I recently decided to take charge of my life, my food, and my bank account. After taking a peek at my finances and realizing that $9 a day on avocado toast isn’t a sustainable way of life, I knew there was only one thing to do: meal prep. Related Stories: A Little Advance Planning Equals…
Yet another reason we’re obsessed with Summer: the seemingly endless bounty of fresh produce. What’s ripe in the warm months? Berries and cherries, stone fruit galore, lemons and limes, figs, melons, mangoes, and more! Dig into these fresh, healthy recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, and snacks. Related Stories: 22 Produce-Packed Summer Salads That Help…
Are you noticing flaxseeds added to just about everything these days? It’s for good reason – they’re insanely healthy – but do you know why? Check out the reasons you should be eating flaxseeds (if you’re not already). Walnuts and fish are excellent sources of omega-3s, but so are flaxseeds. The recommended daily intake (RDI)…
Need more fiber in your diet? Turn to the smooth and satisfying avocado. Just half an avocado contains almost seven grams of fiber. Too high in fat, you say? Don’t fret, because avocados contain the good-for-you monounsaturated fats (MUFA) your body needs to help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and maintain the HDL (good) ones.…
In the 90’s, low-fat diets were all the rage. From low-fat salad dressings and cheeses to carb-heavy snack such as pretzels and crackers, most health-conscious Americans avoided dietary fat like the plague. But guess what happened? We actually got fatter! Today, even though 90’s-inspired neon-hued clothing is back in style, the low fat diets of…
So you’ve lost the fat, and now you’re ready to get lean and strong and create some definition – congrats! We’re here to help. Beyond exercise and healthy habits, your diet plays a massive role in the creation of lean muscle mass – i.e., that sculpted, toned look and strong body you’re working for! There’s…
The seasonal treats of the Summer can easily interfere with your weight-loss goals, but dietician Julie Upton, MS, RD, of Appetite For Health, has found common summery saboteurs as well as solutions to keep them in check. You probably worry more about weight gain during the Winter holiday season thanks to all the hearty food…
Working in an office all day can be painfully exhausting, and sometimes three cups of coffee just does. Not. Cut. It. There’s nothing worse than a midmorning or midafternoon slump, and a few hours can feel as grueling as bumper-to-bumper traffic. Lucky for you, there’s a way out! After working in an office for many…
If you’ve come anywhere near Pinterest, Instagram, or the internet in general, you know that meal prep is a new way of life, adopted by ultraresponsible A-types around the world. Related Stories: 15 Easy Breakfast Prep Ideas to Help Set Up Your Entire Week;A Little Advance Planning Equals an Always-Healthy Meal But look, now there…
Ginger is another one of nature’s miracles – it can remedy common (yet painful) ailments, help the body eliminate free radicals, and even aid in muscle recovery from exercise. Ready to start adding some ginger to your diet? Check out these healthy, healing benefits! Aids in digestion. Ever wonder why your mom gave you ginger…
