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Mediterranean Diet, Fat Loss & Health: A Guide

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  When it comes to sustainable weight loss and long-term health, few dietary approaches have received as much sustained attention from researchers, clinicians, and the public as the Mediterranean diet. Unlike short-term restrictive diets, the Mediterranean diet offers an evidence-based approach that supports weight management without excessive hunger. What makes the Mediterranean dietary approach so compelling isn't just its effectiveness; it's the fact that entire populations have thrived on this eating pattern for centuries. It’s tried and tested.  The Mediterranean diet isn't about counting calories or eliminating entire food groups. Instead, it's about embracing a lifestyle centred on whole foods, healthy fats, and the kind of balanced nutrition that supports weight management in a way that is more sustainable and less psychologically burdensome than typical restrictive diets. The Origins and Cultural Foundation of Mediterranean Eating The Mediterranean diet didn...

Minimalist Muscle Growth: Can Less Be More?

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  Despite its significant health benefits, resistance training (RT) remains dramatically underutilised worldwide. Only around a quarter of adults in Western countries meet RT recommendations of two or more sessions per week. Globally, adherence is also low across all age groups, with older adults and those in poorer areas least likely to meet guidelines.  Low participation is linked to dislike of high-intensity exercise, time constraints, and general motivation. Therefore, establishing a “minimalist” approach to RT may improve feasibility by adjusting intensity, frequency, or equipment requirements. How little do you need to train to grow muscle? In addition to looking good, increased muscle mass supports daily function and reduces disease risk, improving metabolic, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal health, as well as quality of life. Hypertrophy-focused RT has improved functional capacity, strength and reduced fat mass in sarcopenic adults, and enhanced glycemic control in ...