Believe it or not - stress is vital for a healthy life! When we talk about stress or say we are under pressure it’s almost always in a negative context. Surprisingly the reality is completely different because there are two kinds of stress. One causes us to feel sick and interrupts our systems from regular […]
If you’re looking to experience fat-loss results, or simply want to boost your overall health, one of the best decisions you can make is to only keep healthy foods in the house. If you keep unhealthy snacks and convenience meals on hand, the chances you’ll consume them are far greater. Use smart grocery shopping strategies […]
Make no mistake about it – breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. Serving up a delicious and nutritious breakfast is a great way to control food cravings throughout the day and give your body an instant boost of nutrition at a prime time when it needs replenishment. Breakfast is a […]
Hummus is one of the most popular spreads for vegans, it's delicious and you can eat it with almost everything. You can spread it in your sandwich, serve it as a dip, and top your salad, or any other cooked dish with it. Where I come from (Israel) hummus is a big deal and it's […]
If you've been looking for a way towards a high octane diet, you'll find fiber to be exactly what you need. Even though research has shown fiber to be powerful, many people aren't taking this nutrient seriously. To help you fuel your health with fiber, here are 10 facts to help: 1. Fiber fights diseases […]
Experts say there are two basic categories of foods that can be considered "keeping it off superfoods" because they fill your tummy without piling on the calories: fruits and vegetables. And the nutrient that gives fruits and vegetables that ‘staying power?’ Fiber. So, if fruits and vegetables are the "keeping-it-off superfood groups," fiber may well […]
Organic food is food that is free from all genetically modified organisms, produced without artificial pesticides and fertilizers and derived from an animal reared without the routine use of antibiotics, growth promoters or other drugs. Once only available in small stores or farmers' markets, organic foods are becoming much more widely available Organic foods have […]
A lot of us live our lives like penned animals. Built to move, too often we put ourselves in a cage. We have bodies designed for racing across the savannas, but we live a lifestyle designed for migrating from the bed to the breakfast table; to the car seat; to the office chair; to the […]
What is the secret to a long and healthy life? It is in the food that we eat. As you well know, all foods are not created equal. Choosing and eating the right foods may help increase your life expectancy as well as the quality of your life. Here are ten of the top power […]
Getting enough dietary fiber in on a daily basis will help to reduce the level of hunger you experience, slow the digestion of food through the body, enhance heart health, and regulate blood sugar levels. Taking good care of your dietary fiber intake is important to overall digestive health. While it is important that you […]
If you have a child of 6 to 8 years old that wants to start exercising and lifting weights, you may find yourself wondering what you should do. While some think it is perfectly fine for children to exercise, there are others that think differently. The long and short of it is that yes, it […]
Beetroot Detox Smoothie Restart your day with this detoxifying purple morning shake, it's healthy and super tasty. It will give you energy for the rest of your day and kickstart your metabolic system 🙂 Feel Great & Have Fun! 1 small beetroot (fresh) 1 medium size carrot 3 cherry tomatoes 10 blueberries (frozen) 1 banana (frozen/ […]
Broccoli-Avocado Spread This delicious spread can work very well with various dishes - spread it on your morning toast, inside a burrito or tacos, use it as a dip or simply eat it straight out of the bowl 😉 The great thing about it is that you can barely feel the broccoli flavor and yet enjoy its wonderful […]
If you're struggling with a picky eater, then these suggestions are for you. Toddlers are notorious for being picky when it comes to food so getting them to eat healthy options like vegetables can be a challenge. Use these ideas to improve their diet quality. 1. Limit Between-Meal Snacking Kids need snacks but hungry kids […]
After Workout Power Shake This is my usual after workout shake, it's delicious and gives you everything you need to feel great and strong! And it's SUPER healthy 1 banana ( frozen/ fresh) 0.5 green apple 10 frozen blueberries 0.5 small cucumber 0.5 cup spinach ( frozen/ fresh) 1 rib celery 1 inch fresh […]
We’ve all had days when we didn’t feel like we were ‘on our game.’ And as we age, both our bodies and our brains grow old as well. By making smart food choices though, we can preserve our precious gray matter longer and improve brain function. Here are some brainy choices for keeping our noggins […]
Physical fitness refers to the human body's ability to function without too much fatigue. Thus the energy stored is enough to do leisure activities as well as overcome physical stresses with alertness and vigor. General alertness, muscular endurance and strength, and cardiovascular reliability are the obvious signs that you are physically fit. Normally, physical fitness […]
Juice can actually be considered a natural water source and provides the body with protein, carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that can be absorbed quickly and efficiently. Fresh juice also contains necessary enzymes, and pigments such as carotenes, chlorophyll, and flavonoids. Juicing fresh fruits and vegetables provides numerous nutritional advantages that are […]
This cruciferous vegetable is prone to be pushed off kids’ plates all over the planet, however, broccoli’s merit as a healthy diet is still true. The following are some of the benefits; 1.Heart health Broccoli is ideal for heart health since it has vitamins, fatty acids, and fibers that help regulate blood pressure. It also […]
Throughout America, potatoes are the most popular vegetable, even being ahead of other well-known vegetables such as lettuce and onions. You can cook potatoes in a variety of ways, and they are included in one out of three meals eaten by almost all Americans. When they are prepared in a healthy way, a potato can […]
Fast food is a big part of modern life these days, making it very hard to teach a child how he or she should eat healthily. The cheapest and easiest foods are those that are normally the least healthy. If you give your child the choice between healthy food and junk food, you normally don't […]
Eating is a part of life. Your body gets its nutrients from food. Sometimes we can go overboard with our eating habits and it can result in gaining weight. One issue with food is emotional eating. The problem of emotional eating may end with the scale but it begins in the mind. Stress takes its […]
We all want to do our part to protect the environment, but without a large paycheck, that can be seem difficult, if not impossible. But doing your part doesnít have to be hard. Small steps add up to a big difference, you just have to know which ones to take. Use less water. Saving water […]
