Warning: Could Protein Bars Be Bad For Your Health?

For some people, protein bars are a staple part of their nutrition when they are on a diet. But are these bars actually good for your wellness and wellbeing?

 

Protein bars are everywhere – they’re at the supermarket checkouts, the pharmacy, the deli and in every corner shop. They’re very easy to pick up especially when you are in a hurry and they often taste far more like a sweet snack than an actual meal. These two minute meals are often clearly labelled ‘good for you’ by the marketing that surrounds them, but it is important to properly understand when you can use them and when you should opt for a proper meal instead.

 

Firstly, you need to be aware that men and women have different needs when it comes to protein. After a heavy workout, an average man can consume around 20 grams of protein and it will be quickly metabolised into muscle. Women, on the other hand, should only consume around 12 to 14 grams of protein after a workout. If you stock up on too much protein, and you do not burn off the excess during exercise, it is stored as fat. In that case, what you need to bear in mind is that you don’t need to have a protein bar on an ordinary day when you are not taking on much activity. Save the protein bars for when you have been doing a serious, weight-related workout at the gym.

 

Another thing to bear in mind is that some protein bars are absolutely packed with sugar in order to make them taste great. Have a look at the label and work out how much sugar it actually contains before you start thinking of it as a healthy addition to your diet.

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Men"s Common Sex Questions Answered

We’ve long heard of female queries regarding sex and it’s many surrounding topics, but rarely do we hear what men have to say on the matter. Men, it seems, have just as many questions and worries about sex, from what they look like to the opposite sex when they’re in the nude to how to navigate those sexual fantasies that are a little more difficult to fulfil. There aren’t issues to be worried about though, so here are a few of the more common questions the male portion of the human race have regarding sexual antics.

How do I minimise my chances of getting caught having sex in public?

Sex in public may be one of the more common sexual fantasies, but that’s not to say it’s easy or particularly safe, legally speaking. While it would be less of a risk to stay cooped up indoors every time you want to have sex, that’s not always the fun option so combining the two is the best option for a fun-filled sex life. Choosing your location wisely is the most important factor of sex outdoors, so don’t choose anywhere busy or where you’ll be caught in broad daylight. You need to choose somewhere quiet, unseen and more private – preferably, in a place with some cover so you can react quickly if you do get interrupted by a passer by!

Do women find the male member aesthetically pleasing?

People have always been of the opinion that men are more visually stimulated than women, but it’s a common question as to whether or not the penis is something that actually turns women on from a visual perspective. But studies show that that’s not actually true – women are more stimulated by visual cues than men. Women get turned on by basically anything sexual, and that goes for the male body as well. So men don’t need to worry that their naked body will be a turn-off – research suggests that the opposite is true!

Why does a woman’s mouth taste different after she’s had an orgasm?

Around 80 per cent of what we interpret as taste is actually smell, and research shows that smell changes along with one’s physiological state. Sexual arousal actually dulls your sense of smell, but post-orgasm your sense of smell and taste becomes keener. Furthermore, panting also makes a difference to a person’s breath, as there are anaerobic bacteria living on the back of the tongue which produce fumes naturally. Even in a healthy mouth, there may be some of these bacteria hanging around. Another theory is that certain hormones, such as oxytocin and cortisol, get released during orgasm and these can change taste sensitivity. It’s also been found that certain levels of arousal can change taste sensitivity, so these things combined can make a person’s mouth taste different pre and post-orgasm.

 

Does a woman’s orgasm get more intense if she has her feet in the air?

This may be a myth in terms of the female body, but it’s not been proven by science just yet. Certain positions don’t reduce or increase your risk of cutting off circulation, so there isn’t any proof that putting your feet in the air during sex makes orgasms more likely. However, certain positions do increase the stimulation to the nerve pathways in your pelvic region so this may be where the myth has stemmed from. There’s certainly no harm to this way of having sex though, so if it works for some then that’s great!

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4 Reasons You Should Be Incorporating More Herbs in Your Diet

 

When people think of modifying their lifestyle, they mostly think about food and exercise as their ticket to health. Many experts believe there is more to a healthy lifestyle; these experts think that a well-rounded person needs to include a variety of herbs and spices in their diet.

 

How can you benefit from incorporating more herbs?

 

Nutrition

Like fruits and vegetables, herbs are really good for you. Ounce for ounce, fresh herbs like parsley, oregano and basil are more nutritious than any vegetable. Compared to the same amount of lettuce, parsley provides you with three times more vitamin A, five times more iron as well as four times the calcium.

 

Sure, you probably won’t eat a cup of parsley, but you get the idea; herbs are concentrated sources of both flavor and nutrition.

 

Cut Back On Fat, Calories and Salt

Liberally seasoning your food with herbs and spices makes it taste better; when you use herbs, you don’t need to add as much fat or salt to your food. Using herbs naturally brings out the taste of food without adding a significant amount of calories.

 

When you use herbs, you eat healthy without sacrificing taste. When your food tastes good, you feel more satisfied after a meal. The more satisfied you are, the less likely it is that you will overeat throughout the day.

 

Natural Remedies

There’s been a lot of research done on how herbs fight disease; herbs can increase brain power, lower blood pressure and help with many ailments. When you consume a lot of herbs, you help your body fight illness naturally. If you have a condition like vertigo, you can try a natural vertigo remedy by Native Remedies. The possibilities with herbs and fighting sickness are endless.

 

Boost Your Antioxidants

Herbs found in health food stores contain high levels of antioxidants and phytonutrients; these substances are necessary for optimum health. The more of these substances you have in your body, the healthier you are likely to be.

 

There have been tons of studies done on herbs, and these studies all show that herbs offer long-term health benefits. Not only do they taste great, but they are great for you.

 

Herbs and spices can transform a bland meal; the aromatic flavorings make healthy foods taste great without adding extra fat, sodium or calories. Delicious herbs pack a surprising nutritional punch; adding them to your diet can lead to many health benefits.

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