We've all heard about how important it is to eat healthy foods in order to lose weight and be healthy. And for women, losing and maintaining a healthy body weight can be more challenging than for men. Fortunately, there are some foods that can help give us that extra help to not only assist us in losing weight, but to also benefit our overall health, such as reducing our risk of cancer, heart disease,...
Anyone who has ever wished they could improve their memory or concentration, or felt they had a hard time learning something new, might shrug it off as a lack of smarts or as part of getting older. However, poor mental performance is also linked to the foods we eat. We can choose to eat foods that will make us smarter, help us process information faster and help us retain what we learn. Can food really...
A- High-Intensity Interval Training- (HIIT) workout has been shown to be a fantastic workout and many are pursuing this method of fitness with passion since it fits in with lie in a way that other things may not. But the intensity is really something and post-workouts can leave some of us absolutely ravenous. When that happens, it’s easy to eat back burned calories thinking we've "earned it." Choosing...
Inflammation is an integral part of the immune system's response to injury and infection. It is the body's way of telling the immune system not only to heal and repair damaged tissues but also to defend itself against foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria. When this happens, chemicals from the body's white blood cells are released into the blood or affected tissues to protect your body from...
Packing only -85 calories- per cup, blueberries are as good for your waistline as they are for your body. They contain loads of health-boosting vitamins and nutrients, such as potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, protein and fiber. What’s more, they can ward off disease and help us remain in tip-top shape. And the best part? They’re available year-round in both fresh and frozen varieties. Blueberries...
These colorful small bits of fruit pack a BIG source of flavor and nutrition for us. Berries are tiny powerhouses and there are so many different reasons to eat them. The number one reason, which you have probably heard before, is that berries are filled with antioxidants. We need and want antioxidants because they are protectors from disease. They include vitamins A, C, and E. Secondly, the beautiful...