After–or even during–a tough workout, how often do you daydream about your postworkout meal? After all, you earned that milkshake or double cheeseburger and fries; plus, you have some calories to make up for, right? Not so fast. Splurging on…
If you find the freezer or pantry–stocked with ice cream, cookies, and chips–calling your name late at night, don’t blame your lack of willpower; blame your genes. According to a recent study published in the journal Obesity, our circadian rhythms–the…
In a previous post, I talked about nutrition hacks that cut calories, refined carbs, and unhealthy fats: simple strategies like replacing mayo or sour cream with Greek yogurt or bulking up pasta with spiralized zucchini that, eventually, could lead to…
Most kebabs come in the form of meat, chicken, or shrimp skewered on bamboo sticks; sometimes a few grilled vegetables are thrown into the mix to break up the monotony of color. But how often do you see a skewer…
In March, I got to attend ExpoWest, a trade show for natural, organic, and healthy foods from all over the world (imagine a giant Whole Foods on steroids–and you get to sample everything!) The following new products, most of which…
It might not be so easy to switch from potato chips to kale chips or to trick yourself into believing that chia seed pudding is just as delicious as chocolate mousse, but some swaps and tricks–like the ones below–are so…
If you find yourself in line for another iced coffee or nibbling on leftover office donuts at 10 AM, don’t blame your lack of willpower–blame your breakfast. With a little help from a balanced and wholesome mid-morning snack, breakfast should…
Low fat, low sugar, low salt, whole grain, gluten free, organic, natural, low carb: these are just a fraction of the adjectives you see splashed around food products in the grocery store today. In the food industry, food manufacturers have…
When it comes to dieting, weight maintenance, and general nutrition, carbs are not the devil–despite what the Atkins and Paleo diets would have us believe. Carbs supply our bodies with the energy to perform everyday tasks and to work out;…
Generally, nutritionists and dietitians refrain from labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” as it can promote unhealthy attitudes towards food — and, for the most part, any food can be eaten as long as it’s in moderation. But we’re all…