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Do Meal Replacement Diets Really Work?

Do Meal Replacement Diets Really Work?

A meal replacement diet literally involves main meals being replaced with low-kilojoule powdered shakes and snack bars. The aim is to reduce the overall energy intake, thus aiding weight-loss. There is evidence to suggest that a meal replacements are an effective way to lose weight. However, it is not a long-term fix and more general knowledge is required before undertaking such a diet program. How Does Meal Replacement Work? Anything that is labelled as a meal replacement is a kilojoule-controlled product. Such products are designed to facilitate rapid weight-loss whilst conserving lean body mass (the muscles and organs). Usually, meal...
Britain is the Unhealthiest Nation in Europe

Britain is the Unhealthiest Nation in Europe

Results from a new study have concluded that Britain has the unhealthiest diet in Europe. According to the data, ultra-processed junk food is the reason behind Britain’s unhealthy eating habits. Eating large amounts of these foods will lead to an increased risk of obesity, heart attacks and stroked. Food like crisps, chicken nuggets and ready meals make up half of the meals consumed in the average household. These foods don’t contain many fresh ingredients or much nutritional value. Britain has Seriously Unhealthy Eating Habits The study examined the diets of 19 European countries and found that Britain’s consumption of...
TV Advertising Increasing Junk Food Cravings in Teenagers

TV Advertising Increasing Junk Food Cravings in Teenagers

Today, obesity levels are on the increase with young people at risk. According to NHS data from 2016/17, 20% of children are already obese by ages 10 and 11. Even if children manage to remain a healthy weight, they are still vulnerable to dangerous weight gain as teenagers. According to a recent study, TV advertising is a likely problem. Advertising Could Be Fuelling the Obesity Crisis A new report conducted by Cancer Research UK indicates that junk food consumption amongst teenagers directly links to advertising. According to the report, teenagers who watch over three hours of commercial TV daily are likely to increase their junk food...
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