To say the Whole30 Diet is strict is an understatement. For a month, you’ll be giving up grains, sugar, dairy, alcohol, and legumes. There’s no workarounds either – if you think you can get away with making a Whole30-version of your favorite dessert, think again. There’s no Paleo pizza or almond-flour pancakes to be had; just…
If you’re a Paleo newbie, a vet looking for recipe ideas, or just trying to cut carbs and up protein, we have a day of deliciousness prepared for you. This Paleo-perfect diet is loaded with protein (nearly 100 grams!), low in carbohydrates (just over 100 grams!), and clocks in at just a bit past 1500…
While a diet full of clean, unprocessed foods and a consistent workout is the recipe for success, sometimes things don’t go according to schedule. Suddenly you find yourself panicking that you only have one day to go before a beach-filled vacation. Instead of worrying about what you can and can’t eat for each meal –…
We’re loving the shift from calorie counting to macro counting, which ensures you’re getting the right kind of calories every day. While it’s still important to be aware of your caloric intake, counting macros helps you focus on the quality of the food you’re eating, which can ultimately teach you better eating habits for a…
We recently learned all about the power of counting macronutrients and why it’s so much more efficient (and healthy!) for your body than simply focusing on a calorie count. By focusing on carbohydrates, protein, and fat, you can better optimize your diet for your physical and personal needs, whether you’re boosting your metabolism, cutting fat,…
If you’re looking to lose weight, cutting back on carbs can be part of an effective strategy. For those who want to shed a few pounds, Manhattan-based nutritionist and registered dietitian Shira Lenchewski recommends that the carb-heaviest meal should be breakfast, “trending smaller as the day goes on” – and this plan does just that.…
If you choose wisely, the spices you cook with can boost your metabolism and help your body burn more fat, like the four we’ve rounded up here: ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, and turmeric. If you’re not sure how to cook with these, here are two tasty recipes for each spice. The Spice: Ginger Source: Thinkstock High…
