You work hard, but you need to refuel right! After a hard sweat sesh, indulge a bit without breaking the caloric bank with one of these protein-rich snacks – all under 200 calories.
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Like an unavailable boyfriend you keep coming back to, even though you know better – the draw to sugary foods is a threat that even the smartest, most well-intentioned woman can succumb to. I’m an evangelist of the “everything in moderation” doctrine when it comes to food, but there can definitely be too much of…
Sunday is definitely not a day of rest in my house. It’s the day I plan out meals for the week, hit the grocery store, and prep food ahead of time. It takes probably three hours or more, but it totally sets me up to have a healthy and stress-free week. Here are some ideas…
If you struggle to get enough fiber or protein into your day, this healthy hack was made just for you. Beans are an excellent source of both, which is why eating them can help you lose weight. It’s also an incredibly easy way to use up an entire can at once. Puree a can of…
When you’re trying to cut costs, it can seem daunting to try to eat healthy as well. Thankfully, our friends at Shape have proved that clean eating is still possible on a budget. Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sisilia Piring My roommate and I fancy ourselves the real-life versions of Broad City or Two Broke…
Those who love to bake always have a few staple ingredients in their kitchens – flour, baking soda, sugar, and, of course, eggs. I mean, you can’t bake a cake or batch of muffins without cracking a few eggs, right? Not exactly. You can absolutely substitute eggs in your cookies, pancakes, and breads with this…
Even if you focus on eating healthy, there could be nutritional holes in your diet. Thankfully, dietitian Julie Upton, MS, RD, of Appetite For Health, has listed out the 10 nutrients most likely to be missing from your diet. The typical American diet is dismal: it’s too high in calories – with more than half…
Oatmeal! How we love thee. Let us count the ways! Well, for now we have six ways to top your bowl of oats, from savory to sweet – you can power up your bowl of oatmeal with a wide variety of toppings for surprisingly tasty and healthy meals. Just watch and learn some fun new…
If you’re needing a bit of help nodding off, the trick could be an added dose of tryptophan. The amino acid works to trigger the release of serotonin, which helps you feel calm, relaxed, and, well . . . sleepy. And believe it or not, turkey is not the only nor the leading source of…
Sure. Burritos are tasty. And soup, chili, and hummus are all very yummy, too. But all those recipes scream, “I’m made with beans!” But what about the recipes ahead? No one will ever guess that there are hidden cannellini beans, chickpeas, or lentils in them. And that’s what makes these recipes so great. If you…
