The verdict: tea.
Dental experts are warning that lemon’s acidity can cause enamel erosion. So a cuppa is probably the more tooth-friendly. If you do want to stick to lemon water, drink it through a straw.
Monthly Archives: April 2017
HOW TO BEAT THE SNACK ATTACK #3.
Here’s how to kill off unhealthy cravings whenever they hit…
Problem – afternoon slump.
It’s normal to feel a bit sleepy around 2-4pm because this is the time we get a natural dip in our 24-hour biological clock. But the problem is that the sleepiness can lead to sugar cravings, because we are unconsciously looking to lift our energy levels.
Solution – low-carb lunch.
Eating a lunch that’s not too carb heavy can minimise the post-lunch dip. You can also beat an afternoon sugar craving with a handful of nuts or seeds rich in good fat and contain a chemical that stimulates the release of an appetite-suppressing hormone.
JUST 60 MINUTES.
This amount of moderate activity daily could cancel out the negative impact of being desk-bound for eight plus hours a day with little activity. Whether you get it in one hit or in smaller chunks doesn’t seem to make any difference. So get moving!