Counting Calories

by | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips

Counting Calories Get back to weight-loss basics Your weight is a balancing act, and calories play a big role. Find out how calories determine your weight and ways you can best cut calories from your diet. By Mayo Clinic staff Despite all the diet strategies out...

Low Calorie Foods and the Concept of Energy Density

by | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips

Low calorie foods and the concept of energy density Simply put, energy density is the number of calories (energy) in a given amount (volume) of food. For weight control, your best bets are healthy foods that provide low energy but high volume. By choosing these...

More Energy

by | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips

More Energy Eating breakfast may give you energy, increasing your physical activity during the day. A healthy breakfast refuels your body and replenishes the glycogen stores that supply your muscles with immediate energy. Skipping breakfast is associated with...

Healthy Choices

by | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips

Healthy Choices Eating breakfast may get you on track to make healthy choices all day. When you eat breakfast, you tend to eat a healthier overall diet, one that is more nutritious and lower in fat. When you skip breakfast, you’re more likely to skip fruits and...

Reduced Hunger

by | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips

Reduced Hunger Eating breakfast may reduce your hunger later in the day, which may make it easier to avoid overeating. When you skip breakfast, you may feel ravenous later and be tempted to reach for a quick fix — such as vending machine candy or doughnuts at the...

Metabolism: What is the best way to boost it

by | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips

Metabolism: What is the best way to boost it? I’d like to lose a few pounds. What is the best way to boost my metabolism? Answer from Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D. Trying to boost your metabolism probably won’t lead to weight loss, at least not to the...