Do you get anxious or excited about food during the holidays? It starts with Halloween eating all the sweets, then big Thanksgiving meals, and then weeks leading up to Christmas with the temptations everywhere, and then the big day arrives with Christmas Day, and then the leftovers and alcohol fueled week between Christmas and New Year. When does it stop? There is another way … [Read more...]
Pistachios and Belly Fat: Is There a Link?
Are you going nuts for nuts? Are you worried that you are eating too many nuts and gaining belly fat? You might be concerned about the high calories and fats in nuts. Have no fear, eating nuts can actually be good for reducing belly fat. We are going to dive into pistachios in this article to understand the link between these nuts and belly fat. Research shows that humans have … [Read more...]
Beware of Artificial Sweeteners Side Effects
In the world of health, diets and nutrition, you may have heard the supposed dangers of too much sugar and turned to artificial sweeteners in your daily cup of tea and coffee instead. However, is this a healthy choice? Let’s take a look at artificial sweetener side effects to understand the pros and cons to make an informed choice for your health. What are the Negative … [Read more...]
Top 10 Cruciferous Vegetables Benefits
What do broccoli, kale, cabbage and cauliflower have in common? They are all part of the same family - that is the cruciferous, or brassica, family of vegetables. We are all aware that eating your greens, broccoli and Brussel sprouts is a good thing for healthy living, but are you familiar with what cruciferous vegetables can do for your health? In this article, we will dive … [Read more...]
High Protein Diet Benefits
Will eating a high protein diet help you lose weight? Should you eat protein at every meal? Do you need to eat a specific amount of protein per day? These are some of the common questions that pop up when thinking about a high protein diet and whether you should be doing it. Let’s uncover the topic to set a few records straight on the protein dilemma. What is a High … [Read more...]