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8 Surprising Sources of Empty Calories you May Be Overlooking

February 28, 2023

There’s a lot of noise about how one should avoid junk food while trying to lose weight and one of the main reasons we ask you to do so is because of the high number of empty calories in them. So, what exactly are empty calories? Empty calories come from foods that though are filling but provide little to no nutritional value, have high amount of sugar and unhealthy fats. When food with empty calories is consumed, our bodies do not receive nutrients to perform normal functions and to source out nutrients, the body sends out hunger signals all over again, as a result, we consume more calories, leading to calorie surplus. When there is calorie surplus, the body stores the extra energy as fat. If empty calories are part of our daily diet, and we are consuming more calories than we burn, weight gain is imminent. Additionally, a diet that is high in empty calories will increase the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, etc. Also, with a diet high in empty calories, nutritional deficiencie...

10 Green Vegetables That Are Good For Weight Loss

February 26, 2023

Green is the color of freshness, growth, abundance, and green is also the color that leads to good health. Experts recommend to “eat the rainbow” which means including natural foods like fruits and vegetables in different colors, representing the rainbow, like red, yellow, orange, purple, and of course green in your daily diet. In particular, green vegetables (with high chlorophyll), have abundant vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, bundled together in just a few calories. We are not talking about limiting greens to kale and spinach. There’s a whole lot of green veggies that help a great deal with weight loss too. We can safely say that with green veggies, it’s not only possible to lose weight, they will get you in the “pink of your health.” In this article, we list down 10 green vegetables that are good for weight loss. 1. Broccoli: Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that is full of nutrients and has numerous health benefits too that you should absolutely know about. Sinc...

Can you Eat Mangoes While Trying To Lose Weight?

February 24, 2023

Summer is here! And this season brings along with it fresh fruits, and the yummiest of them all, mangoes, in abundance! In India alone, there are more than 1500 varieties available, all with different taste and flavour, and that’s why, mango has attained the status as national fruit of India. No matter the kind of diet you are following, it’s impossible to resist the temptation of biting into a juicy, ripe mango. But when you are steadily losing weight, you would not want to hamper the progress by having things that might act as roadblocks, even if it’s your favorite fruit “mango.” There’s a lot of buzz around how mangoes may not actually fit into a weight loss diet, but when you have waited all year long for the mango season to arrive, don’t you want to find out if you can eat mangoes while trying to lose weight? Let’s find out: To Eat or Not – Will Mangoes Hamper your Weight Loss Goals? Fruits are the best way to amp up nutrition. As we all know, in summers, fruits are available i...

7 Eating Habits To Follow While on a Weight Loss Journey

February 23, 2023

Weight loss is not just about consuming fewer calories and burning out more, there are some unwritten rules that when followed correctly bring faster weight loss results. Along with changing lifestyle habits like eating more home-cooked food, getting more physically active, one should form good eating habits while on a weight loss plan to achieve success. In this article, we have listed out 7 eating habits to follow on a weight loss journey. 1. Eating only on Scheduled Meal Timings: It’s extremely important to stick to regular meal and snack timings when trying to lose weight to avoid frequent snacking, mindless grazing, keep the metabolism up, and helps to maintain a balanced diet and steady supply of energy. That’s why, the weight loss diets on Rati Beauty app help you chalk out a perfect meal plan that can help you slim down without food deprivation. 2. Being Mindful, Doing Nothing Else While Eating: Have you noticed how you eat for longer while watching TV or binge watching...

Can I Eat Instant Noodles While Trying To Lose Weight?

February 22, 2023

Instant noodle is one of the most popular comfort food the world over! Busy bees who have no time to prepare elaborate breakfast in the morning, students living in hostels, bachelors living on their own and on a tight budget, people working in 10-hour shifts, night owls, and just about everyone turns to instant noodles to make their lives easier. Instant noodles often get packed into tiffins of fussy eaters by moms who are pressed for time. The biggest catch with instant noodles is that you just need hot water and 2 minutes to conjure up a flavourful meal. Also, it’s a quick snack that you can have anytime during the day. It also helps that it is cheap, you can get a packet for just 10 rupees, and it’s easily available everywhere too. Though they have received a rap in recent years for being made entirely from refined flour, food companies have sort of tried to add some “healthy” factor by making them in atta and oat variants now. Instant noodles are so popular are in India that yo...

6 Most Overrated Ways of Losing Weight

February 21, 2023

Fad diets and crash diets have painted this picture in everyone’s mind that you need to make dramatic changes to your eating habits and lifestyle in order to lose weight. You can drop extra pounds by eating normal roti, chawal, sabzi, fruits – surprised?! You need to check the diet plans on the Rati Beauty app to know how to do just that. But for now, we are listing out some extremely overrated ways of losing weight, which though are effective, but ineffective in the absence of a calorie-deficit diet and some of them do not have any substantial evidence to back their claims. So, do make sure you are not falling for the hype to avoid disappointments in your weight loss journey. 1. Cardio: Cardio is good, but cardio is not great for weight loss. Experts say too much cardio rakes up the appetite. Also, people tend to overestimate calories burnt during cardio (profuse sweating is one reason) and compensate by eating more food and calories. Try a mix of activities – walking, yoga, HIIT (...

Does Poor Sleep Make It Difficult to Lose Belly Fat?

February 19, 2023

Crunches, sit-ups, yoga, crash dieting – people try them all and even though notice the extra fat melting off from everywhere, the belly fat doesn’t budge! More than the gym, eating the right foods help shed extra pounds, but when it comes to belly fat, a few more kinks need to be ironed out, and following a proper sleep routine is one of them. In this article, we will discuss how poor sleep has a undeniable impact on belly fat and how you can improve sleep hygiene to get flat abs of your dreams. The Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Belly Fat: A lot of studies have found a strong link between sleep deprivation and weight gain, most of it on and around the belly. We already know how sleeping for just a few hours can increase the appetite by a great degree the next day, a study says you can consume up to 300 calories extra than normal. Researchers have also found that people who get only 4 hours of shut-eye had a 9% increase in belly fat than people who managed to sleep soundly for ...

6 Food Gift Ideas For Someone on a Diet

February 18, 2023

It’s part of Indian tradition to bring along sweets and treats as gifts while visiting family and friends. Sweets, chocolates, confectionary, cookies, cakes, baked items – these are some of goodies we love to gift our near and dear ones, but with people increasingly becoming health conscious, and a majority of them on a diet, the goodies mentioned above are totally off the radar. So, what kind of food should you gift to someone who is trying to lose weight and staying off high sugar, high-calorie food, and would not really appreciate visiting them with mithai boxes full of ladoos and kaju katlis. So, here are a few awesome options to take along that would put a smile on their face! 1. Dark Chocolate: There’s a lot of positive research on how dark chocolate can boost weight loss. Even though dark chocolate cannot be considered as a silver bullet to melt away extra pounds, various studies have established that dark chocolate with more than 70% cocoa can actually help shed pounds. The h...

5 Reasons Why Apple Cider Vinegar Helps with Weight Loss

February 17, 2023

Apple cider vinegar is hyped as an ingredient that can boost the fat-burning process; with many people pinning all their weight loss hopes on a jar of this tangy, acidic juice without straightening up their diet or amping up their physical activity. But is apple cider vinegar worth all the hype? ACV is used in many different ways – to spot treat acne, to clear dandruff, even as a clarifying treatment to remove scalp buildup. Also, apple cider vinegar has been used since ancient times for its anti-microbial properties, in traditional medicine to lower cholesterol, and even as a preservative. As mentioned earlier, though ACV shots have gained popularity as a tool in the battle against the bulge, the fact remains that there’s no single ingredient that can replace a calorie-deficit diet and consistent exercise. So, let’s dig into reasons why apple cider vinegar helps with weight loss. What is Apple Cider Vinegar? Raw, unfiltered, minimally processed apple cider vinegar has antioxid...

6 Things To Be Proud of While Losing Weight

February 15, 2023

Weight loss is often considered a journey where you set a goal and move ahead making healthier choices and lifestyle changes along the way. All through this journey, you need to practice self love, be body positive, and celebrate every small milestone; where every pound dropped should be an achievement to be proud of. The right mindset to adopt during such a journey should be the confidence that you can achieve whatever goals you have set for yourself. The truth is that many people get so much obsessed with the weighing scale and get fixated on their failures, they tend to ignore smaller milestones they are achieving. Do remember, you are setting an example for your friends, family, and most importantly, your kids to make healthier choices. From saying no to “foods” that you know will not nourish your body and would in fact derail your progress, here are 5 things you should absolutely be proud of while losing weight. 1. You are Working Towards a Better Version of Yourself: And that i...

Does Raw Garlic Help with Weight Loss?

February 14, 2023

Garlic is a key ingredient in Indian cooking and Indian moms just love to use the combination of ginger-garlic paste to make curries rich and flavourful. Garlic also has been used since ages in ancient medicine, to boost immunity to cure cough/cold, and also to treat heart disease. Recently, garlic has also gained popularity as an anti-dote for obesity, but is there any truth behind its fat-burning properties? Let’s find out: Garlic has metabolism-boosting properties. But apart from that, raw garlic has a compound called allicin that has been shown to inhibit weight gain, burn brown fat, and improve insulin resistance as well. All these factors improve fat metabolism. Also read: “24 Things you Have Done Today That Might Hamper Weight Loss.” Garlic also has been found to act as an appetite suppressant. There’s a mention in the Journal of Nutrition which implies that garlic supplementation seems to reduce waist circumference as well. However, overconsumption of garlic has been found ...

5 Things Never To Do While Trying To Lose Weight

February 12, 2023

Losing weight can actually become a never-ending battle when the right kind of strategies are not followed. People often realize quite late that it’s not possible to lose weight through exercise alone, in fact, following a calorie-deficit diet without compromising on nutrition is the key to lose weight because fatigue, lethargy, hair fall, loss of lean muscle, nutritional deficiencies, are some side effects when a healthy diet and balanced diet has not been followed while trying to shed extra pounds. In fact, go through this list of 5 Things Never To Do While Trying To Lose Weight. 1. Picking Every Food That Carries the Tag “Healthy”: While food labelling helps us to make safe and healthier food choices, food companies can sometimes misguide and add misleading labels just to sell their products. For example, some food products may carry the tag “0% sugar free,” – they add sugar under different names- “invert syrup, fructose, maltose, corn syrup, malt sugar, high fructose c...

7 Ways Sugar Hurts your Weight Loss Goals

February 10, 2023

If no one has told you this before, we are going to reveal that right away – sugar can hurt your weight loss goals more than fat! Candies, sweets, ice cream, chocolates, pastries, baked goodies, every food that is high in sugar can create a big hurdle in your weight loss journey. In fact, eliminating sugar can be a game-changer! Additionally, this important change can lower the risk of so many chronic diseases, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular issues to name a few. Research says we are consuming way more sugar than what experts consider is within normal limits – we love to add heaps to chai, coffee, have sugary treats and desserts to lower stress, calm jittery nerves, and fight boredom! Excess sugar leads to weight gain, there’s on doubt about it and it has become increasingly difficult to avoid sugar because it can be sneaked into everyday foods like bread, yogurt, salad dressing, ketchup, snacks, cereals, juices, health drinks, and in so many other ways. Wondering why it becomes ...

Is Muesli Good For Weight Loss?

February 08, 2023

There are many foods available in the supermarket aisles that are marketed as “healthy” and come in packages that take minimum effort to put together. Corn flakes and muesli are two such options that serve as a convenient breakfast option for busy bees who are always pressed for time yet want to have something “healthy.” Packaged muesli primarily comprises of multigrain cereals, rolled oats, but may also have rice, corn, wheat bran, candied fruits, nuts like almonds, walnuts, raisins, sugar, etc. In addition, they may be tossed in invert syrup for added sweetness along with added flavours to appeal to the tastebuds of consumers. Muesli can be quickly prepared with either milk, yogurt, fruit juices such as orange juice, coconut milk, almond milk, etc. Muesli is considered a much healthier option than granola, but is muesli good for weight loss? Before you add the next packet of muesli to your grocery cart, read on to find the truth: Will Muesli Fit into your Weight Loss Diet? If the ...

Is Movie Theater Popcorn Good For Weight Loss?

February 05, 2023

Whether you love watching a funny rom-com or an exciting thriller at the movie theater, a tub (or sometimes two) of crunchy, buttery popcorn is a must have! We have to admit it – theater popcorn tastes the best and try as you may, you would not be able to “pop” the same kind of tastebud-tickling version at home inside a pressure cooker. At the movie theater, you can take your pick from the classic butter salted version, to spicy Mexican cheese, caramel, even tiramisu and tandoori! Since popcorn is considered a light and low-calorie snack, we do not even think twice while picking it up, especially while watching a 2-1/2 hour long Bollywood movie. So, if you are trying to lose weight and on a diet, we know you would like to find out whether movie theater popcorn is actually good for your goals. So, let’s find out: The Truth About Movie Theater Popcorn A tub of popcorn is not something you would even consider remotely unhealthy or high in calories, but startling findings regarding the...

4 Best Protein Sources From Frozen Section of Grocery Store

February 04, 2023

Contrary to popular opinion, stuff from the frozen section is not necessarily unhealthy (just keep away from the frozen pizza, cake and ice creams please), you just have to pick up the right ones that would fit into a healthy diet plan. Frozen veggies tend to retain their nutrients, and hardly need preservatives because they are stored at low temperatures. Talking about protein, it’s a macronutrient that experts say plays an important role in weight loss. Protein keeps you full for longer, builds and preserves muscle mass, and burns a lot of calories too. If you find yourself frequently hungry every few hours, amp up protein intake to keep tabs on appetite. Since there’s so much emphasis on protein, let’s find out best sources of protein from the frozen section of your local supermarket/grocery store. These frozen items we have listed below are good sources of protein, healthy, and are minimally processed. 1. Frozen Green Peas: A low-calorie veggie that’s available throughout the ye...

Is Soy Milk Good For Weight Loss?

February 03, 2023

A widely popular non-dairy milk alternative, soy milk is the preferred choice among vegans and lactose-intolerant people. A good source of protein and calcium, soy milk is gaining popularity due to its long list of health benefits. Research vouches for soy milk’s cholesterol-lowering properties (phytosterols in soy blocks absorption of cholesterol and that’s why found to improve heart health). Soy milk is also low in saturated fat and also has a good fiber content; there’s also riboflavin and vitamin B12 that boost metabolism. With so many benefits associated with soy milk, there’s a common question we often get asked – is soy milk good and safe for weight loss, especially since there’s a lot of controversy regarding the estrogen-mimicking properties of soy milk and products. How Soy Milk Promotes Weight Loss? There’s just 54 calories in 100 ml of soy milk with approximately 4 gm of protein for the same quantity. Its high plant-based protein keeps you fuller for longer, curbs appe...

Is Bajra Good For Weight Loss?

February 02, 2023

Millets are making a comeback! and how! Though wheat and rice are staple in Indian kitchens, people have realized the multiple health benefits associated with millets, and are including them as part of their daily diet or replacing atta and rice with them. Research speaks a lot in favour of these ancient grains because they have so many nutrients packed together. In fact, the government of India, in a bid to promote millets among people, has declared International Year of Millets on January 1, 2023. Whether it’s finger millet (ragi), amaranth (rajgira), barnyard, foxtail, proso, kodo, little millet, pearl millet, sorgum, etc. they are all nutrient dense and high on fiber. Talking about bajra, also called as pearl millet, it’s a gluten-free option as well and you can whip out delicious dishes with bajra. But is bajra good for weight loss? Let’s find out: Though not exactly low on calories, it’s 360 calorie per 100 gm, bajra also has protein 12g, fat 5g and fiber 1 gm. Then, ther...

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