Clinical Study Shows Increased Protein Leads to Improvement in Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors Obesity often goes hand-in-hand with the Metabolic Syndrome – a cluster of five factors that include high blood pressure, a large waist circumference, elevated blood sugar and triglycerides, and reduced blood levels of HDL cholesterol. Weight reduction is one of the [...]
Traditionally we were taught that carbs should provide our body with its primary supply of energy. However, many people have confused fast releasing carbohydrates (pasta, cakes) and slow releasing carbs (whole grains, vegetables) eating too many of the former-the tempting, convenient, tasty variety! Most of us lead sedentary lives, so any excess energy from carbohydrate-rich [...]
As we grow older and exercise less, the task of staying fit and trim becomes even more difficult. And while a sensible diet combined with exercise is still the best answer, new research suggests that soy protein can play a major role in helping you achieve your weight loss goals faster.A significant number of research [...]
