Meal Prepping 101: 3 Easy Steps to Meal Prepping!
Meal planning/prepping is the key to eating healthy. The good news is that you don’t have to be a super organized person to prep meals – you just need to keep certain ingredients on hand! Let’s think for a moment about what exactly we need when figuring out how to prep meals… Meal planning tips 1.Once a week, go to the grocery…
So What’s the Deal with Fermented Foods?
There are tons of health benefits that come from the consumption of fermented – or probiotic – foods. In addition to regulating appetite and reducing sugar and carb cravings, fermented foods also help keep our gut in tip-top shape, thus optimizing our health and reversing the effects of disease. Read on to see how you can use cultured foods to live a…
Be Nutritionally Fit – General Shopping List
Shopping for the right foods can be tough – especially if you don’t know what you are looking for. Not to worry- Wendy has created this general shopping list to start you on your Nutritionally Fit lifestyle! Looking for a shopping list specific to your health needs? Contact Wendy for guidance.
Happy Valentine’s Day: Treat your sweetheart to heart healthy treats
The day of love is quickly approaching. Valentines Day can be a challenging day for those watching their weight, as it is filled with tempting treats. If the person you love has been working so hard to eat healthy why seduce them with mouth-watering delicacies. Instead show your love and support by choosing a gift that is not overloaded with sugar and…
Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season
The holiday season is a perfect time to get out and travel. Maybe you’re going halfway across the world. Maybe you’re going two cities away to visit grandma. Or maybe you’re staying right at home. Whatever your plans are, be sure to remember that just because we have a lengthy break from school or work doesn’t mean we’re off the hook for…
How to Make Healthy Choices This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of the greatest holidays of the year. It means we are surrounded by lots of yummy food and our closest family and friends. What’s there not to love?! Well, maybe the food coma we’re all familiar with feeling afterwards. Thanksgiving dinner doesn’t have to mean we eat until we’re stuffed like the turkey on the table. Here’s how to…
Perfect On-The-Go Snacks All Under 200 Calories
Let’s face it, when we’re on the go, we’ll most likely grab any food that is portable and easy to take around. Unfortunately, these are often times highly processed and fatty snacks such as a bag of chips or cookies. To keep yourself from grabbing something of this nature, stock up your kitchen with healthier options that are rich in fiber to…
The Pros and Cons of a Low Carb, High Protein Diet
For years, people have been raving about low carb, high protein diets. While they may seem like a quick and easy way to lose weight, it is important to weigh both the advantages and disadvantages before determining if it is the right choice for you. Pros: A lower calorie intake, as carbs such as bread tend to be highly caloric Fast initial…
Yummy Alternatives for Carb-heavy Dishes
While carbohydrates provide us with a quick source of fuel, eating too much of them – especially refined foods like white bread and sugar – can be detrimental to our bodies. To name just a few negative side effects, eating too many carbs causes erratic shifts in our blood sugar levels and impacts our energy, mood, and weight. Read on to learn…