obesity. Including good fats in our diets will also help our bodies better regulate blood sugar levels, burn fat stores, increase feelings of satiety and reduce hunger so we are less likely to binge on refined carbohydrates. Healthy fat nourishes your skin from within. Good fats are essential for healthy skin, hair and nails. They are often loaded with vitamins and free-radical-fighting antioxidants, making them anti-inflammatory. They help the body absorb fat-soluble nutrients such as vitamins A, D, E and K and phytonutrients...

Nutritious nut oils are food for the skin. Some contain agents that nurture and heal, helping to lock in the skin’s moisture or add shine and fullness to hair. Depending on the type of nut, many can offer natural healing properties for dermatological conditions such as eczema or psoriasis. Humans have been using nut oils in a variety of applications for thousands of years. An early Greek physician said walnuts combined with onion, salt and honey could heal bites from dogs or men. It’s said that King Tutankhamun went to the afterlife with a handful of almonds. In Roman times, newly married...

Yogurt facial masks You don’t have to go to a spa to give your face a quick assist. To cleanse your skin and tighten the pores, slather some plain yogurt on your face and let it sit for about 20 minutes. For a revitalizing homemade face mask, mix 1 teaspoon plain yogurt with the juice from 1/4 slice of orange, some of the orange pulp, and 1 teaspoon aloe. Leave the mixture on your face for at least five minutes before rinsing it off. You can also try these simple DIY face masks that will help unclog your pores. Mustard facial masks Pat...