How al dente pasta can help you lose weight

Unlike Americans, many of whom grew up on bland canned spaghetti, Italians insist that their pasta be cooked al dente, or “to the teeth,” a consistency that still retains some substance. May be slightly firm in the center. The pasta is chewier this way (perhaps a bit chewier than most Americans like). But this is a good thing. Not only […]

Weight loss success stories before and after

Gaining weight is very easy while losing weight is very difficult and complicated. To inspire you, my dear readers, I will share with you before and after weight loss success stories of some of my friends. Their stories will help motivate you to lose weight and stay fit and healthy. EMMA’S REUNITED LOVE Emma has shown me that having a […]

How to start losing weight through cycling

If you are one of those who made the decision to start changing your lifestyle to be fit and healthy, you may want to try cycling for exercise. Unlike weight training and running, which typically strain your ankles and other muscles, cycling is a low-impact exercise that burns as many or even twice as many calories as going to the […]

How does the South Beach diet work?

The South Beach Diet is another one of those diets that works with a strict low-carb eating plan. This is especially true during the first phase. However, this diet is not as strict as the Atkins diet. In my opinion, the South Beach diet is too strict. Carb limits are too high and not practical for the everyday dieter. The […]

5 quick and easy tips to lose weight

Are you looking for weight loss tips that will help you lose weight fast or weight loss tips that will keep it off forever? There is a big difference. It is tempting to opt for the first type of tip. Looking for shortcuts and quick results is just a part of human nature. The problem is that you will come […]

Chicken Maison will not be on lockdown

Two things are required every time someone reviews a Mediterranean/Middle Eastern restaurant that offers rotisserie chicken. First, there must be a comparison with the bird from Zankou Chicken as a point of reference. This is followed by maybe a paragraph or two about the accompanying garlic paste. This review will be no exception, so let’s clear it up: yes, Chicken […]