Eating on the go is tough, especially when you’re a vegetarian. The first items that come to mind when you read the words “drive-thru” typically aren’t veggie patties and salads, right? Yet, amid a sea of cheeseburgers and chicken tenders awaits a beacon of hope from seven run-of-the-mill fast food joints: vegetarian options. These meatless…
Most of us have faced a craving or two in our lifetime – some of us more than others. But how do we treat them? We spoke to Lisa Eberly, MPH, RD, who has a background in preventative medicine and nutrition. Eberly knows a thing or two about stopping cravings before they even happen. She…
Why Meal Plan? It helps with weight loss: If you’re serious about losing weight, practicing portion control and tracking calories are essential. If you plan out nutritious and filling meals, it makes it easier to stay on your healthy path. Plus, when you know what you’re eating every few hours, it keeps hunger at bay,…
Fresh fruit is a healthy way to satisfy your sweet tooth – either all on its own, as a yogurt topping, or blended to a smoothie or shake. If you’re active and healthy, having too much fructose (the sugar from fruit) probably doesn’t need to be a big concern of yours. However, if you’re at…
If you look at the ingredients on a package of gummy bears – even organic ones – you’ll see expected things like corn or brown rice syrup and sugar. But you’ll also see something called gelatin. Seems innocent enough, but its source might surprise you. Gelatin is a yellowish, odorless, and nearly tasteless substance that…
Spinach is such a versatile green; from salads and side dishes to soups and smoothies, it’s so easy to integrate these powerful little leaves into your diet. We’ve got some surprising combinations – muffins and pancakes included – that’ll help you incorporate spinach into your diet all day long. Not only will you reap the…
Is a regularly timed, insatiable chocolate craving your first sign of PMS? For many women, the desire for chocolate during their menstrual cycle is seriously powerful, and almost always associated with pelvic cramping. Related: The Benefits of Dark Chocolate And while there’s some debate within the scientific community about whether cravings signify a nutrient deficiency,…
Not many recipes can top a sweet, refreshing smoothie for breakfast. It’s amazingly nutritious because you can throw anything from kale and beans to almond butter and chia seeds in there, it offers all the fiber, protein, and healhty fats you need to give you energy and help you lose weight, and it’s lightning-fast to…
Are you at KFC because you have no other choice? Fortunately, you found this page, where we can navigate you through the menu and help you find the least fatty, least sodium-laden items on offer. General ordering tips: get your chicken grilled, not fried, and try a house salad on the side – it’s just…
Congratulations, mom-to-be! Of course you’re excited about the little bun growing in your oven, but you still don’t want to look like you ate an entire bread factory. Whether you’re in your first trimester or your third, here are some tips to keep in mind to prevent excessive weight gain during your pregnancy. What’s Expected?…
