J-Lo Fat Loss Secret - High Protein Low Carb Diet

Jennifer Lopez managed to lose three stone 2lbs (20kg) after the birth of here twins, Max and Emme. She got back to her pre-pregnancy weight of eight stone seven pounds (54kg) in only eight weeks. Her secret is her body coach Gunnar Peterson and her desire to complete a triathlon! Now, not all of us can afford personal trainers, or have the drive to get up at 4am and then have the staff to look after the babies when we collapse with exhaustion later in the day. But we can all follow her low carb high protein diet accompanied by some sensible exercising. Read more

Red Lentil Soup

Red lentil soup is a quick and easy splash of sunshine and cheerful orange color to brighten your winter days. It is so easy to cook, is high and protein, does not require previous soaking and it falls to a wonderful creamy mush as it cook. Perfect for when you don’t have enough time. Read more

6 of the Best Foods for Maximizing Muscle Growth

Muscles do everything from helping you move and digest your food, to pumping nutrients throughout your body. So it is very important to keep them in good shape. We do this not only through exercise, but also through a diet that is rich in foods that aid muscle growth.

“Our heart, brain, skin and other organs are in a constant state of remodeling with tissue being built and broken down,” says Nancy Rodriguez, a registered dietitian and director of sports nutrition programs at the University of Connecticut. “Muscles offer a significant supply of amino acids to ensure these vital parts stay strong.” Read more