11 Reasons You Should Track Your Food I often think there is a large misconception that tracking your food only needs to be done if you are trying to lose weight. The reality is, many people can benefit from tracking their food regardless of what their health goals are or if they are working on…
Are Sugar Alcohols Healthy? Given the health concerns around the consumption of sugar, in the past number of years sugar alcohols have risen in popularity. Low-sugar recipes and store-bought food items now call for and include xylitol, sorbitol and other sugar alcohols as replacements to conventional sugar given they provide the same sweet taste without the…
10 Reasons to Quit Sugar Humans have been eating sugar for over 2,000 years, and although we all know that a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, excess consumption of sugar is not quite the same thing. Enjoying sugar and treats in moderation can certainly be part of a healthy diet (and should…
Why You Need to Eat Fat to Burn Fat The thought of eating fat still makes a lot of people cringe. For years, we have been told to eliminate fat from our diet for fear of weight gain, but the truth is, it hasn’t gotten us very far. Although we have been reaching for fat-free,…
Why You Should Rethink Cholesterol For years, we’ve been told to avoid foods that contain cholesterol; we’ve been told to limit egg yolks, avoid fatty cuts of meat, and put down the butter. Cholesterol has been demonized as an artery clogging substance, said to be the cause of heart disease, and has been vilified by…
9 Signs You’re Addicted to Sugar Feel like you literally can’t live without chocolate? Always need something sweet after a meal? Can’t stop eating sugar once you start? You are not alone. Sugar addiction is real and common, and without a doubt the most addictive substance in our food today. Although most people are aware…
6 Ways to Eat Healthy When You’re Busy News flash, being “busy” is not an excuse to not eat well. The truth is everyone is busy, it’s a way of life these days, and yet many people are still able to eat well and focus on their health goals. But, how do they do it?…
Is Protein Powder Healthy? Pick up any health, fitness, or weight loss magazine and you will undoubtedly see articles and advertisements touting the health benefits of protein powder. From whey to hemp to soy, protein powders promise to be the solution to weight loss and a lean physique, and an essential part of a healthy…
Why You Need More Food Less Often The question of how often to eat is a big one; people are constantly arguing over whether it is better to eat multiple smalls meals per day or three big meals per day. For years, we have been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the…
How to Stick to a Healthy Diet When it comes to following a healthy diet, getting started is the easy part, but sticking to those changes for the long-term is tough. Whether it’s a party, a vacation, or a late night on the couch that derails your game plan, keeping those healthy habits going is often…
12 Reasons You’re Not Losing Weight Feel you are eating well and exercising regularly but the scale just won’t budge? It’s only human nature to get frustrated by this and wonder if you will ever get those pounds off, but it is likely not as complicated as you think. More often than not, people are…
Why Calorie Restriction doesn’t Work Think that calories are the key to weight loss? Think again. Calories have been touted as the source of weight gain and the key to weight loss, however, that is truly not the case. In fact, the calories in vs. calories out model is fundamentally flawed and, in order to…
How to Eat Healthy Anywhere Although many people worry about what to eat when they are on the road or traveling, it’s actually quite simple. In fact, it doesn’t matter if you are at a gas station, a coffee shop or a fast food restaurant, there is always a healthy option. So, in order to…
4 Reasons to Always Read the Ingredients I constantly talk about the importance of reading the ingredient list, and yet, every day people fail to do so. People opt for items they think are healthy choices only to later realize that they were duped by good marketing and labeling. The good news is, you don’t need…
How to Spot a Fake Sourdough Sourdough is hands down healthiest type of bread. Made with only three ingredients; flour, water and salt, sourdough is simple and natural, the way bread should be. However, with the rise in popularity of sourdough, and all of its health benefits, food companies and grocery stores are jumping on…