One of the most common reasons for not eating healthy is the idea that it’s too time consuming. Eating healthier does take time; there tends to be more preparation and ingredients involved. But if you plan everything out, meal prepping can actually be very simple. Below are five meal prep hacks that make healthy eating a breeze! Plan your week First, it’s important to review ...

With today’s diet culture, developing and maintaining a healthy relationship with food can be difficult. You have been conditioned to believe certain food rules exist: no eating after a certain time of day, certain foods or food groups are bad and skipping meals is the fastest way to achieve the results you want. However, this way of thinking is largely flawed — and even danger ...

Macronutrients, also known as macros, are composed of the three nutrients we need in the largest amounts: carbohydrates, proteins and fats. All of these nutrients provide our bodies with energy, and each has a specific role that enables our bodies to function properly. It is important to consume enough carbs, proteins and fats daily by eating a balanced diet that contains a var ...

Are you consuming enough healthy fat? According to the American Heart Association, most people are not! Fats get a bad rap even though they are one of the three macronutrients your body needs for survival. Dietary fats are essential. They give your body energy, support cell growth, protect your organs, keep you warm, produce important hormones and help your body absorb other nu ...

What are functional foods, and why is it important to increase your consumption of them daily? While processed foods or foods filled with excess sugar can lead to increased stress, decreased energy and undesirable moods, functional foods can do the opposite — lower stress, increase energy and contribute to better moods. The term “functional foods” simply refers to unprocessed w ...