Foodie Friday: Supergreens
Supergreens are packed full of essential nutrients that are necessary for a healthy and balanced diet. Consuming these health-enhancing greens are a must for winter! Spirulina: This micro-algae contains high amounts of minerals, vitamins and essential amino acids but is also perfect for sport performers; it is a high glycogen source which means it provides [...]
The Important Nutrient that Most Americans are Lacking
Are you getting enough dietary fiber? According to statistics, you are most likely falling short. The average American consumes a meager 12 to 17 grams per day, which is only about half the amount recommended. Dietary fiber is a type of carbohydrate that is present in the plant foods we eat. What makes it different [...]
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Foodie Friday: Beets
Beets are becoming increasingly popular as gourmet chefs & top restaurants incorporate them into menus for their earthy sweetness, beautiful colors, and high nutrient content. Though beets have the highest sugar content of any vegetable, they are low in calories, high in fiber and rich in folic acid, magnesium and potassium. Their greens are incredibly [...]
The 5 Healthiest Seeds
Seeds are often left out of the list of nutritious foods you should be eating. There are numerous types of seeds, and they can have different tastes as well health benefits. Seeds are extremely versatile and can be a quick and easy snack or incorporated into your meals. Here are five healthy seeds you should [...]
Foodie Friday: Lentils
Lentils are an often overlooked delicious source of both protein and fiber. A staple of the East, this legume is a given in any East Indian household or restaurant, and comes in assorted colors (red, green, yellow, black) that give it varying flavors. While often combined with rice or bread in India (the largest producer in [...]
High Five for Fiber
Whether you’re trying to gain or lose weight, currently in a weight plateau or just trying things out to get healthy this season, boosting up your fiber intake brings forth smiles all around. Americans today only take in about half of the daily recommended needs (25-30 grams a day) for a healthy diet, which increases [...]
