New Study Finds That Eating Whole Grains Increases Metabolism and Digestive Calorie Losses

New Study Finds That Eating Whole Grains Increases Metabolism and Digestive Calorie Losses

 New findings into whole grains and their effect on weight management.

 
Newswise — BOSTON (Feb. 8, 2017)—A new study suggests that substituting whole grains for refined grains in the diet increases calorie loss by reducing calories retained during digestion and speeding up metabolism. This research is published in tandem with a study on the effect of whole grains on gut microbiota. Both studies are published online today in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Epidemiology studies have suggested health benefits of whole grains and high dietary fiber intake, including for glycemic control and insulin sensitivity. There has been controversy, however, about whether whole grains and fiber are beneficial for weight regulation, partially because there hasn’t been data from controlled metabolic studies. This new study provided food to participants for eight weeks and may help explain how whole grain consumption is beneficial for weight management.

Your Weight Is Just A Number

Your Weight Is Just A Number


Pretty much the only people who talk openly about their weight are models and wrestlers—oh, and Sam Escobar. The beauty editor at Good Housekeeping doesn't get why people are so hush-hush about the number on the scale. That kind of secrecy can lead to all sorts of shaming for not being the right weight (like that exists!). As Escobar tweeted:

I sometimes get asked why my weight is in my bio and FYI it's bc I think it's weird how people have no idea what different weights look like

— Sam Escobar (@myhairisblue) August 17, 2016

Anyway like I said I'm 172 lbs/size 12-14 and this is what I look like so WAZZAAAP & show me ur beautiful selfies!! pic.twitter.com/KQGPy9nw8J

— Sam Escobar (@myhairisblue) August 17, 2016

Escobar told SELF: "I hope people feel more inclined to not hate themselves for whatever number [their weight] is, and not see negative connotations to certain numbers.”
Following Escobar's lead, dozens of people tweeted how much they weigh (with a selfie, of course), and the result is amazing. There's no better way to prove once and for all that the number on the scale is just that—a number. It's not your happiness, your confidence, or your self-worth. Check out these kick-ass replies:

Effective Strategies for Body Image

Whether is it our physical health, our body shape, our weight, our wrinkles, love handles, sagging skin… Many of us are looking for some quick fix that will help us get us rid of all those annoying and unwanted “imperfections” and make us feel emotionally better.

I really feel this article is important for people who are struggling with body image and issues surrounding that topic.


Body Image

21 Reasons to Reduce Your Sugar Intake

Sugar is the new bugbear that is detrimental to our health.  It has been known for ages but Nutritionists are warning of the many side effects of sugar.

It is as well to pay attention with obesity almost being an epidemic.  This article explains in detail reasons why we must reduce sugar intake for our health that even has little to do with weight.

21 Reasons To Reduce Your Sugar Intake

Understanding Anorexia

Having just waved good bye to my niece whose daughter has Anorexia, this is article most appropriate to share.  It identifies the symptoms clearly and helps us understand this condition more.

Understanding Anorexia