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How to Get Enough Omega-3 on a Vegetarian Diet — Complete Guide

  Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for brain function, heart health, muscle recovery, and reducing inflammation. While fish is the most well-known source, vegetarians often wonder:   How can I get enough Omega-3 without eating fish or fish oil? The good news is that there are many plant-based sources of Omega-3 that can meet your daily needs. In this complete guide, we’ll cover the best vegetarian sources, how much you need, and practical tips to make sure you’re getting enough. Zoom image will be displayed 1. What is Omega-3 and Why It Matters Omega-3 is a type of healthy fat that your body cannot produce on its own, so you must get it from your diet. There are three main types: ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid):  Found in plants like flaxseeds, chia seeds, and walnuts. EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid):  Mostly found in fish, but also available from algae. DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid):  Important for brain health, also found in fish and algae. Vegetarians usually get plenty...

What Happens to Sugar, Fat & Carbs After You Eat? Understand Fat Storage | Gurtrition

  Ever wondered why fat seems to build up even when you’re not eating fried food or sweets? The truth is — your body doesn’t store fat just from junk food. It stores  extra energy , no matter where it comes from: sugar, carbs, or fat. In this blog, we’ll break down exactly what happens after you eat a meal — and how your body decides whether to burn it or store it. 🍞 Step 1: Digestion Begins When you eat foods like roti, rice, dal, paneer, or even fruit, digestion starts in your mouth and continues in your stomach and intestines. Your body breaks food into three main nutrients: Carbohydrates  → turn into  glucose (sugar) Protein  → breaks down into  amino acids Fat  → breaks down into  fatty acids 💉 Step 2: Sugar Enters the Bloodstream (and Insulin Steps In) Once carbs are broken into glucose, they enter your bloodstream. This causes your  blood sugar level  to rise. To manage this, your body releases a hormone called  insulin . T...

Fat Loss on a Vegetarian Diet: What Actually Works? | Gurtrition

  🌿 Struggling to Lose Fat on a Vegetarian Diet? You’ve cut the fried food. You’ve started walking, maybe even lifting weights. But the fat isn’t going anywhere — and you’re wondering: “Is it harder to lose fat without eating meat or eggs?” The answer is no. You  can  lose fat effectively on a vegetarian diet. But only if you’re doing the  right things  — not just eating “clean” but eating  smart . At  Gurtrition , we work with real people (just like you) who want results without giving up their plant-based lifestyle. Here’s how to actually make vegetarian fat loss work. 🔥 1. Stop Overeating “Healthy” Carbs Chapati. Brown rice. Poha. Yes, they’re clean — but if you eat too much of them, your body stores the extra as fat. Fat loss = calorie deficit. Even healthy food can cause weight gain if portions are too big. 📌  Fix: Track your food (use MyFitnessPal or HealthifyMe) and make sure you’re in a slight calorie deficit —  not starving , just...