25 Jan Quick Tips on How to Keep Your New Years’ Resolutions
Making New Years' resolutions is easy: just pick an aspect of yourself you'd like to improve and convince yourself you'll do the work to improve it. Easy! Keeping those resolutions ...
18 Jan Thyroid Awareness Month: Prevention
January is Thyroid Awareness Month, and so we're doing our part and exploring the intricacies of the thyroid. Last week's article (which you can read here) took a peek at the basic of the thyroid: the symptoms and health problems associated with it. Now we're going...
30 Nov Late Night Snacking: 10 Ways to Stop
Many people find themselves eating late at night, even when they are not hungry. And late night snacking can cause you to eat more calories than you need, which can lead to weight gain. Here are 10 ways you can beat the late night snacking habit...
16 Nov Gut Bacteria: What it is, why you need it, and how to improve it
There are around 40 trillion bacteria in your body, most of which are found in your gut. Collectively, they are known as your gut microbiome, and they're incredibly important for overall health. However, certain types of bacteria in your intestines can also contribute to many diseases. Many...
09 Nov High-Cholesterol Foods: Which to Eat, and Which to Avoid
Cholesterol is arguably one of the most misunderstood substances. For decades, people avoided healthy yet cholesterol-rich foods like eggs due to the fear that these foods would increase their risk of heart disease. However, recent research shows that—for most people—consuming healthy foods that are high in cholesterol...
05 Oct Whole vs. Refined Carbs: The Good, the Bad, and the Difference
The amount of carbs we should consume is a highly debated topic. Dietary guidelines suggest that we get about half of our calories from carbohydrates. On the other hand, some claim that carbs may lead to obesity and type 2 diabetes, and that most people should limit...
31 Aug The Mega Superduper Ultimate List of Low-Calorie Snacks, Part Three
While snacking on the wrong foods may cause you to pack on weight, choosing the right snacks may promote weight loss. In fact, research shows that snacking on nutritious foods that are high in fiber and protein helps promote feelings of fullness and may decrease the...
24 Aug The Mega Superduper Ultimate List of Low-Calorie Snacks, Part Two
While snacking on the wrong foods may cause you to pack on weight, choosing the right snacks may promote weight loss. In fact, research shows that snacking on nutritious foods that are high in fiber and protein helps promote feelings of fullness and may decrease the...
17 Aug The Mega Superduper Ultimate List of Low-Calorie Snacks, Part One
While snacking on the wrong foods may cause you to pack on weight, choosing the right snacks may promote weight loss. In fact, research shows that snacking on nutritious foods that are high in fiber and protein helps promote feelings of fullness and may decrease the...
10 Aug The 20 Healthiest (and Tastiest!) Fruits, Part Two
Fruit is a highly nutritious, delicious, and convenient addition to any diet. With more than 2,000 varieties of fruit available, you may wonder which ones you should pick. We've rounded up a list of the 20 Healthiest Fruits in this mini-series. You're reading Part Two; if...
03 Aug The 20 Healthiest (and Tastiest!) Fruits, Part One
Fruit is a highly nutritious, delicious, and convenient addition to any diet. With more than 2,000 varieties of fruit available, you may wonder which ones you should pick. We've rounded up a list of the 20 Healthiest Fruits in this mini-series. This is Part One; next...
29 Jun The 21 Best Low-Carb Veggies, Part Two
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
22 Jun The 21 Best Low-Carb Veggies, Part One
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
04 May The 7 Most Energy-Draining Foods
It's normal for your energy levels to rise and fall slightly during the day. A variety of factors can affect this natural ebb and flow. These include sleep and stress levels, your level of physical activity and the foods you eat. Generally, having a meal or...
27 Apr Is Red Wine and Weight Loss a Thing?
Red wine is the alcoholic drink of choice for many people, and it's gotten a lot of buzz (get it?) for its potential health benefits. The drink, made from fermented red grapes, is loaded with antioxidants, but it can also be full of calories and sugar. If...