Thursday, 31 August 2023

Just 2 of these nuts a day can boost metabolism

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Selenium is a mineral that is vital for thyroid function and metabolism. Find out which nut delivers a whopping 345% of your daily requirement in a two-nut serving. Plus, wondering what exercise burns the most calories? See 10 popular workouts ranked by calorie burn.

Walking Challenge

Today's Workout

Today's workout is a 45-minute walk.

With the popularity of fitness trackers and at-home fitness equipment, the number of calories you burn during each workout is front and center. But how important is this metric and is it something you should really be paying attention to?

Personal trainer Stephanie Mansour says that while calories are interesting to note, they are not the sole indicator of how effective a workout is.

Gone are the days of the strict "calories in, calories out" methodology. For weight loss, and specifically for women with hormonal issues or weight challenges, that school of thought does not always yield the desired results.

That said, there are certain types of exercise that burn more calories.

Today is the last day of our August workout plan. Here's everything you need to know about September's workout challenge!

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Your Meal Plan

Today's Plan

Salmon is a lean protein but fatty enough that it won't dry out under high heat. Which means it's another meal we can cook up on a sheet pan. This Mediterranean-style dinner has plenty of heart-healthy fats, from the omega-3s in salmon and anchovies to the monounsaturated fats in the kalamata olives and extra virgin olive oil. Use wild-caught, center-cut salmon, if possible.

Breakfast: Protein-Boosted Avocado Toast
Lunch: Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich
Dinner: Sheet-Pan Salmon Niçoise Salad

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Eating just 2 of these nuts a day can help regulate metabolism and aid in weight loss

Brazil nuts may not be a staple in your pantry, but eating just a few a day serves up big benefits.

This tropical nut hails from the Amazon River area, where the selenium content of the soil is quite high. Because of this, just two Brazil nuts provide more than double the daily dose of selenium, a trace mineral that plays a role in thyroid function, DNA synthesis, and anti-inflammatory processes.

In fact, Brazil nuts deliver a whopping 345% of your daily requirement in just a two-nut serving.

What's more, Brazil nuts have protein, healthy fats, fiber and plenty of other vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. In other words, you may want to start adding Brazil nuts to your morning oatmeal or afternoon salad.

5 tasty ways to add Brazil nuts to your diet.

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