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
As the chill sets in, soup season is upon us. And we’re all looking to get cosy and warm. So one TikTok user, known as @ketorecipes, has revealed a scrumptious hack to boost your health while indulging in comfort food. The creator’s viral tip for a protein-packed meal involves a simple twist on butternut squash … Read more
This is berry good news for Ozempic users. Smoothie King this week became the first quick-service chain to introduce a special menu for people who use GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic. The five new smoothies contain 20 grams of protein or more — and no added sugar — which the Dallas-based company says will help customers … Read more
It only took about 7,000 years, but quinoa has finally arrived in the mainstream. Better late than never for the ancient whole grain first cultivated in the Andes region of South America. The nutritional powerhouse packs protein and carbohydrates – two essential macronutrients the body needs in large amounts. In the 2010s, quinoa started to … Read more
Two decades ago, a restaurant called Veda opened in Arbuthnot Road in Hong Kong’s Central district. Seating 160 diners, Veda – the name taken from the earliest known body of Sanskrit literature – was the first restaurant of its kind in Hong Kong, boasting a menu of contemporary Indian dishes at a time when other … Read more
Plant-based milk alternatives differ widely in taste, but whether you choose oat, soy, coconut or almond also makes a difference in terms of calories. For those watching their daily calorie intake, almond or coconut milk are the best options, as they only contain 13 to 21 kilocalories (kcal) per 100ml, according to a German consumer … Read more
One woman in her seventies, born and raised in the village of Kunohe in Iwate prefecture, recalled her days in junior school when she ate dragonflies a few times with friends. “I was told that dragonflies were good for my health because they are gods,” she said. “When we would play near the mountains or … Read more
Pregnant women are another example, said Seto. They need “extra protein to support the growth of the baby and the placenta as well as to handle the increased blood volume and changes in the body”, she said. That means consuming 1.1g/kg each day. “The protein requirements are even higher for multi-foetal gestations: An extra 25g … Read more
Experts say a quick-to-make pre-meal drink could aid in weight loss. This beverage, which is growing in popularity on social media due to its results, can be made within seconds. It works by prolonging the sensation of fullness, possibly preventing over-consumption and unnecessary snacking – assisting you in adhering to a healthy diet. All you … Read more
Last week, viewers were treated by the release of the highly anticipated Gladiator II trailer. It a ttracted vast amounts of media attention both in the press and on social media. Paul Mescal, who leads in the film as Lucius, has undergone an extreme physical transformation for the role, which hasn’t gone unnoticed. TikTok videos … Read more
