Articles about "Nutrition"

5 Ways You Can Lose Weight AND Still Eat Desserts

By The Captain / October 5, 2020 I’ve never been an advocate for extreme diets that imply cutting out most food groups or counting every calorie 24/7. Truth is, though, we could never

10 Common Foods and Drinks That Make You Look Much Older Than You Really Are

By The Captain / October 5, 2020 Telling someone that they look younger than they really are is one of the best compliments out there. After all, nobody wants to look old and sad. While

This Food Can Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer by 17%, Study Says

By The Captain / September 30, 2020 Are you a fan of carbs? If so, today I’ll give you one more reason to indulge in this important nutrient. Recent reports showed that eating more whole

7 Mistakes Even YOU Might Make With Peanut Butter

By The Captain / September 28, 2020 To me, peanut butter is one of the greatest thing a supermarket has to offer. You can mix it with literally anything and it will turn into a masterpiece of

What’s All the Fuss About Antioxidants?

By The Captain / September 25, 2020 This was my first question after beginning my journey into healthy eating. No matter what I read about foods, diets and balanced lifestyle choices,

10 Antioxidant-Rich Foods to Stay Healthy This Fall

By The Captain / September 25, 2020 The term ‘antioxidant’ is now more used than ever by nutritionists and doctors alike – for good reason. These little guys are essential to protect

Shake It Up! This Kale Smoothie Is Great For This Fall

By The Captain / September 23, 2020 Okay, I’ll admit it: kale may not be the most savory food out there, but a kale smoothie is a whole different thing. This superfood is packed with

5 Ways to Eat Healthier From 5 Registered Dietitians

By The Captain / September 22, 2020 Our body is designed by nature to eat healthier foods. Our mind, however, is less inclined towards salads and more compelled by the bright ads featuring

Vegan Recipe of the Day: Best Homemade Pulled Jackfruit Burger

By The Captain / September 15, 2020 Vegan Pulled Jackfruit Burger Who says you need pork to enjoy a delicious hamburger? You can amaze everyone at the table, including your meat-eater friends,

What Are Empty Calories? (& How to Avoid Them)

By The Captain / September 9, 2020 One of the first things that comes to our mind when we hear the word ‘food’ is ‘calorie.’ Knowing how many calories you need daily, counting them

5 Foods You Can Eat Daily to Lose Weight

By The Captain / September 9, 2020 A balanced diet that helps you lose weight means variety and moderation. Your body needs every food group to meet its daily recommended nutrient intake and

5 Surprising Foods with More Protein Than an Egg

By The Captain / September 3, 2020 For most people, eggs are the go-to source of protein and for good reason! According to the USDA, a single chicken egg contains six grams of protein, while

Vegan Recipe of the Day: Deliciously Easy Cheesy Vegan Quesadilla

By The Captain / September 2, 2020 Easy, Cheesy Vegan Quesadilla If you’re looking for a versatile, go-to meal, for breakfast, lunch or dinner, then you should definitely try this vegan

Shake It Up! Here’s a Delicious Oatmeal Smoothie to Fill You Up

By The Captain / September 1, 2020 Oats are among the healthiest types of cereal and there are endless ways to combine them. Personally, I love using soft rolled oats in my smoothies because

5 Foods That Give You Energy This Pandemic

By The Captain / September 1, 2020 Whoever thought that staying at home without running out of energy has never gone through a pandemic. Whether you’re working from home or parenting, the

5 Foods That Keep Your Heart Healthy This Fall

By The Captain / August 31, 2020 Fall is just around the corner, but that doesn’t mean we should give up on eating heart healthy fruits and veggies. In fact, I like to think of this

9 Foods That Look Delicious But Could Potentially Kill You

By The Captain / August 25, 2020 Delicious but dangerous foods There are so many delicious foods out there, that it’s difficult to name only one favorite. Whether they’re crispy, spicy,

Shake It Up! This Blueberry Smoothie Recipe Is a Morning Bliss

By The Captain / August 21, 2020 Aside from watermelon, which is a must during summer, I add forest fruits to my everyday meal plan. The combination between sweet and sour makes them the

Taking Vitamin D May Cut Symptoms of Vertigo, Study Shows

By The Captain / August 13, 2020 A study published on August 5 in the Neurology journal of the American Academy of Neurology found that taking vitamin D and calcium supplements might

Why Do So Many People Add Salt to Cheap Coffee?

By The Captain / August 10, 2020 Who would’ve thought that adding salt to a cup of cheap coffee can make it tastier? Certainly not me. However, more and more coffee lovers agree