Tag: weight-loss
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Top 10 Rules of Healthy Eating
When we talk about healthy eating, we usually think about foods that are “allowed,” meaning those that support our health, and those that are “not allowed,” meaning foods that may, to a greater or lesser extent, harm our health or lead to illness. Salad, tomatoes, cucumbers, or potatoes are often seen as healthy foods. However,…
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Fatty Liver Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Diet
If you’ve ever seen advertisements for “detox teas,” you should know that your body already has a powerful detox organ. That organ is the liver. And the liver doesn’t just detoxify—it plays an essential role in many other processes that keep us alive and healthy. Functions of the Liver The liver is one of the…
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What to Eat (and Avoid) When You Have Heartburn: A Pharmacist’s Guide
If you’ve ever felt that burning sensation creeping up your chest after a heavy meal, you know what I’m talking about — heartburn. It’s one of the most common digestive complaints, and while it’s not usually dangerous, it can make everyday life pretty uncomfortable. As a pharmacist (and foodie), I’m all about combining medical knowledge…
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Insulin – is he really the Bad Guy?
What is insulin?Recently, I had another poll on my Instagram page with the question:Insulin is:a. A Caribbean islandb. A Mediterranean dishc. A hormone Of course, most people knew it was a hormone, but a few humorous individuals chose the other two answers, just to respect the democratic nature of the page to the fullest.Insulin is,…
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Why do I get cravings?(especially in the evening)
A few days ago, I asked a question on my Instagram profile: “When do you most often experience cravings?” Over 80% of respondents answered – in the evening. You know how it goes: you’ve been disciplined all day, eating only what you planned, staying within your calorie budget, tracking your macros, and then sometime after…
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Do Carbs Make Me Fat?
“Cut the sugar!” – that’s usually the first piece of advice we get when trying to lose weight, especially fat. The results after doing so can vary, but for many people, it ends in the yo-yo effect: we realize we can’t sustain a sugar-free lifestyle for long and fall back into old habits, often regaining…
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Why Do I Get Tired?
You’re probably thinking, What kind of silly question is that? I asked myself the same thing after the thought crossed my mind during a workout, when I felt tired after just five kilometers of running. Of course, I would feel tired—especially since I’m not particularly well-trained at the moment. But I asked myself why that…
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How to Identify Hidden Sugars in Food
You’ve decided that starting this Monday, you’re cutting out sugar. You’re either continuing with the same diet or trying a variation that involves little to no sugar. You’ve attempted this before with varying success, or maybe you’ve seen online that many people have lost a lot of weight in a short period by following a…
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How to Prevent Muscle Pain After Training?
Muscle pain after training, known as DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness), usually occurs 24-48 hours after intense physical activity. Although pain is a normal occurrence for those who train, there are ways to alleviate it and prevent excessive discomfort. Muscle pain usually occurs in beginners, people who have just started training and are not used…
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10,000 Steps a Day – Truth or Myth?
Myth. This doesn’t mean that movement itself is a myth—movement is essential for good health—but the number 10,000 is more of a myth than a scientifically proven benchmark. How did we arrive at 10,000 steps? Why not 11,000, 9,000, or 10,543? A single company, one device, and one event set the foundation for one of…
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The Hungry Pharmacist 