healthy eating

Vitamin E and Selenium Ineffective at Preventing Cataracts

February 20, 2020
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The development of cataracts is a common eye problem that can occur with age. Taking steps towards preventing cataracts is wise, and those steps can include seeing an eye doctor regularly for checkups, eating right, leading a healthy and active lifestyle, and taking supplements that can help fill in nutritional gaps. But, can selenium and […]

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Top 3 Reasons Diets Fail

July 13, 2019
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Coming into the New Year, one of the most common New Year’s resolutions that starts at the top of everyone’s list at the beginning of the year and for 80% of the population, end up at the bottom over the next twelve weeks, is losing weight. However, with the onset of the summer months, people usually […]

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Why You Should be Using a Food Scale to Measure Your Serving Sizes

November 16, 2017
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Are you eating the right portion sizes at meal time? Are you sure? Do you know how big a serving size is when you see it on your plate? You might be surprised at how inaccurate your guessing is. The reason is that most foods are measured by weight and not by volume. As a […]

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Why Beef Jerky is Actually NOT a Healthy Food at All

August 8, 2017
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Many people are under the impression that beef jerky is a healthy food that makes a great snack, especially when you are on the go or you are too busy. But the truth is that beef jerky is not healthy at all. Continue reading to learn why, and then make it a point to swap […]

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How to Calculate Your Personalized Macronutrient Needs

June 9, 2017
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Did you know that there are three macronutrients that are considered the major ones that your body requires in order to properly and optimally function? Those three macronutrients are fats, carbs, and protein. Getting the right amount of these macronutrients can help bring your body into a state of balance and keep it there, while […]

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I Stopped Drinking Soda and This is What Happened

May 23, 2017
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  After reading about how bad soda is for your body, I decided that I was going to finally quit drinking soda. I wasn’t sure how my body would respond, and I certainly knew that it was going to be difficult, but I wasn’t going to let that stop me. What I found in the […]

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Try These Pasta Substitutes to Reduce Carbs on Your Plate

April 11, 2017
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There are plenty of benefits that can be derived from following a low carb diet. But even if you don’t want to restrict your carb intake in an extreme fashion, you can still benefit from a reduction in the amount of carbs that you consume on a daily basis.

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How Amazon Go Is Changing the Grocery Shopping Experience

January 6, 2017
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Amazon is the biggest and most popular online marketplace where you can purchase just about anything. From workout gear and vitamins, to clothing and entertainment, Amazon is often the first place that online shoppers go when they are looking for a great deal and fast shipping.

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Ways to Make Losing Weight Fun

December 3, 2016
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No one ever said that losing weight would be fun, but no one ever said that you can’t make it fun if you really wanted to either. Check out the tips below if you want to take a difficult and boring weight loss routine and make it more interesting and something that you can look […]

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Thanksgiving Weight Gain Prevention Tips

November 18, 2016
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Thanksgiving is a holiday that’s all about digging in and enjoying a delicious feast with family and friends as you give thanks for all that you have in your life. But this indulgence could quickly lead to unwanted weight gain. After working really hard to achieve your fitness and weight loss goals, the last thing […]

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