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Combining weight loss injections with a Very Low Calorie Diet

The combined benefits of a Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD), often known as a Formula Diet, and a prescribed medicinal weight loss treatment, create a powerful...

How to lose weight fast

You may be wondering about how to lose weight and whether it is even possible to lose weight fast in a healthy, balanced way. Even if you have tried many times...

What Does it Mean to be on a Fasting Diet?

For those of us looking to lose weight, there are plenty of methodologies out there to follow, and it’s primarily a matter of finding the one that will work...

How to find the Best Foods for Weight Loss

When creating the best dietary plan for you, it is important to be mindful of the specific types of food you include. Consuming healthy calories along with...

EU regulation on VLCD

Why is there an EU regulation on VLCD? In short, it is to protect the consumer. We must ensure that the products we put on the market live up to the high...

Are Weight Loss Pills right for me in 2023?

A new year typically brings new resolutions for change in our lives, and often this involves improving our physical health. In fact, the top three most common...

How to lose belly fat

Excess kilos can tend to settle in the middle of the body and manifest as a round, bloated belly, love handles or the so-called “muffin-top.” To get a slim...

Plant-Based Lifestyle

In a nutshell, a vegan diet is a plant-based food plan that includes vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts and seeds and excludes animal byproducts such as meats,...

Wrap your Body and Mind around Low-Calorie Meals

Most of us have likely heard the term “low calorie meal,” but what exactly does this mean? At what threshold do we go from ‘low’ to ‘high’? This,...

How to lose weight fast

You may be wondering about quick weight loss and how much weight you can lose in a week. There are different ways to go about weight loss – depending on your...

Weight loss – a growing challenge

Over the past few decades, the number of people who are overweight has increased exponentially. Being overweight is a condition that is defined by a person...

Weight loss associated with bariatric surgery

There are many benefits to having bariatric surgery. Obesity carries risks of developing several diseases and can also increase the risk of developing obesity,...

Crispbread

Crispbread is a favourite in the Nordic countries and is a type of flat and dry cracker. Crispbreads are a light option compare to rye bread and will keep...

Banana popsicles with dark chocolate

Simply desert delicious! Not to mention a fun and healthier option to serve to your guests or your family – and toppings can be to your very own liking....

Vegetable snacks with pea dip

Snacks are almost impossible to avoid. We like to snack! However, we also know that snacking is one of those irritating habits that has a way of making it...

Snack asparagus with turkey bacon

This appetizer or side dish is so easy to make, it’s hard to believe how tasty it is. It is just a classic but it is also look elegant on any plate....

Baked Pumpkin Pieces

Pumpkin is a type of winter squash that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. Scientifically, pumpkin is a fruit, because it contains seeds. However, it is...

Raita

Raita means an Indian side dish made of yogurt, usually diced cucumber, and seasonings. A dressing or dip you can use for so many different dishes. The bonus...

Beef skewers

Beef skewers are always such a treat. Whether you are cooking in-doors or are outside grilling, skewers just look festive and taste delicious. You can cook...

Lasagne with eggplant slices

Eggplants are rich in fiber and antioxidants and also contains other vitamins and minerals. Among the antioxidants in eggplants are anthocyanins, including...

Kale Salad

The health benefits of kale. Kale is considered some of the most nutritious food there is. Kale contains very little fat, but a large portion of the fat there...

Chicken Meat Balls

A great a very tasty meal to enjoy – or to serve to guests. Chicken Meat Balls are just delicious and quite easy to make! You’ll need: 500 g minced...

Chicken Salad

Chicken Salad is a stable in most homes and a dish you can easily prepare yourself and enjoy often. The type of meat from the chicken you use will impact...

Greek Salad

Greek salad has its name, because it was a dish that originated in Greece. It is commonly served as a part of a traditional Greek meal and is one of the...

Egg wrap

This egg wrap is just a great choice for when you are in the need for something easy, home cooked and...

Omelette with cottage cheese

Eggs can be prepared in different ways. You can boil, scramble, poach, fry – or make them into an omelet. A breakfast omelet made with...

Skyr with nuts and berries

Skyr is rich in many different nutrients that may benefit your overall health. It could also promote the health of your bones and the health of your heart,...

Why does the sachet drink have a strange texture when made up?

The glucomannan in the product works by swelling and forming a jelly-like structure. This happens almost immediately and this is why the drink has a slightly...

I forgot to take Calorie Fighter before eating my meal – should I take it after I have eaten?

No, if you forgot to take Calorie Fighter do not worry. However, do not take it after your meal as this will reduce the efficacy of the Calorie Fighter and may...

KiOnutrime-CsG® – The proven weight management tool

– by KitoZyme (2015) Introduction KiOnutrime-CsG® is a natural ingredient that is scientifically proven to help people to manage their weight. In a...

Single-blind, placebo controlled randomised clinical study of chitosan for body weight reduction

– af V. R. Trivedi et al. (2016) Resumé Chitosan is a dietary fibre which acts by reducing absorption and thus as a means for controlling weight. Weight...

EFSA Claim: Yerba Mate (ID:2070)

– af European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claim: Contributes to body weight management. Contributes to...

EFSA Claim: Yerba Mate (ID: 3924)

– af European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claim: Contributes to body weight management. Contributes...

Adverse effects of plant food supplements and botanical preparations: a systematic review with critical evaluation of causality

– af C. Di Lorenzo et al. (2014) Objective The objective of this review was to collect available data on the following: (i) adverse effects observed in...

A Review on Pharmacological and Phytochemical Properties of Zingiber officinale Roscoe (Zingiberaceae)

– af Gaurav Kumar et al. (2011) Introduction Herbs and plants have been in use as a source of therapeutic compounds in traditional medicinal system...

Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of a health claim related to a standardised aqueous extract from white kidney bean

– af European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) (2014) Resumé Following an application from InQpharm Europe Ltd, submitted for authorisation of a health...

Re-evaluation of konjac gum (E 425 I) and konjac glucomannan (E 425 II) as food additives

– af European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) (2017) Resumé The present opinion deals with the re-evaluation of konjac (E 425), comprising konjac gum...

Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of health claims related to konjac mannan (glucomannan) and reduction of body weight, et al.

– af European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) (2010) Resumé Following a request from the European Commission, the Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition...

Why It’s More Difficult to Lose Weight as We Age

Have you gotten a little older and decided to start losing weight – yet feel like it’s not going as fast as it used to? Well, it might not be all...

Nupo and Dinner – How To and How Much?

Lots of people choose to combine Nupo Diet and dinner with their family – the reasons for this vary. With this goal in mind, you need to be sure to get...

Low-calorie summer temptations

Low-calorie summer temptations Meet summer with all its temptations – without compromising on your calorie intake. Quick and easy low calorie treats like...

Can Your Metabolism stop moving? How the Metabolism Works

You have probably heard people say things like “It’s not healthy to lose weight too fast, as it’ll make your metabolism stall” or...

Lose weight after your pregnancy

It is completely natural to gain weight when you are going through a pregnancy. On average, normal-weight women in Denmark gain about 12-15 kilos during their...

Hormones and overweight

Many people that struggle with excess weight, often have issues when it comes to achieving an efficient weight loss. This can be due to illness, or to a lack...

The road to a lasting weight loss

Most people, who have been through a weight loss, end up gaining a few kilos afterward – and some even gain more weight than they lost in the first place. It...

How much weight can I lose with Nupo Diet?

How much can you expect to lose with Nupo? It is obvious that this is a primary question, when considering a diet. However, it is also one of the hardest...

How should I eat?

The official dietary advice is based on evidence-based science and is meant for people that wish to eat healthily. The dietary advice is continuously updated,...

Maintain muscle mass

When you lose weight, it is nearly impossible not to lose a portion of your muscle mass at the same time. This means if you are eating a calorie-reduced diet...

Ready to hit the beach?

The summer is close, and you are probably not the only one that wishes to lose a few kilos before you are ready to conquer the beach once again. There are so...

Walking as an alternative exercise

If you think that exercising is difficult, because you have not done it in years, it is just a bad excuse for not getting started. You can get in decent shape,...

Festival Season

The Festival Season has already begun, and there are festivals all summer. Festivals often mean good music, fun with friends, and alcohol. It can be a...

Boost your weight loss

Boost your weight loss with Slim Boost Slim Boost consists of three different dietary supplements, designed to boost or maintain a healthy weight loss....

What is ketosis?

“The new black” amongst diets are the so-called keto-diets. A common denominator for these diets is that you consume very few carbohydrates and a larger...

Great (… and alternative) sources of protein

Protein is the building block of your muscles, and therefore it should be an important part of your diet. We use protein to build and maintain our muscles, so...

Get a good start on your New Year’s Resolution

This time of year is usually filled with people that want to begin a healthier lifestyle and lose the unwanted extra kilos. To have a successful experience...

The total VLCD-diet solution with Nupo

FAST – SAFE – EFFICIENT Nupo Diet VLCD* is a responsible, well-documented, and efficient diet for those, who wish – or need – to...

Can I breastfeed while on a Nupo Diet?

It is not recommended to be on a Nupo Diet while breastfeeding. We suggest that you consult your doctor if you wish to continue a Nupo Diet while...

3 simple tricks to easy and healthy snacks

I love food! And especially the little healthy snack that I sometimes eat between meals. I can easily live off the three main meals during the day (breakfast,...

Men’s health (…or lack of it?)

Did you know that men are not as good at taking care of themselves as women are? If you are in a relationship with a man, this might not come as the biggest...

Easy and convenient calorie control for weight loss

Easy and convenient calorie control for weight loss Nupo One Meal is not a dedicated diet, but meal replacements that you can use to replace 1-2 of your daily...

Easy and convenient calorie control for weight maintenance

Easy and convenient calorie control for weight maintenance Nupo One Meal is not a dedicated diet, but meal replacements that you can use to replace 1-2 of your...

Can I replace a single meal with Nupo Diet?

Our Nupo Diet series is produced as a complete diet replacement, for those that want to kickstart their weight loss, where you don’t need anything else other...

Why is breakfast important?

”Breakfast is the most important meal of the day”, is a quote that plenty of us have been raised with, and been told more than a few times by our parents...

Healthy Halloween

Halloween is an American tradition that takes place on October 31st each year. During the last decade, the Halloween tradition has spread outside of the USA...

How many meals per day is the right amount?

How many meals do you have to eat a day? That is a really good question and it is also a question without a straight answer. It is individual how many meals...

When is a good time to begin a healthier lifestyle?

Women love to talk about diets and (un)healthy food. All the magazines write about more or less healthy diets and they also show lots of pictures of the...

Healthy Christmas sweets

It is almost impossible to get through December without making or eating Christmas sweets. I do not advocate that you should eliminate anything such as...

Decide your goal, and plan the way

If you do a competitive sport, there are some fixed rules and tactics to reach the goal. No matter what you are doing there is always a way to the goal. If you...

Tour de France: A chance to get out on your own bike

When you live in a bike-friendly country like Denmark, summer time equals riding your bike and of course binge watching Tour de France on TV. For many years I...

The fall season is the time for indoor activities – How do you get started?

When the days are getting shorter, the temperature is declining, and the weather is getting more unstable, we tend to spend less time outdoors and thus be less...

Is chocolate healthy?

Most people fancy chocolate. Chocolate is different compared to other kinds of food or sweets, as chocolate comes in a huge variety of different flavors and...

Tips and tricks for healthy habits

Make your life easier and schedule your training and new healthy diet – try to stay ahead of your different plans, so you can maintain your new healthy...

Do NOT use cake, cookies, or candy as a reward for yourself or your children

Many people use candy, cake, or other sugary foods as rewards. Are you one of them? Both when rewarding yourself, but also when rewarding your children? It is...