Fad diets have taken over. The Keto diet is all over social media these days. However, the Keto diet is not a healthy way to lose weight. It is high fat, adequate protein, and very low carb. Carbs are the body's main source of energy. You need carbohydrates in order to function. And, as soon as you …
Why You Should Avoid Sugars In The Morning
Who doesn’t enjoy a nice sweet treat to start off their day? I know I do! Donuts and pastries are an easy and delicious morning meal. It’s very tempting to go for your morning coffee and pick up a sweet treat too! However, sugar in the morning is not great for you. Here are some reasons why and …
How To Make Football Sunday Snacks Healthy
Football season has finally arrived. Get ready to snack, drink, and cheer on your team! Tailgates and football parties typically include a lot of beer and a lot of snacks... and why shouldn’t it! However, there are many ways you can make your football snacks a bit healthier. Keep reading for a few …
What To Eat When You’re Out to Eat
You’re having a great week; you’ve been making your own healthy lunches, you’ve been hitting the gym, getting the right amount of sleep, and then... a friend asks you to go out to eat. You’re sitting at a restaurant staring at a huge menu and you have no idea what to get. You still want to continue …
Easy No-Bake Protein Snack!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls This recipe is great to have as a post-workout snack! It is super easy to make, very delicious, and requires no baking! Store them in your fridge for a healthy ready-to-go snack. I personally love making these because of how simple and yummy they are! As a …
Carbs Are Your Friend, Not Your Foe
There seems to continue to be a constant battle with carbs. They are totally excluded in fad diets, and some are listed as one of the major food sources for certain chronic diseases. When choosing for it to be a friend or foe, most are choosing it to be a foe. Let's say this together in harmony, …
Do You Know What’s In Your Drink?
It's almost Labor Day - meaning almost fall, the start of school, the beginning of spooky season and crisp autumn air! While Labor Day is the symbolic end of summer celebration and for some it has the connotation of being a week-long party, it doesn't mean that you should completely abandon your …
Watch Out For Added Sugars
Sugar Intake All around the world the recommended limit of added sugars a person should have is 25g. However, in the United States, the recommended limit is 50g. To help become more aware about what you're intake is, start by looking at the nutrition label on foods you buy. There are important …