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5 TIPS FOR MAKING HEALTHY PASTA DISHES
For all the pasta lovers: you can have your noodles and eat them too! When it comes to weight loss, pasta gets a bad rep as carbs. But pasta can be part of a healthy diet if you dish them up the right way (and in moderation), especially if you're looking for...
DO YOU HAVE TO GIVE UP MEAT WHEN FOLLOWING A CLEAN EATING DIET?
Many people want to start eating clean, but because vegetarians and vegans have embraced this food philosophy, many meat-eaters aren't sure if this is the lifestyle they want to try. But clean eating is only a way of eating that focuses on fresh, natural, real food....
GROCERY SHOPPING TIPS FOR CLEAN EATING – PART 2
As you learn how to eat clean, you may not know how to shop for clean foods. And without the right ingredients, cooking healthy meals can be complicated. But you can quickly feel lost in a sea of labels and ingredient lists, which lowers your motivation before you...
GROCERY SHOPPING TIPS FOR CLEAN EATING – PART 1
Without the right ingredients, it can be difficult to prepare healthy meals at home. Good nutrition starts with smart choices in the grocery store. But because there are so many choices, grocery shopping can be a daunting task. However, when you head to the stores...
3 TIPS TO EATING HEALTHY DURING THE WINTER HOLIDAYS
'Tis the season full of love, seeing family and friends and preparing and eating delicious meals and desserts. Winter's cold temperatures can also add to the typical holiday stress. Few people do enough physical activity and don't eat healthily. How can we, in the...
HEALTHY THANKSGIVING DINNER TIPS
Thanksgiving is about appreciating the little things, being with loved ones, and, of course, indulging in the dishes you only get to eat once (maybe twice) a year. But for those committed to mindful and healthy eating, holidays centered around food can be challenging....
10 Healthy Eating Tips For When You Are Super Busy
The busier you get, the less likely you are to think about healthy eating. Unfortunately, acting in this way is counterproductive. You might think you are saving time and being more efficient by grabbing a burger and working through your lunch hour, then filling up...
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VEGANISM AND CLEAN EATING
If you're following a restrictive diet, chances are it's either for health, weight loss, religious or ethical reasons. For some, food is fuel; for others, it's comfort. And then there are those that see food as punishment, depending on how strict their diets are. A...
WHAT TO EAT WHEN YOU’RE CRAVING MEAT
So, you decided that you want to lower your meat intake. Whether you're doing it to live a healthier lifestyle or for ethical reasons, it's natural to have meat cravings still. Anyone who has embraced a plant-based diet and experiences the benefits may still find a...
WHAT TO EAT WHEN YOU’RE CRAVING JUNK FOOD
It's not uncommon to crave unhealthy food, especially if you're trying to eat clean. Even people who eat exceptionally healthy still get the occasional craving. Often, it's just our bodies alerting us that it lacks some form of mineral or vitamin. Although we're...