1. Oatmeal. Soluble fiber from oatmeal, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. 2. Berries. A handful of frozen berries adds antioxidants and fiber to your morning smoothie or oatmeal. Blueberries are only 80 calories per cup, Enke notes,[…]
Make liberal use of vegetables throughout the day. Vegetables provide fiber, which not only helps with digestion, but also increases your metabolism and provides a feeling of fullness. I eat as much as 1 bag in some of the later meals of the day. Drink plenty of water throughout the[…]
RECIPE: PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CHIP, HONEY & BANANA ICE CREAM Yield: 2 INGREDIENTS: 1-1/2 peeled medium bananas, sliced into coins and frozen until solid 3 tablespoons peanut butter 2 teaspoons honey 1 rounded tablespoon dark chocolate chips DIRECTIONS: Blend bananas in food processor or electric chopper until thoroughly smashed into[…]
Employing these 10 little tricks daily will help you lose weight, no gym or diet required. . Always start a meal with a glass of water: You’ll stay hydrated and feel fuller instantly, which can help you from overeating. Make a few simple swaps at every meal: Going for a[…]
Exercise is often sought out when one wants to get slim or toned, but working out has some pretty awesome side effects: It can beat stress, keep anxiety and depression at bay, cut the risk of about a jillion diseases, and improve sleep quality. There are a ton of other[…]
Creatine is an “osmotically active substance,” it pulls water into your muscle cells, which increases protein synthesis. A common knock against creatine is that it’s bad for the liver, but this doesn’t withstand scrutiny. A number of human studies have looked specifically at creatine usage and liver parameters and found[…]
The Truth: Not only is diet soda NOT helping you lose weight, it has countless negative effects on your health. Diet soft drinks were once viewed as the ultimate solution to sugar-filled, calorie-laden juice drinks and sodas. Zero calories with the same soda taste? Here’s what you DON’T know about[…]
Want to lose pounds the healthy way? Put these five power foods on your plate, and eat your way to a smaller size. 1. Salmon This rich protein has the power to fill you up, thanks to plenty of healthy fats that also pack metabolism-boosting omega-3’s. 2. Cucumbers More than[…]
One of the biggest exercise myths is that you can lose fat in an area of the body by strength training or exercising that specific body part. The truth is that “spot reducing” and “spot toning” do not work, because we cannot dictate from where our bodies will decide to[…]
1. EAT EARTH-GROWN NUTRIENTS That’s right, real food. If you focus on eating real food, and eating it as closely as possible to its natural habitat, you will be consuming the most nutrient-dense materials you can. Nutrient density—that’s the key here. Other rules to maximize nutrient density: Fresh is always[…]