How do they manage to stay svelte? May 7, 2014, 11:54 PM ET • 4 min read American women have often admired the slim figures of European women. They have the stunning reputation of eating and drinking what they wish and still manage to stay svelte. The age-old question has always been: how do they … Read more
Vegetables and fruits are an important part of a healthy diet, and variety is as important as quantity. No single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients you need to be healthy. Eat plenty every day. A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and … Read more
The suggested serving: 5 fruits/ vegetables per day The challenge: intake of fibre, antioxidants, with a few calories. Given the diversity of taste, texture and flavor of food, in 99% of cases where people say “I don’t like fruits and vegetables”, honestly, it isn’t true. Blame it on poor choices, poor cooking, and the feeling … Read more
Getty Images When it comes to keeping your weight down, a new study by Harvard researchers suggests that the quality of your food matters more than its calorie count. Intuitively, we know that gorging on burgers and French fries and slurping down soda leads to more weight gain than eating fresh fruits, veggies and brown rice. … Read more
Half-timbered houses in Calvados in the Auge countryside, an area that has some of the most beautiful villages in France. STORY HIGHLIGHTS France scores high marks across the board, especially in health care U.S. drops to seventh place from third because of economy French enjoy everything from Riviera beaches to Alpine skiing Vacations are long, … Read more
Brigitte Bardot. Juliette Binoche. Anna Karina. What is it about French actresses that makes them so attractive? Well the accent certainly helps – it’s hard not to be drawn to someone who sounds like they’re reciting poetry even when they’re ordering an egg sandwich. But of course they also tend to be gorgeous, leggy, toned … Read more
Health concerns over the Red Bull energy drink were fuelled yesterday after Europe’s highest court upheld a French ban on the product. The fizzy drink has been linked to several deaths and some experts have criticised its high levels of caffeine and other stimulants. Red Bull is Britain’s best-selling energy drink, with 213 million cans … Read more