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12 Delicious Foods That Can Be Healthier Than You Think
We all know how important it is to eat a healthy diet filled with nutritious food. But making healthy choices can be a lot more complicated than it sounds! Sure, we know the basic information - choosing whole foods over processed foods, whole grains over white bread and pasta, low-fat dairy products over full-fat, avoiding sugary drinks like soda and eating lots of plants like berries and leafy greens.
9 Easy And Better-For-You Dessert Recipes
We’re firm believers in the importance of having a balanced diet; a diet that’s filled with a lot of fresh fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean protein, and the occasional sweet treat. Yes, friends, we really said that! There are plenty of ways to snack responsibly and in moderation that won’t derail you from reaching your fitness goals. For instance, one great way is to swap all-purpose flour or heavy cream in your desserts, for gluten-free almond flour or almond milk. Small changes can make a big impact!
26 Healthier Appetizers to Bring to Your Next Party
Who doesn’t love a good party? Gathering with family and friends, no matter what the occasion is, always feels special, whether it’s a formal dinner party or a backyard BBQ! However, as much as we love parties, it can be hard to stick to our diet or healthy eating plan when we’re there.
How to Eat Healthy Foods Without Spending a Fortune
It’s a common misconception that eating healthy food breaks the bank. And that’s just not the case—research even shows! One of the studies done by the US Department of Agriculture found that healthy foods with low calories, such as fresh fruits and vegetables like berries and carrots, had a cheaper price per ounce than processed foods like pasta, frozen meals, cookies, and other treats full of sugar and calories.
This Beginner Workout Will Help You Get the Most Out of Your Gym
Did you recently decide that it’s time to start (or re-start) your fitness journey? Congratulations! Sometimes that can be the hardest part. But progress doesn’t happen overnight, regardless of how hard we wish. The first step—after acceptance and eagerness to change—is understanding what tools you have at your disposal. With so many different fad diets, workout plans, apps, and fitness articles circulating out there, it can be hard to know where to start. So that’s where we come in!
A Full-Body Workout That Benefits Every Muscle
You know that large, often brightly colored ball you see around the gym, that’s somewhere between knee and thigh height? That’s a stability, or Swiss, ball.
Why Recovery Is Essential—And How to Do It
You’ll be happy to learn that rest days are an essential part of your fitness journey. That’s right, people! Get rid of the feeling of failure you have for not hitting the gym seven days a week. But if you think rest days are for laying completely perpendicular on the couch, think again. Taking a rest day doesn’t always mean doing absolutely nothing. It’s time to start incorporating active recovery into your workout plan!
The Health Benefits of Asparagus
Asparagus is a tasty, nutritious vegetable with health benefits that make it an excellent addition to any diet! It’s super adaptable to any meal or cooking process, as it can be steamed, blanched, grilled, roasted and added to stir fry or salad.
Our Favorite Healthy Foods to Add to Your Grocery List
What’s the secret to healthy eating? Well, a lot of things of course, but if we had to pick one it would probably be preparation! It’s so much easier to choose a homemade, healthy meal over a stop at the nearest drive-thru when you know you have food prepped and ready for you at home.