As Thanksgiving draws near, it is normal to feel a little anxious about approaching the holiday while trying to stick to your diet. Fortunately, there are so many ways to make healthier alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving dishes while pleasing your whole family and sticking to your goals! If you are attending a Thanksgiving meal and […]
Author: G-Plans
The Lowdown on Legumes: Packed with Plant Power!
The term “legume” is used to describe plants that produce edible seeds or pods that are used as food. What are examples of legumes? Pinto, navy, white, black, red, northern, garbanzo, cannellini, kidney, lima and adzuki beans; green, split and black-eyes peas; red and green lentils; and soybeans. Why should you eat them? Legumes come […]
Dirty Details on Dairy
You’ve probably noticed that cheese and other delicious dairy products are mysteriously missing from your G-Plans menu. Why? Let’s find out. First of all, what is dairy? Dairy products are foods and food items produced from the milk of mammals. (Just to set the record straight, eggs are often grouped in with dairy, but eggs […]
Packing for Success
Getting ready to go on a trip, but feeling nervous about sticking to your diet? The most important thing you can do to avoid stressful situations or going off track is to plan ahead! There are so many options for healthy, non-perishable and packable snacks you can bring with you in case you find yourself […]
Carbohydrates: Friend or Foe?
Your diet is made up of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. All of which are macronutrients that have many different purposes in the human body, Carbohydrates provide fuel for your body and are important for your central nervous system and working muscles. Not to mention, many carbohydrates are rich in important nutrients for your body. The […]