When someone wants to make a healthy change in their eating, carbs are often the first thing to go. Popular diets like the keto and Mediterranean diets encourage followers to take pasta, bread and other carbohydrate-rich foods out of their kitchen, and to instead focus on proteins and vegetables. These diets can be beneficial in … Read more
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The ketogenic diet, or keto diet, has become a household name, thanks to celebrity endorsements and promises of effortless weight loss by cutting out carbohydrates from our diet. While it may help shed a few kilos, new research published in the Cell Reports Medicine, suggests that this controversial diet could have serious downsides, including an … Read more
Keto diets and ketone supplements have gained popularity among endurance runners for their potential to delay fatigue, but new research suggests they do not give athletes an advantage. A review of keto diet studies published in medical journal Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach did not identify any significant advantages or disadvantages for endurance runners’ aerobic … Read more
A favourite is Orka (G/F, 36 Wyndham Street, Central. Tel: 3489 1217). This casual eatery focuses on delicious food sourced responsibly, served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Dishes at Orka. Photo: Orka I love the communal vibe, perfect for triggering the parasympathetic response (“rest and digest”). The must-try is the Salmon BLT Blaze. Bonus … Read more
