Take a scroll through Instagram and Pinterest in search of healthy eating tips and you’ll soon find that if fat loss is what you seek, than meal prep is where to start. Not familiar with meal prep? It’s when you make a batch of properly portioned and nutritiously balanced meals at one time so that you can easily eat right all week long. Avoid a Meal Prep Mistake What’s great … [Read more...]
Got Belly Fat? Thank Mom and Dad
If you have a round mound around the middle, it might have less to do with a lack of planks and crunches in your workout and more to do with your lineage. That’s because the apple--or more specifically, the apple-shaped body--doesn’t fall far from the family tree. If mom, dad, or another branch above is (or was) prone to belly bulge, it’s possible your body will follow … [Read more...]
5 Healthy Meal Tips Courtesy of Your Crockpot
FREE Ebook: 3 Secrets to Eating Right! Click here to get it now. Think you have to eat nothing but processed-laden foods from your slow cooker? That’s a crock! While chilly days of old may have meant day-long cooked meals made with cream-based soups, high-sodium sauces, and cheese for days, there are now more recipe options for healthier yet still taste-filled … [Read more...]
6 Hydrating Foods for You
The recommended amount of water that you should drink in a day seems to change depending on the study. The most common is the 8x8 rule, which simply means you should drink eight ounces of water eight times a day. While different research causes this amount to fluctuate up and down based on body size, the bottom line is that drinking water all day long is necessary for your body … [Read more...]
Make the Most of Your Farmers’ Market
Spring is often the kickoff season for farmers’ markets. Fresh produce, local meats, and even tasty baked goods from nearby artisans are all more accessible in one easy location. While you could continue to find your fare at the supermarket, farmers’ markets are often a healthier choice for both you and the environment. Doing your food shopping in an outdoor market can turn … [Read more...]