Of different textures and taste, cold soups are an important dish for your summer diet. Gatzpacho, vichyssoise, whether of just green vegetables or mixed garden vegetables, this exquisite food are a base for the Mediterranean diet as they combine and unite a variety of vitamins and proteins Our need for liquids in the summer increases...

The globe artichoke (Cynara scolymus), also called "French artichoke" and "green artichoke," derives its common name from the northern Italian words articiocco and articoclos. This latter term is supposed to come from the Ligurian word cocali...

The aromas and texture have crowned it to be one of the most appreciated edible foods, making it indispensable on the table for all holidays. Typically Spanish, can be had through out the Spanish territory...

Originating in Asia, the pomegranate tree is mentioned in the Old Testament and has been a symbol of religious significance for centuries in many countries. Now cultivated in the warm climates of South America...

Baccalà is Salt Cod sold by the slab: An unlikely food to get excited over. Indeed, for much of its history nobody has – it was cheap and kept very well, which made it an ideal food for the poor, and for others too when Friday loomed and no fresh fish was available...

Recent pictures show that even the gorgeous J.Lo suffers from cellulite. We look at how to change your diet to help rid yourself of the dreaded orange-peel skin. Eating to beat cellulite is not about dieting...

What is obesity? A few extra pounds do not suggest obesity. However they may indicate a tendency to gain weight easily and a need for changes in diet and/or exercise. Generally, a child is not considered obese until the weight is at least 10 percent higher than what is recommended for the height and body type...

Walking is an important part of your life. It can give you a healthier lifestyle and attitude. So when you start a walking program it is more than just that walk to the office, your car or even the market. Learn the basics to make your walking a fun and challenging experience and don’t forget to include the Self-Size weight loss program...

Whether you want to exercise for the sake of losing weight, getting in shape or training for an event like the marathon, there are many activities you can do that will have a positive impact. A good place to start is walking...

Ever wondered how they do it, those Marathon runners? How they find the motivation, how they steadily move towards their goal of preparing for – and participating in – 26.2 grueling miles (42 km)? Imagine walking or running through the incredible...

As we get older our bodies become less flexible and more prone to injury. Yes, we take part in aerobic activity and weight training but we neglect flexibility training, which can keep our bodies more limber and youthful...

Walk Your Way to Better Health Walking is a great way to get in shape and stay in shape. It is easy to do and when combined with your Self-Size weight loss program, you will see the weight come off...

Walking Posture Besides being a wonderful tension relaxer and great booster for your metabolism, walking is an excellent exercise to strengthen your legs, abs and heart. Just think how great you will look and feel when you have your posture perfect and your body lean from the Self-Size weight loss program...

ATEMOYA The atemoya is the result of a cross between a cherimoya and a sweetsop or sugar apple. From the outside, an atemoya looks something like an artichoke; inside, it has a creamy coloured flesh with a flavour and texture of a vanilla...

Secrets of the Mediterranean Diet With Self-size you too can apply the Mediterranean diet, lose weight and enjoy healthy living. Worldwide statistics are very clear – the longest life expectancy and healthiest living is consistently found in the Mediterranean region...

Mushrooms are well positioned to benefit from the low-carb phenomenon. White, brown and Portobello mushrooms weigh in at only three grams of total carbs per serving. This value includes one gram of dietary fiber (a “good” carb) and zero grams of simple sugars...

We all hear about the health benefits of eating oily fish …….. But how on earth can oil be good for us? And how much oily fish should we eat? Oily fish’s ‘secret weapon’ is a fatty acid called omega-3 which reduces the risk of arteriosclerosis...