A starch is a complex carbohydrate, which consists of sugar, starch and fiber. According to dietary recommendations and based on a 2,000 calorie diet, most of us should be consuming between 45-65% of our daily calories from carbohydrates. This means that, following a 2,000 calorie diet, you should consume anywhere between 225-325 grams of carbohydrates
Glug, glug, glug……ahhhhh….soooooooo refreshing. That is usually my reaction after drinking a nice, tall glass of cold water on a hot day. So, let’s get the basics out of the way first. I am sure most people by now know that our bodies are made up of about 50-60% water. Often wonder why you don’t
When you think of “diets” what immediately pops into your mind? Keto? Paleo? Whole30? And the list goes on. There are so many fads diets promising quick fixes and rapid weight loss with no lifestyle and habit changes. This will ultimately lead to failure and yo-yo dieting in the long run. So why
Over time, the word metabolism has taken on many different meanings. In the most widely acknowledged meaning, however, metabolism is referred to as the process by which your body converts food and beverages into energy. Essentially what this means is that the calories from what you eat and drink are combined with oxygen to release
Surprisingly, this concept has been the cause of much debate within the fitness industry over the years. The concept seems simple at its surface, but in all actuality it is a bit more complex than it seems. Let’s dive right on in! At one end of the spectrum, there are those who believe that calories