Pop quiz: How many vegetables do you eat in a day? If you’re well below the two to three cups that doctors recommend, well, you’re in a very crowded club. A 2017 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that nine out of 10 American adults are missing the mark, when it comes to eating READ MORE
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The Shocking Number Of Calories In Your Favorite Coffee Drink
If you’re not ordering regular coffee, there’s a good chance your morning cup has more calories than you think For many, a cup of coffee is an integral part of their morning ritual.Shower, pack lunches, drop the kids off at school, pick up a cup of coffee and head to work. Unfortunately, if we aren’t READ MORE
12 Surprising Sources of Antioxidants
Move over blueberries, pomegranates, and Merlot! There’s a new set of superfoods to try Antioxidants are one of the most popular nutrition buzzwords. And for good reasons: They fight signs of aging, inflammation, and they can even help with weight loss. But when it comes to antioxidants, certain foods—blueberries, pomegranates, and spices like cinnamon and turmeric—get all READ MORE
WHAT IS INSULIN RESISTANCE AND HOW IT CAN AFFECT YOUR WEIGHT
I’ve had my own issues with hormones. I was eating right, exercising regularly, but no matter what, I couldn’t lose weight. I was even gaining weight and looking puffier. I was doing everything right, but something just wasn’t clicking with my body. The weight just stayed put. So, I started doing research on my own. A READ MORE
Eating Healthy On A Budget
If you compare the price of organic meat to non-organic, or a bag of almonds to a candy bar, you would think that healthy eating is only for the rich and famous. But when you look at the big picture, eating healthy is much more affordable than you might think. Tips for Keeping Your Grocery Bill READ MORE
How to Help Your Diet Become a Way of Life
Many weight-loss attempts start out with grand intentions — “I’m going to lose weight and eat better (this time will be different, I swear!)” — only to revert back to old eating habits within a week or two. So how can you give your desire to eat healthy and lose weight some sticking power? Try these READ MORE
Recipe: Pumpkin Bars
These dense, moist bars are sweet enough to satisfy a craving but they won’t send you into a sugar rush. Bonus: There are no refined grains in this recipe. Only nutrient-rich ingredients make this a treat that’s not only delicious, but one that will also give you energy to keep you going.
Healthy Summer Snacks
Summer time is a fun filled time with barbecues, baseball games, pool time, and beach fun. Grabbing a bunch of processed snacks to hit the road is less than healthy and can get expensive. Here are some great snacks for the whole family to enjoy without feeling guilty. Cucumber and Apples I love to chop READ MORE