Weight Gain and Medication

You have been taking a new medication for a few years. Oddly, the scale also indicates a new weight, and your mirror reflects a different silhouette. Could these effects be caused by your change of medication? It’s possible, because certain medications increase appetite and cravings for sweet foods! First, in order to be aware of [...]

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Olivier Morneau’s Transformation

Olivier Morneau, 25 years old Starting weight: 234 pounds / Final weight: 149 pounds Weight lost: 85 pounds Personal trainer: Nicolas Clanet Center: Place Montréal Trust The first time I entered the gym in August 2012, I was absolutely intimidated, even terrified because of my ignorance about training. I had very negative personal history with [...]

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What are “negative calories” foods?

Did you know that there are “negative calories” foods? This concept can create confusion, because all foods necessarily contain calories. However, some would require more work from our body to be digested: the organism uses more calories absorbing these foods than they provide, hence the designation “negative calories”. It is a purely theoretical concept that [...]

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French Toast with Cinnamon and Berries

For all of you with a sweet tooth, this week I made up a delicious French toast recipe with fresh berries! What could be more refreshing and full of flavor at this time of the year? Try it this week-end for the family brunch! Have a great breakfast! 3 servings Per serving : 379 calories / [...]

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What Body Fat Percentage Should We Aim For?

First, you have to know that the main components of the body are water, fat mass, and lean mass. Body fat percentage tells us the proportion of fat in our body. Ideally, we should aim for a “normal” body fat percentage, since health risks are fewer in that range. For example, a man and a [...]

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