When people talk about the calories in food, what do they mean? A calorie is a unit of measurement — but it doesn’t measure weight or length. A calorie is a unit of energy. When you hear something contains 100 calories, it’s a way of describing how much energy your body could get from eating or drinking it.
Calories aren’t bad for you. Your body needs calories for energy. But eating too many calories — and not burning enough of them off through activity — can lead to weight gain.
The vegan diet is touted for being healthy for the body and the planet, and some of those who have gone vegan report weight loss, glowing skin, and lots of energy. When thinking of a vegan diet, images of fruits and vegetables come to mind easily. You might think of going vegan as being “on a diet”, as you might think you are going to cut your calories.
Protein is an important component of breakfast. While eggs are an “egg-cellent” choice for breakfast, you might be looking for alternatives as well. Did you know that you can consume enough protein in your breakfast without eggs?
Meal prepping refers to preparing your meals in advance to help save yourself time during the busy week. This can include preparing the individual components of the meal or putting entire meals together in containers. Meal prepping is great for those who want to have nutritious meals throughout the week, but may struggle to find the time during the week.
I love desserts with little to no added sugar, so I decided to experiment with some ingredients I had on hand to create this delicious banana bread! You can enjoy this as a dessert, at breakfast or as a snack, and it’s got just enough sweetness to satisfy.
Have you ever looked at the nutrition facts on all of that ice cream in the supermarket? If you have, you might know just how much added sugar, artificial flavors and colors are found in these. Here, I give you a few of my favorites so you can make a wise choice when you want something sweet!
This pineapple oat milk smoothie is the perfect way to start your day! It’s sweet, healthy and simply delicious!
College students, do you find eating healthy to be a struggle?
Healthy eating in college has just been made easier! In this blog post, I share budget-friendly tips on healthy eating in college.
Save time!!! Put a pep in your step with vegan meal prep! If you choose to be vegan, it’s important to plan your diet carefully to be sure you are getting all of the essential nutrients. This post gives some ideas for breakfast that can be prepared in advance and help you to plan your diet.
Meal prep for the week can seem so overwhelming. We’ve simplified how to enjoy healthy prepared meals + included 15 easy recipes in this blog so that you can become a meal prep expert!
Whether it’s a pick-me-up during late night studying or simply a sweet tooth before bed, late night snacking is something most of us do. There is a growing stigma around late night snacking and its contribution to weight gain and poor health, but is this really true? We’ve heard that we should focus on what we eat and not when we eat it, but how can we satisfy our cravings without going overboard? Is late night snacking a culprit in weight gain or is it a myth? We will take a closer look at these statements in the post.
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