
A Look at Improving your Diet
A balanced diet is a sure-fire way of becoming healthier and fitter. Although dieting is widely regarded as a cut-down of food intake, there is a lot more to it than just that. To follow a nutritious diet, it is important to keep track of what food you are eating. The best way of doing this is by increasing your consumption of super foods and preventing your intake of unhealthy food. Read on to find out more about which food categories you should be eating and avoiding.Fruits You Should Be Eating Every Day
Fruits are the perfect way to end your day. Not only are they rich in vitamins, minerals and unique plant chemicals called phenolic compounds that have antioxidant properties and have been linked to reduced risk of chronic diseases. Eating…
258Drinks You Should Avoid For a Healthier Lifestyle
A sugary drink is any drink that has added sugars such as sucrose, fructose, glucose or artificial sweeteners like aspartame and don’t also have positive nutrients such as vitamins or proteins. Sugary drinks are sources of empty calories that…
112Foods to Avoid for the Better Health
When you are trying to lose weight, it can be hard to know what foods are healthy and what is not. Many of the fad diets out there seem like a good idea at first and can work for some people if they are followed for a limited amount of time.…
138Fruits you might Stop Eating for Better Health
When it comes to healthy eating, fruits are often at the top of the list. After all, they’re an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Most recommendations suggest that we eat at least one serving of fruit each day. With…
142The Dangers of Processed Meats
When you begin to cut back on processed foods and focus instead on whole, unprocessed ingredients, you’ll soon find that many packaged and pre-prepared options contain hidden preservatives, artificial flavourings and other additives. These…
150Vegetables that are high in Starch
You probably already know that you should be eating more vegetables. They’re packed with vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting antioxidants and they have a lot fewer calories than other food groups. It’s not just the quantity of your…
147Beans are a good source of Super food
Beans are one of the most affordable and accessible sources of protein, fibre, and other important nutrients. They are also very versatile. You can cook them in so many different ways they’re great on their own as a side dish or as part of the…
249Getting the Most Nutrition from Blueberries
Blueberries are a small but mighty super food. These juicy, purple berries are loaded with antioxidants and other healthy compounds. They’re also low in sugar and high in fibre, making them a smart choice if you’re trying to eat more fruits.…
234How Leafy Greens Contribute to Your Health
You probably know that dark, leafy greens are good for you. But how much do you know about them? Are you aware of the many benefits they provide? And do you understand why eating your greens are so important? If you’re reading this article,…
221Super foods with Amazing Health Benefits
Even the healthiest people can struggle to eat a balanced diet. Between long work hours and high stress, it’s difficult to find time to cook healthy meals that are also appetizing. Super foods can be an excellent way to improve your diet and…
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