You see them everywhere: Pinkberry, Yogurtland, TCBY, the list goes on and on.Within the past few years, frozen yogurt has become a major hit.Companies claim that frozen yogurt is healthier than ice cream while tasting just as delicious. And one thing's for sure: people buy it up.However, frozen yogurt isn’t the perfect healthy treat you may think it is.Here's why... … [Read more...]
Carbohydrates are the nemesis of all diabetics. Oh how we love them, and oh how they hate us!Giving up the majority of my daily bread is the hardest part of being a Type 2 Diabetic for me. When it comes to pizza... when was the last time you managed to eat just one slice of your favorite pizza? Stopping after just waking your taste buds up with those first few bites isn't likely to happen, is it? As a way to cut back (and keep my blood glucose numbers in check), I started ordering a … [Read more...]
The best way to a healthy body is to start cooking healthy meals. No, you don't have to start all over from scratch. A few minor changes in how you prepare your food will go a long way toward improving your health. When you want to cook healthy for a nice change of pace, baby steps will get you where you want to be. These top 10 healthy cooking tips are a good start: … [Read more...]
Everybody's in a hurry. There's no time to cook. The drive-thru seems like the only option, right? Au contraire my friend, quick healthy meals are always possible, no matter how short your time may be! For starters, check out these easy meals for moms on the go to see just how easy it is to leave the pre-packaged junk food behind and include whole grains, nuts, and fresh produce in quick healthy meals. Some examples: … [Read more...]
Do you read the nutrition labels when you're shopping at the supermarket? All those percentages and metric weights can be pretty confusing. In many ways, the nutrition labels practically lie to you! For example, what good does it do to list "low fat" or "low sodium" when the serving size is unrealistically small? Who do you know that only eats 6 potato chips in one sitting? … [Read more...]
For something to make the rank of superfood it needs to have high phytonutrient content -- which indicates there may be a health benefit when added to your diet. Superfoods are a special category of foods found in nature. By definition they are calorie sparse and nutrient dense meaning they pack a lot of punch for their weight as far as goodness goes. They are superior sources of anti-oxidants and essential nutrients - nutrients we need but cannot make ourselves. Source Benefits … [Read more...]
This news won't break anybody's heart: dark chocolate is a superfood! Researchers established a while back that dark chocolate benefits health in many ways. Now there are 3 more benefits of eating chocolate to add to the list: Dark chocolate makes you smarter by increasing cerebral blood flow. Chocolate eaters are less likely to die during a heart attack. Chocolate fights cavities. This list of the top 10 everyday superfoods should be expanded to include dark … [Read more...]
Not all cooking oils are created equal. In fact, some cooking oils can greatly improve your diet. Here are 6 cooking oils that are good for you. The healthiest oils include: Olive Oil - adds flavor and reduces the risk of heart disease. Canola Oil - has the lowest level of saturated fats and is the cheapest for frying. Peanut Oil & Sesame Oil - lower your cholesterol levels. Walnut Oil & Flaxseed Oil - have the highest concentration of Omega-3 fatty … [Read more...]
How and what we eat seems to be an ever-changing part of our lives. Good news: According to recent food industry trends, it looks like chefs, restauranteurs, and the general public are finally leaning toward a healthier lifestyle! Most notable is the fact that people are watching very closely where their food comes from. … [Read more...]
Looking for a healthy snack to fill your craving for some munchies? Try some nuts and berries! Not exactly what you were hoping for? Good news: We've got lots of other healthy snack options for you today... … [Read more...]
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