As the seasons come and go, so do certain fruits and vegetables. They may be available year round, but some fruits and veggies taste the best at the prime of their harvest. With a warm creep into the summer season, these foods are likely to be popular in your local farmers market, as well as […]
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What Are Prebiotics? And Why Are They Good For You?
To make things slightly less confusing, it is important to briefly explain the difference between prebiotics vs probiotics. Probiotics are live “helpful” bacteria and yeasts that are often found in yogurt, fermented teas (kombucha), kimchi, or sauerkraut, that are beneficial to your gut. However, prebiotics are non-digestible fiber compounds that increase the production of the […]
Enjoying Your Cheat Meal to the Last Bite
Committing to a meal plan can take a lot of dedication and a lot of work. It also involves resisting temptation! When you wrap up a full week of staying committed and on track, you absolutely deserve to treat yourself. Being able to add in a cheat meal not only makes your life more enjoyable, […]
Easy Homemade Snacks For the Next Beach Day
Baked Chickpea Snacks This crunchy snack can be a “go to” snack for anyone, especially when trying to keep the waistline trim all summer. Chickpeas are great for an all day beach day because they contain slow digesting carbohydrates that are ideal for maintaining your energy. In addition, they increase your satiety, which is perfect […]
What Happens When You Skip Meals
As much as we would all like to deny, most of us are guilty of skipping a few meals or snacks here and there. Whether it’s because we suddenly got busy, forgot to prepare, or simply weren’t hungry, skipping mealtime can be common. However, making this a habit can lead to dangerous outcomes with weight […]