Busy weekday mornings call for simple breakfasts that can be made in advance — and overnight oats definitely fit the bill. They’re perfect for early mornings when you’re flying out the door or need to refuel after a morning workout. Plus, they offer endless flavor combinations so even the pickiest eaters can find an option to love. You start with fibre-rich oats, soak them in
After dieting and getting lean all summer, it’s now time to stop starving and start eating. But where should you start? The word bulking conjures up images of stuffing mass amounts of food into your mouth for extended periods of time. Bulking works, but it works best in two week spurts. During times of over-feeding, the body becomes a growth
Both shakes and whole foods have their benefits and disadvantages. Finding a combination of both is the best option for your health. Use a protein drink after your workout or when you’re in a rush. However, to help your body function well, stick to the real meals as your general protein source. It feels so convenient to grab a protein
The alkaline base-forming minerals are associated with a significant and rapid increase in blood and urinary pH and a long-term increase in urinary pH after 1 week of supplementation. The ingestion of alkaline mineral-rich fruits and vegetables can help offset the acidogenic nutrients that dominate prevailing diets and thereby regulate an optimum and stable acid-base balance. Conversely, continued reliance on
Healthy digestion is crucial for a strong immune system and for a long life. Almost all people are affected by different types of digestive disorders. Every so often we might experience bloating, indigestion, gas, constipation or diarrhoea. Do you recognise any of these symptoms? Often we don’t pay attention to them or don’t see them as such. It’s easier to
Sugar.It’s everywhere. Of course, we can spot the obvious places– like ice cream and cookies, soft drinks and candy bars. But sugar also hides in less obvious places. Did you realise that store-bought spaghetti sauce almost always contains sugar? How about crackers, bread, and barbecue sauce? Even your breakfast sausage likely contains a good amount of the sweet stuff that
When people think about foods they can eat on the keto diet, they tend to zero in on meats and fats (a.k.a., the tasty stuff). But while fruits are generally kept to a minimum, veggies can get some serious play on the diet. Of course, not all vegetables are created equal in the keto diet's eyes. Some, like peas, beans, corn, and carrots,
You may wonder if it’s possible to lose weight while not giving up snacks. If you choose healthy, whole-food options with a lot of protein and nutrients, snacks can be integral to weight loss. Some can even help keep you full throughout the day and limit your cravings for unhealthy foods. Eating a snack between meals helps curb your hunger
It's an accepted fact that to lose weight we need to be in a calorie deficit. In other words, we need to eat fewer calories than we burn over a given period. Looking for and eating foods that reduce our appetite can help us achieve a calorie deficit more easily. Certain fruits help with our weight loss goals because they
Water is more than just an excuse to stop and catch your breath while you exercise. Water is the most overlooked but necessary nutrient for athletes. As you lose water from your body via sweat, you'll need to replace that fluid with new water to stay healthy and stop dangerous effects of dehydration. Understanding the importance of water during exercise
