You know that it’s important to eat your fruits and vegetables every day, but do you really know how much is enough? It seems simple enough: the USDA recommends two cups of fruit and two-and-a-half cups of vegetables every day, but putting it all together day by day, week by week is a different story.…
When you’re trying to get your health back on track, there are many ways to detox your way to feeling better. The best way to flush out toxins, however, is simple: lots and lots of water. But you don’t have to drink it plain; you can add a little flavor as well with these delicious…
While keeping calories in check is necessary, being healthy is built on more than numbers. In order to lose weight and keep it off, eating clean can be the key to your continued success. Instead of feeling like you’re on a “forever” diet, committing to the clean-eating lifestyle can help you achieve the results you’re…
Trader Joe’s lovers will be a little shocked to hear that the company is voluntarily recalling packages of Trader Joe’s Raw Cashew Pieces, marked with the code “BEST BEFORE 07.17.2016TF4.” The decision was made to pull packages from shelves after its supplier informed it that the nuts might be tainted with salmonella. These packaged nuts…
If a slice of pizza is one of your weaknesses, it’s not something you’ll want to indulge in on a regular basis, especially if you usually down two slices or more. Here’s a healthier option that’ll satisfy your need for a slice. The warm and juicy baked tomato melts in your mouth along with the…
Midwinter, do you slip into a seasonal funk – feeling even more tired, stressed, moody, or sad for no real reason? If so, you are not alone. Seasonal affective disorder – a type of depression that sets in around Fall and lasts throughout the Winter months – affects about 3 million people per year. Whether…
Greek yogurt gets all the love when it comes to excellent protein sources for weight loss, but it’s not the only food that can offer you sustained energy, satiate your hunger, and help curb your sugar cravings. Don’t leave out the unsung hero of the protein world – cottage cheese! Here are some ways this…
It’s been proven that exercise eases anxiety and depression, but some days require a little something extra. With the holiday season closer than we realize, there’s no better time to take preemptive measures and make good habits that will help you keep calm and carry on – regardless of what the season brings. Source: Pop…
It’s time to upgrade your standard bowl of steamed edamame. Roasting the fiber-filled soybeans brings extra crunch and flavor and serves as a satisfying post-workout snack or creative salad topper. From Food Network Dry Roasted Edamame With Black Sesame Seeds Ingredients 2 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt…
Whether you’re tackling your first 5K or training for a marathon, it’s important to fuel your body in order to kick some butt during your sweat session. While exercising on an empty stomach isn’t the best idea, fueling up the wrong way before a run can cause stomach cramps, dizziness, and headaches. Check out the…
