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Nutrition

Paleo Diet Beginner’s Guide, Meal Plan and Food List

December 8, 2020 -

In the past few decades, our diets have changed dramatically. Processed foods are more common than fruits and vegetables, and it’s impossible to go more than a few miles down the road without spotting a dozen new fast food chains … Continue reading Paleo Diet Beginner’s Guide, Meal Plan and Food List

Nutrition

Avocado Benefits, Nutrition Facts, Recipes and More

December 4, 2020 -

Avocado has snagged a spot as one of the world’s healthiest superfoods — and for good reason. In addition to being delicious and easy to enjoy, avocados also contain a hearty dose of important nutrients, such as fiber, healthy fats, … Continue reading Avocado Benefits, Nutrition Facts, Recipes and More

Nutrition

Plant-Based Recipes That Taste Good – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

November 14, 2020 -

I HAVE NEVER BEEN SHY about my love of produce. I have been singing the praises of cauliflower, tomatoes, and eggplant for more than a decade, since long before the groundswell of plant-based everything. I have done this in cooking … Continue reading Plant-Based Recipes That Taste Good – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Health

What Your Urine Color Means for Your Health

November 6, 2020November 6, 2020 -

We do it every day, several times a day, but how much do you really think about your pee and whether or not it’s normal? Your pee color and frequency can actually be pretty telling — indicating your hydration levels … Continue reading What Your Urine Color Means for Your Health

Exercise

Do’s and Don’ts of Muscle Recovery

November 3, 2020November 3, 2020 -

Muscle Recovery Don’ts First, let’s start off with the don’ts. The No. 1 don’t in muscle recovery is don’t overtrain. Listen, your body needs rest to grow, but your muscles don’t grow when you’re exercising. They actually grow while you’re sleeping … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts of Muscle Recovery

Nutrition

12 Best Energy Bars 2020, According To Nutritionists

November 3, 2020November 3, 2020 -

Whether you’re heading out for a hike or outdoor workout, or are an essential worker trying to make it through your shift, you’re going to need some grab-and-go snacks to fuel your day. Enter the energy bar. Note: They’re not … Continue reading 12 Best Energy Bars 2020, According To Nutritionists

Nutrition

The 9 Best Gluten-Free Pastas And Noodles Of 2020

October 30, 2020October 30, 2020 -

Fact: Gluten-free pastas have a bad reputation, and a lot of that has to do with their history. Way back when they first landed on plates, many gluten-free pastas had a definite cardboard vibe going on. Luckily, especially for people … Continue reading The 9 Best Gluten-Free Pastas And Noodles Of 2020

Nutrition

Pear Salad Recipe with Sautéed Spinach

October 17, 2020 -

Pears seem to get the short end of the stick when it comes to fruits, but they’re more versatile than people think. That’s why I love to use them to make pear salad, among other things. While bananas are eaten … Continue reading Pear Salad Recipe with Sautéed Spinach

Nutrition

Vitamin Toxicity: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

October 8, 2020October 8, 2020 -

Vitamins are essential nutrients that keep the body healthy, but it is possible to have too much of a good thing. Taking an excessive amount of any one vitamin can cause serious health problems, a condition generally referred to as … Continue reading Vitamin Toxicity: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Nutrition

Vegan BBQ ‘Pulled Pork’ Recipe

September 23, 2020 -

BBQ season is prime time for cookout menus loaded with pulled pork, grilled chicken, and ribs. But if you’re sticking to a plant-based diet, classic barbecue food can be hard to replace. With these pulled jackfruit sandwiches topped with a … Continue reading Vegan BBQ ‘Pulled Pork’ Recipe

Nutrition

Whole Grain Labels Confuse People Trying to Pick Healthy Options

August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 -

A new study found “whole grain” labels on cereal, bread, and crackers can be confusing for people trying to make smarter food choices. To have a “whole grain” label, only 51 percent of a product has to contain whole grains. … Continue reading Whole Grain Labels Confuse People Trying to Pick Healthy Options

Nutrition

Eight Delicious Foods That Help Fight Belly Fat

August 23, 2020 -

Belly fat is an especially tough opponent. But there are actually a number of foods that are great for your taste buds and your waistline. They … Continue reading Eight Delicious Foods That Help Fight Belly Fat

Health

10 Essential Lifestyle Health Tips for Seniors

August 15, 2020August 15, 2020 -

10 Essential Health Tips For Seniors From baby boomers to senior boomers: 10 tips to keep you healthy and fit In the last census baby boomers, those 65+, accounted for 13% of the population. This age group grew at a … Continue reading 10 Essential Lifestyle Health Tips for Seniors

Lifestyle

What Is the Macro Diet – How to Count Macros for Weight Loss

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 -

Let’s face it: Dieting is hard. But if you believe proponents of the If it Fits Your Macros (or IIFYM) Diet (also known as “flexible dieting“), you can eat anything you want and still lose weight — without counting calories. … Continue reading What Is the Macro Diet – How to Count Macros for Weight Loss

Nutrition

Ashitaba Benefits, Nutrition, Supplements and Side Effects

August 10, 2020August 10, 2020 -

Ashitaba, a green leafy plant, has been consumed for its medicinal benefits for over 400 years. This Japanese herb is packed with nutrients, including a variety of antioxidant called chalcones. Although research on the plant is limited, it was used … Continue reading Ashitaba Benefits, Nutrition, Supplements and Side Effects

Lifestyle

12 Ways to Lose Weight When You’ve Plateaued

August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 -

Losing weight is a battle, meaning victory is not always linear. At first, you might lose weight every time you step on the scale. Then, the numbers start to slow before staying completely stagnant. When this happens you’ve hit the … Continue reading 12 Ways to Lose Weight When You’ve Plateaued

Nutrition

Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

August 2, 2020 -

Ingredients: 1-1½ pounds sweet potatoes ¼ cup coconut oil ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon cinnamon or dill Directions: Preheat oven to 425 … Continue reading Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

Nutrition

Top 20 Magnesium-Rich Foods, Benefits, Supplements, Dosage

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 -

Magnesium plays a central role in just about every bodily process, from the synthesis of DNA to the metabolism of insulin. Low levels of this crucial mineral have even been tied to an entire laundry list of chronic conditions — … Continue reading Top 20 Magnesium-Rich Foods, Benefits, Supplements, Dosage

Nutrition

Review: Plant-Based Breakfast Sandwich – Starbucks, BK, and Dunkin’

July 12, 2020July 12, 2020 -

Fast-food chains, like the rest of us, are struggling through the global pandemic. Sit-down dining options are still limited in many states, drive-thru lines are serpentine, and employees fear their safety. How are fast-food chains responding to these challenges? With … Continue reading Review: Plant-Based Breakfast Sandwich – Starbucks, BK, and Dunkin’

Nutrition

Paleo Thai Iced Tea Recipe (with Coconut Milk)

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 -

Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 Meal Type: Beverages Diet Type Gluten-Free, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian Ingredients: 1 cup hot, boiled water ½ cup cold water 4 cloves, whole ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cardamom 2 … Continue reading Paleo Thai Iced Tea Recipe (with Coconut Milk)

Nutrition

8 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 -

Surprise – there’s protein in vegetables! From peas to kale, broccoli to artichokes, and spinach to Brussels sprouts, all of these green veggies pack a decent amount of protein in them. Mix and match these veggies to your heart’s content … Continue reading 8 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

Health

5 Ways to Tell If Your Vitamins are Real or Fake

June 21, 2020June 21, 2020 -

Some consumers do not know how to identify a natural vitamin from a synthetic one. Vitamin and mineral supplements may contain labels that are too complicated for you to understand. You may not even know what to look for in … Continue reading 5 Ways to Tell If Your Vitamins are Real or Fake

Nutrition

Plant-Based Supplements Versus Fish – Omega-3 Sources

June 20, 2020June 20, 2020 -

The term “plant based” is everywhere right now—and there’s no standard definition for what that phrase actually means. This confusion may contribute to something I’ve been hearing as a registered dietitian: that consuming plant-based omega-3 fatty acids is the same … Continue reading Plant-Based Supplements Versus Fish – Omega-3 Sources

Nutrition

Crispy Kale Chip-Chickpea Flour Recipe, With Variations

June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 -

Ingredients 1 tbsp. oil 2 1/2 c. chickpea flour 2 c. warm water 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. pepper 1 bunch of kale Directions Make em’ Heat oven to 400°F. Rub 2 rimmed baking sheets with 1 Tbsp oil each. … Continue reading Crispy Kale Chip-Chickpea Flour Recipe, With Variations

Nutrition

Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 -

Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 16 hours 40 minutes Serves: 6–8 Meal Type: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Snacks, Vegan Diet Type: Gluten-Free, Ketogenic, Low-Carb, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian … Continue reading Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

Nutrition

Benefits of Celery, Nutrition Facts, Recipes and More

May 2, 2020May 2, 2020 -

Whether in soups, vegetable trays or topped with peanut butter, most people at least occasionally consume celery in one way or another. That’s a good thing, because the benefits of celery — not to mention celery seed — include that … Continue reading Benefits of Celery, Nutrition Facts, Recipes and More

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Keto Coffee Recipe … or Butter Coffee

April 24, 2020 -

Ingredients: one 8-ounce cup of organic black coffee 1 scoop collagen powder made from bone broth 1 scoop beef gelatin (optional) 1 tablespoon grass-fed butter 1 … Continue reading Keto Coffee Recipe … or Butter Coffee

Nutrition

17 Fish You Should Never Eat (Plus, Safer Seafood Options)

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 -

Fish can serve as either a power food or an inflammatory, toxic nightmare for your body, all depending on what fish you choose. That why it’s so important to pay attention to (and avoid) the fish you should never eat. … Continue reading 17 Fish You Should Never Eat (Plus, Safer Seafood Options)

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Plant-Based vs Vegan Diet – What’s the Difference?

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 -

You’ve likely seen the term “plant-based” popping up everywhere. In the marketing of Impossible Foods products. All over the snack world. In one-sided films posing as documentaries. But what, exactly, does “plant-based” mean? That’s unclear at this point, as there … Continue reading Plant-Based vs Vegan Diet – What’s the Difference?

Nutrition

The 7 Best Non-Dairy Butters Substitutes For Vegans, Per RDs

March 6, 2020March 6, 2020 -

Non-dairy butter used to mean sketchy oils and zero flavor, but the plant-based diet trend has completely changed the game. In fact, whether you’re vegan or not, you might just consider swapping your usual Land O’ Lakes for for a … Continue reading The 7 Best Non-Dairy Butters Substitutes For Vegans, Per RDs

Nutrition

Cottage Cheese Nutrition, Benefits, Recipes and More

February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 -

Based on sales on the over past decade, cottage cheese seems to be making a comeback. Perhaps this is because it’s high in protein and low in carbs, therefore considered by some to be the perfect cheese for both low-carb … Continue reading Cottage Cheese Nutrition, Benefits, Recipes and More

Nutrition

Is Tofu Good for You? Health Benefits and Nutrtion Facts

February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 -

Tofu, also called bean curd, has gained popularity over the years, especially as a vegetarian- and vegan-approved source of protein. However, it’s also a highly controversial ingredient; while some praise it as a health-promoting superfood, others claim that soy products … Continue reading Is Tofu Good for You? Health Benefits and Nutrtion Facts

Nutrition

10 Best Plant-Based Protein Bars – Healthiest Vegan Protein Bars

February 8, 2020February 8, 2020 -

Thanks in the recent rise of the marketing term “plant-based,” there are quite a few plant-based protein bars on the market. Many of these plant-based protein bars are not good. They taste like pulling up a handful of weeds from … Continue reading 10 Best Plant-Based Protein Bars – Healthiest Vegan Protein Bars

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Types of Milk, Explained: From Skim To Whole Milk To Oat Milk

January 21, 2020January 21, 2020 -

If the dairy aisle could do the #10yearchallenge, it wouldn’t even recognize itself. I mean, half of what’s in the dairy aisle these days isn’t even dairy at all. Back in the day, you had just a few types of … Continue reading Types of Milk, Explained: From Skim To Whole Milk To Oat Milk

Nutrition

Olive Tapenade Recipe: A Mediterranean Diet Staple

January 7, 2020January 7, 2020 -

Total Time: 5 minutes Serves: 12–15 Ingredients: 1½–2 cups pitted black and green olives ¼–½ cup sun-dried tomatoes ½ cup capers, drained ½ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt ½ teaspoon pepper ½ teaspoon garlic ½ teaspoon onion powder 1½ teaspoons oregano … Continue reading Olive Tapenade Recipe: A Mediterranean Diet Staple

Lifestyle

Vegan ‘Spicy Tuna’ Sushi Recipe

January 4, 2020January 4, 2020 -

Yields: 1 – 1 serving Ingredients 1 1/3 c. plum tomatoes 3 tsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. mirin rice wine 2 tsp. sesame oil 2 tsp. wasabi paste 2 tsp. finely chopped nori 4 c. cooked rice 5 tbsp. sushi … Continue reading Vegan ‘Spicy Tuna’ Sushi Recipe

Nutrition

Vegan Diet and Losing Weight

January 1, 2020January 1, 2020 -

Going vegan—whether it’s for the planet, your health, or both—is a little different than deciding to do keto, try intermittent fasting, or (for some reason) go carnivore. While most people follow a vegan diet out of a combination of environmental, … Continue reading Vegan Diet and Losing Weight

Lifestyle

Thousands Urge Kellogg’s to Increase Range of Vegan Cereals

December 24, 2019December 24, 2019 -

Over 2,000 people have signed a petition calling on Kellogg’s to change the vitamin D source in their cereals to a vegan version. The petition is a joint campaign by Animal Aid – one of the UK’s largest and longest … Continue reading Thousands Urge Kellogg’s to Increase Range of Vegan Cereals

Lifestyle

The Absolute Best Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in NYC

December 8, 2019December 8, 2019 -

Since we last ranked New York’s best places to eat vegan food, the field has become even more crowded. The East Village is now a hotly contested culinary territory, with empire-builders Matthew Kenney and Ravi DeRossi engaged in some sort … Continue reading The Absolute Best Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in NYC

Nutrition

10 Best Supplements for Men – Creatine, Whey Protein, More

December 1, 2019December 1, 2019 -

The greatest moment in the history of supplements came on September 1, 1998. That’s when a sportswriter challenged Sammy Sosa on how he could compete with the androstenedione-assisted Mark McGwire. In reply, Sosa uncorked a shocker: He owed it all—wink—to … Continue reading 10 Best Supplements for Men – Creatine, Whey Protein, More

Health

Avocado Oil: 6 Health Benefits and How to Use for Cooking

November 19, 2019November 19, 2019 -

Thanks to the delicious dip known as guacamole, most likely you are familiar with the beloved avocado. But have you ever tried avocado oil or did you even know it existed? We previously ranked the benefit-rich avocado as one of … Continue reading Avocado Oil: 6 Health Benefits and How to Use for Cooking

Nutrition

7 Types Of Vegetarian Diets, Explained By A Nutritionist

November 16, 2019November 16, 2019 -

Once upon a time, being a vegetarian was pretty black and white. You didn’t eat meat, and that was that. These days, though, there seem to be 50 different shades of vegetarianism. “There’s more of an emphasis now on plant-based … Continue reading 7 Types Of Vegetarian Diets, Explained By A Nutritionist

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Is Soy Bad for You? Or Is It Good for You?

November 2, 2019November 2, 2019 -

Without a doubt, soy is one of the most controversial products on the planet. In fact, ask a handful of health experts “is soy bad for you?” and you’re likely to get a dozen different responses. While some claim that … Continue reading Is Soy Bad for You? Or Is It Good for You?

Nutrition

Do You Really Need To Refrigerate Peanut Butter?

October 30, 2019October 30, 2019 -

Without question, peanut butter is one of the best foods out there—you can spread it on bread for a sammie, add it to smoothies, spoon it on oatmeal, or in my case, simply grab a spoon and eat it straight … Continue reading Do You Really Need To Refrigerate Peanut Butter?

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4 Incredibly Easy Ways to Eat More Fiber

October 19, 2019 -

Fiber is probably the least sexy of all the nutrients. Protein gives you superhero muscles. Carbs grant you sustained endurance. Fat switches you into ketosis, if … Continue reading 4 Incredibly Easy Ways to Eat More Fiber

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Are Potatoes Healthy? – Potato Nutrition, Weight Loss Information

October 12, 2019October 12, 2019 -

The poor potato has been through so much. The Irish Potato Famine in the 19th century. The bastardization of it into Mr. Potato Head, a toy in which you anthropomorphize the tuber by stabbing it with body parts as an … Continue reading Are Potatoes Healthy? – Potato Nutrition, Weight Loss Information

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Fake Guacamole on Menus Due to Avocado Prices

August 8, 2019 -

Taco Tuesday just isn’t the same without a big dollop of guac on the side. But some restaurants are serving what we can only describe as … Continue reading Fake Guacamole on Menus Due to Avocado Prices

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Broccoli Nutrition, Benefits, Recipes, Side Effects and More

July 24, 2019July 24, 2019 -

Is broccoli the healthiest vegetable? It’s certainly at the top of the list. Ask any nutritionist, medical doctor, neuropath or nutrition researcher for his or her personal list of the most nutrient-dense foods, and cruciferous vegetables like broccoli are sure to … Continue reading Broccoli Nutrition, Benefits, Recipes, Side Effects and More

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