Eating the same vegetables is certainly better than eating no vegetables. However, a lack of variety in the greens you consume doesn’t just lead to boredom but can also have negative health effects for some people. Rotating Vegetables is Important It’s common knowledge that eating a variety of foods is the key to good health […]
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Eat More Healthy Fiber to Lose Pounds
Fiber is a super important nutrient that primarily affects digestive health. Unfortunately, the average American’s diet is lacking in fiber. The typical woman in this country only consuming around 15 grams when she should be consuming at least 30 grams. That’s the average. Many people are eating far less. Aside from general health, there is […]
8 Benefits of Eating Locally and Organically
One of the most beneficial things you can do for your overall well-being and health is to eat locally grown foods, especially those that are organic, as much as possible. There are many reasons why it is a good idea to eat organic foods from your local farmer’s market or foods that are sourced locally by grocery stores. […]
What Is The Deal With Coconut Water?
Coconut water has been available throughout the US for about 10 years and has seen rising popularity for the past few years. Coconut water can now be found in almost any grocery store, and is often sold with health tonic-style claims or as a beverage for athletes. As with most new “fad” drinks in the spotlight, […]
Sample Meal Plan – Slow Carb
Background: The Slow Carb Diet™ was created by Tim Ferriss in his awesome book, “The 4-Hour Body“. I’ve put the information below together to give you some info and show how I would use the plan. Get the book for the full details of how this diet can work for you. Our super simple meal plan example […]
Is Green Tea Good For Weight Loss?
In these days of fad diets and intense searches for the next weight loss miracle, you’ll hear “green tea” come up in health-centered conversations more and more often. Many people take on drinking green tea not knowing if or why it really helps with weight loss. Even though it’s occupying shelves in health and vitamin […]
Get More Vitamins From Healthy Food Sources
Healthy eating is all about eating foods that are full of the nutrients that we need for thriving health. That is even more important when you are trying to lose weight and foods full of empty calories. There are a couple nutrient sources that almost everybody is familiar with. Whether it’s Vitamin C from an […]
5 Ingredients That You Should Add to Your Next Smoothie
Making healthy smoothies can be a great part of a healthier lifestyle and weight loss efforts? Here are 5 ingredients that you should add to your smoothie that will compliment you goals. Oatmeal There are two main reasons to add oatmeal to your smoothie. From a practical standpoint, oatmeal has a very neutral taste and […]
6 Reasons You Should Eat More Veggies for Weight Loss
If losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight are your goals, then you should add as many veggies to your diet as possible. You can eat them in many different forms – from raw to juiced – making them an easy add to your daily diet. Many of the most common veggies are considered “superfoods” […]
Learn from Bodybuilders: What are Macros and How Can They Help You Lose Weight?
What are Macronutrients? Macronutrients are the essential energy sources the body needs to burn fat and build muscle. The macros refer to protein, fat and carbohydrates. You need all three to provide the body with the right fuel to function in a healthy manner. While many diets focus on fat burning, bodybuilders know that the […]
