Is it BETTER to Drink Daily or Weekends only?
Is it better to DRINK DAILY but in moderation, or to abstain during the week + DO IT UP on the WEEKENDS? ALL JOKES ASIDE, we decided to look at the SCIENCE… WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU ONLY BINGE DRINK ON THE WEEKENDS? Since alcohol acts as a DEPRESSANT, drinking a substantial amount in a relatively […]
6 Classic Halloween Candies that won’t SCARE your SCALE!
Who said Halloween Candy was just for the KIDS?! Even though “candy” is not exactly synonymous with “diet”…there are still ways to TREAT YOURSELF, while not causing a SCARE when you get on the SCALE. Just take our advice on the smartest snacking choices + don’t turn the Halloween Candy into a 2 month chocolate celebration! […]
Simple Slow-Cooker Chicken + Pasta Soup
Soothe your soul with a classic chicken soup that includes tender pasta, carrots, and celery. Serves: 6 Hands-On Prep Time: 5 min Total Time: 5 hrs 30 min INGREDIENTS: 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds) 4 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces 4 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 medium onion, halved […]
REALLY EASY Slow-Cooker Smoky Beef + Bean Chili
Chipotles, tomato paste, and beer give this robust dish its deep, rich flavor. Serves: 4 Hands-On Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 4-8 hrs (depends on if setting slow-cooker on high or low) INGREDIENTS: (2) 15.5-ounce cans kidney beans, rinsed (1) 28-ounce can diced tomatoes 12 ounces lager beer ¾ pound beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch […]
Personal Portion Sized Freezer-Friendly Baked Oatmeal Cups
PLUS they’re gluten free + diabetic friendly! Here’s a FAST SOLUTION for that constant question of “WHAT DO I EAT??” – these healthy + filling baked oatmeal cups are the perfect SNACK SOLUTION to a busy morning or after-school madness. Perfect for the WHOLE FAMILY! Ingredients: 3 eggs 1 Tablespoons vanilla extract 1 cup unsweetened […]
Eat THIS Veggie to Burn Belly Fat FAST!
In general, incorporating more vegetables into your diet (like your mom said…) can help to shrink belly fat and promote weight loss. Vegetables help make you feel FULL on fewer calories, which is especially important when you’re trying to lose weight. But WHICH veggie has special chemicals that help to burn MORE BELLY FAT OFF FAST? […]
12 Beauty, Health + Anti-Aging Benefits of Cleansing
So what’s all this BUZZ about DETOXING + CLEANSING? Is it REALLY that great? Will it help me lose weight…make my skin glow…make me healthier?!? Why am I doing this again… With SO much information available on the internet now, sometimes it can be difficult to not get lost while sifting through all the material on […]
Do these 5 Things Every Day to Lose Weight without Trying
Add these 5 easy tricks into your daily routine to shed pounds fast and keep them off for good! It’s all about the HABITS…and here are a few that you can painlessly integrate into your already BUSY day to help your pants feel looser around your waistline seemingly EFFORTLESSLY! 1. Think “CROWD OUT” vs. “CUT OUT” […]
5 #DietHacks for Bikini Abs in No Time!
1. SNACK at this “Magic Hour” Try eating a snack that contains PROTEIN between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Go for a protein shake or bar, a piece of low-fat cheese like string cheese, or some almonds paired with an organic apple. No matter what, do not miss that snack. It’s important because it boosts metabolism and balances […]
5 BEST Fast Food Choices for on the go!
Sometimes you just have to MAKE DO with what you’ve GOT when you’re super busy…but that doesn’t mean you have to BACKSLIDE on your HEALTH + FITNESS goals! Let’s face it – we’re ALL busy! In a perfect world, we would all employ private chefs to make every meal and snack fresh, organic, and totally […]
How can Drinking HOT LEMON Water help you LOSE WEIGHT?
Many of us have heard that drinking HOT WATER with LEMON is GOOD for multiple reasons…and most of us don’t really know what exactly those reasons are… So here it is – the short version – on how drinking HOT WATER with LEMON as a part of your daily routine can help you achieve your weight […]
FAST + DELISH BEEF BROCCOLI STIR FRY
Looking for a FAST + DELICIOUS but still HEALTHY meal you can throw together, then throw on the stove for a few minutes, and have it come off looking like you’re the next star on the Food Network… Here’s one you can whip up in a jiffy to impress your friends, boyfriend…or just YOURSELF! Feel free […]