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Sadly, many dieters - including myself - miss out on one simple rule when we try out a new diet, and it way too often cost us our success. So here it is, as a reminder. Don’t let your protein intake fall short. Of all the foods you might eat while on a fat loss diet, protein is probably the most important. The right amount of protein will take you to the Promised Land, flowing with good health and energy. Protein combats hunger, stabilizes blood glucose levels, and prevents lean muscle loss. The result is a raised metabolism and accelerated fat loss. Aim to consume some in every meal and snack. For some unexpected sources of protein, consider quinoa, avocado or bulgur in some form. And, you may ask here, what the heck is "bulgur"? Bulgur wheat, yes it is a grain, is surprisingly nutritional and has a number of health benefits, including its ability to improve digestion, stimulate growth and development, stimulate circulation, aid with sleep, prevent chronic disease,...

Yes, one minute you die from it the next is it healthy. We all know how this goes, it all depend on who do the study, and why, it seem. However, a new study made by European Society of Cardiology and involving close to 20,000 individuals, and published late last year, people who consumed at least four cups of coffee daily had a 64% lower risk of early death compared to those never or rarely consumed coffee. Coffee has also been shown to reduce the risk of many diseases, including type 2 diabetes, liver disease, colorectal cancer, Alzheimer's and skin cancer, too. Coffee is loaded with antioxidants, many are naturally occurring antioxidants found in the coffee bean, while others are created during the roasting process. It's these compounds that science links with positive effects in reducing the risk of several diseases. So, there we go. Think it's time for a good cup of Java!