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What is Obesity, its Causes and Treatment

27 Sep, 2020

By Roohi Iqbal Shawl Obesity is a condition in which the body accumulates excessive amount of fat which affects the functioning of the body organs. The main cause of obesity is due to overeating. Overweight is a condition in which a person is weighing slightly more than his body weight. When our body weight is more than 10% then we are overweight. When it exceeds more than that we are said to be OBESE ....

Are you having enough Fiber?

28 Jun, 2020

By Zeina Bachir Despite its many health benefits, most of the population doesn’t seem to be eating enough dietary fiber. But why is fiber so important, and how can you make sure you're getting enough? "Fiber aids in the reduction of total and LDL cholesterol by binding to cholesterol in the gastrointestinal tract and moving it out of circulation,” It has also been proven to reduce the body's blood sugar response to...

The Deal with Pre & Post Workout Meals

29 May, 2020

The Deal with Pre & Post Workout Meals By Zeina Bachir There are so many schools of thought on when and what we should be eating before and after a workout. In my years of working as a Dietician in Dubai, I've been asked about this topic endlessly. The most important thing to remember is: Everybody is different. What works for one doesn’t necessarily work for another. What you can do is try out different methods and...

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