If you’re like most people in the Western world, you’re likely eating more sugar than is healthy—but never fear, cutting out sugar doesn’t have to be a big sacrifice. Here are three relatively painless ways to slash your sugar intake. Read the labels Sugar is snuck into more … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to cut back on sugar (without sacrificing too much)
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New study identifies why you should definitely be eating more spinach
We’ve written about how spinach can boost muscle gain and is high in folate, but today we have another reason to eat more of this leafy green. New research from Texas A&M University has found that eating spinach could reduce your risk of colon cancer. In their study, the … [Read more...] about New study identifies why you should definitely be eating more spinach
These 5 vitamins and minerals are essential to aging
Like all aspects of health and wellness, our nutrition needs change as we age. Changing physical health as well as lifestyle makes certain vitamins and minerals more crucial than they used to be. Let’s take a look at some that get more important as we age. Magnesium Magnesium … [Read more...] about These 5 vitamins and minerals are essential to aging
How healthy eating habits reduce stress levels
Are you feeling stressed lately? Perhaps part of the problem is your diet. Even if your diet isn’t the catalyst for your high stress levels, allowing your body to function at tip-top shape gives your hormones the chance to balance themselves out. Eating well isn’t impossible, but … [Read more...] about How healthy eating habits reduce stress levels
6 Ways to get out of a healthy food rut
Having an arsenal of reliable go-to meals like grilled chicken over kale or a yummy veggie stir-fry keeps maintaining a healthy diet easier. However, if you have the same meals going in your rotation, then boredom may strike, making you more likely to succumb to your pepperoni … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to get out of a healthy food rut