After reading the newest and "best" diets, you'd think that carbohydrates are suddenly the enemy. Eat any amount and you'll put on a ton (pun intended) of weight. The truth is that carbohydrates are not all that bad. There are two main groups of carbs, both of which have different...
Carbohydrates have gotten a bad reputation in the last few years. With the emergence and apparent success of low carb diets, carbs have increasingly been seen as unhealthy. The truth is that certain types of carbs are good while others are bad. Limiting your intake of all carbs can hinder...
1. Whole Wheat Bread. Whole wheat bread is an excellent foundation for any sandwich. It contains complex carbohydrates which will slow digestion resulting in a steady release of energy. This will help your body use the calories more efficiently and minimize the amount of energy that is stored as fat....
Carbohydrates are our main source of fuel, especially for our brains. Completely eliminating them from your diet isn't a very good idea. Simple carbs such as soda,candy and other snacks that provide our body with no vitamins and minerals, just pure energy are known as empty calories. Too many of...
If you're trying to lose weight or even simply trying to stay away from junk food, hunger is your enemy. When you get hungry, you get cravings and rarely are these cravings for healthy snacks such as an apple or salad. When you get cravings you usually go for that...
Since we last talked about lifestyle changes, I've gotten many emails asking for more examples of these types of changes. So I've compiled a short list of 5 lifestyle changes that can help lead to a healthier outcome. Remember, you don’t have to jump right in and do all...
1. Protein. After sleeping for seven or eight hours and not eating anything, your body is in a state in which muscle is being broken down. An easy way to reverse this is to eat a food that is high in good quality protein. A great example of this type...
Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables and grains. It's benefits include lower blood pressure, reduced cholesterol and a feeling of satiety. Fiber is a carbohydrate that can't be digested by the human body. We lack an the enzyme required to use fiber as energy. There are two types of fiber:...
