Introduction Across sections of society in Jamaica, and other nations in the Caribbean, the common belief is that eating healthy is expensive. This is a major indicator of food economics being a causative factor & determinant, of the high prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) affecting the health & well-being of both the population & economy...
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Jamaican Dish: Fried Sprat, Bammy & Callaloo…
by O'shane Bryant onIn the Lenten season, Fried Sprat & Bammy are popular food sources that make up Jamaican meals. Steam vegetables in the form of callaloo is a common side. In this blog article, we’ll delve a bit into: The cultural roots of these food sources. Highlighting the macronutrient contributions of these food sources into the diet […]
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Body Mass Index: Drawbacks as Health Indicator
by O'shane Bryant onWith non-communicable diseases putting a strain on the health & productivity capacity of nations worldwide, (particularly those with tertiary-quaternary industry sectors dominating national economies), the Body Mass Index (BMI) is a tool & health indicator used by medical professionals and likewise, specific for giving insight into ones health status in respect to bodyweight. Similarly, popular […]
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How Eating Hot Peppers Burn Calories
by O'shane Bryant on“According to a new report, chili pepper in your diet could lower your risk of dying of cancer or cardiovascular disease, and could also promote longevity.” Shmerling R.H, (2020, December 10). Will eating more chilis help you live longer? Harvard Health Publishing https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/will-eating-more-chilis-help-you-live-longer-2020121021555 Capsaicin-the main ingredient that make peppers hot-is highly sought for its weight […]
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Body Type Exercise & Dieting: Fact or Myth?
by O'shane Bryant onBody type exercising is a common feature among exercisers without contracted fitness professionals, and those with contracted fitness professionals alike. But is this thing of body type, body type exercises & body type diet, factual or myth? In this article, we’ll share/explore with support: The Concept of Body Type The Categories of Body Type Exercise […]
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Overfat? Focus on Bodyfat Loss over Weight Loss
by O'shane Bryant onIntroduction Having a high BMI (body mass index) does not automatically mean you’re overfat, and/or unhealthy. Similarly, being told to lose weight, and/or the accomplishment of a targeted weight loss number, does not equal a reduction in your body fat percentage. “While BMI is a reasonable general indicator of body fat (made up mostly of...
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How To “Not” Skip Breakfast: Healthy Eating Tips
by O'shane Bryant onRe-think “Eating” as the Consumption of Solid Food Only. Have Fruits Present At Home Set Up a Reminder System. Establish A Breakfast Eating Culture With Your Family Brief The tips herein are applicable for those with very little time to plan & prepare their breakfast in the mornings. This category of people include, but isn’t […]
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How To Self-Measure For Weight Change Analysis
by O'shane Bryant onWith the growing trend of virtual fitness training, and/or training on your own, there exists the need for individuals to know how to measure their body parts, towards their weight change & body compositional analysis, with a great degree of accuracy. In this blog article we will: Give a brief overview of what the term […]
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Spinach: Agriculture. Nutrition. Vitamin K.
by O'shane Bryant onSpinach is a quick-maturing, cool season, leafy green vegetable crop. Much of the rise in fresh spinach consumption is the result of increased demand for packaged salads. Agricultural Marketing Resource Center: Spinach; Retrieved August 21, 2022. Among the health and fitness conscious community in Jamaica, and other similar societies, the demand for spinach is driven […]
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7 Fitness Resources You Must Have For Your Healthy Lifestyle Journey In 2022
by O'shane Bryant on-Wearable Technology. -WIFI Functional Digital Device. -Exercise & Fitness Professional(s). -Nutrition & Dietary Professional(s). -Physician(s). -Weights Training. -HIIT Workouts. Introduction In no specific order, we’ve listed 7 fitness resources as must haves, towards helping you on your healthy lifestyle journey in 2022. These listed are premised on fitness industry trends (ACSM, IHRSA), as well […]
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