Oranges are sweet, juicy, tangy, packed full of nutrition and contain just 62 calories per fruit. They're rich in fiber which promotes regular bowel movements, keeps your digestive system healthy and allows you to get the maximum nutrition from your food. Oranges are also an excellent source of vitamin C and various B vitamins which collectively boost your energy levels, strengthen your immune system, help your wounds to heal and provide your cells with antioxidant protection. In addition to this, they're packed full of the phytonutrients carotenes and flavanones which protect against numerous … [Read more...]
9 Top Protein Rich Meats
Meat is one of the most popular and widely consumed protein sources. However, despite its popularity, many people don't take full advantage of this protein rich food group and get almost all their protein from chicken and beef. While these are both very good protein sources, there are so many more high protein meats to try. In this post I'm going to be introducing you to the many protein packed meats that are available and listing 9 Top Protein Rich Meats. Once you've checked out the infographic, please Like, +1, Pin and Tweet it by using the buttons above and below the post. Also, if you … [Read more...]
7 Top Protein Rich Food Groups
Protein is a key macronutrient that's responsible for building, maintaining and repairing all your body's cells. It can be found in a wide range of foods but despite this, many people get their protein from a limited number of sources. In this post I'm going to be addressing this issue and helping you add some variety to your protein intake by listing 7 Top Protein Rich Food Groups. For each protein rich food group, I've listed five of the best food sources, so you get 35 high protein foods to choose from in total. These food groups cover almost every style of eating, so whether you're … [Read more...]
9 Tips For Healthy Alcohol Consumption
Alcohol can have a negative impact on your health and fitness if you're not careful. It can lead to dehydration, organ damage, weight gain and much more. The good news is that if you follow a few simple steps, you can still enjoy alcohol as part of your lifestyle and achieve all your health and fitness goals. In this post I'll be discussing how to do just that by providing you with 9 Tips For Healthy Alcohol Consumption. Once you've checked out this infographic, please Like, +1, Pin and Tweet it by using the buttons above and below the post. Also, if you want more information on cutting the … [Read more...]
6 Top Low Calorie Alcoholic Drinks
Alcohol is one of the biggest obstacles to successful weight loss. Many people improve the quality of their diets but don't alter their alcohol consumption habits. As a result, they end up drinking thousands of excess calories each week and don't get the weight loss results they desire. The good news is that if you choose your drinks wisely, you can still enjoy alcohol in moderation without it having a negative impact on your weight loss goals. This post will help you do exactly that by listing 6 Top Low Calorie Alcoholic Drinks. Once you've checked out this infographic, … [Read more...]
Top 10 Misleading Healthy Food Labels
When people see food labels such as 'All Natural', 'Fat Free' or 'Made With Real Fruit', they often believe the food they're buying is good for their health. Unfortunately, what these labels suggest and what they actually mean are very often two completely different things. The FDA have very loose rules when it comes to the labelling of health foods and many food manufacturers use this to their advantage and put statements on the labels that make these foods appear much healthier than they actually are. The good news is that if you know what to look out for, even the most deceptive food … [Read more...]
Bacon: A Tasty & Nutritious Meat
Hello Everyone, today’s article is a guest post from Liz Yin - author of the Bacon Book. ----- Bacon...what a delicious option for cured meat! I'm personally a huge fan of pork belly, whether it's in the form of bacon strips or a thick cut that's slowly braised until each morsel just melts with a slight touch. But did you know that outside of the United States, bacon is usually prepared from other cuts of pork like the side and back cuts? But we're talking about bacon, so how or why should we put bacon and healthy in the same sentence? While it’s true that bacon does contain high … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Drink More Water
Water is a key ingredient for healthy living and without it your body cannot perform efficiently. When you're body's not fully hydrated, your metabolism slows down, your body doesn't absorb the nutrients in your food as efficiently, your energy levels start to flag and your concentration levels go down. The good news is that by simply making an effort to drink more water and aiming to drink eight glasses per day, you can avoid all these negative side effects, hydrate your body and allow it to perform at its full potential. The articles below provide you with a number of suggestions for … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Make Your Own Healthy Fast Food
Branded fast food may taste great but it's also loaded with calories and trans fats, so if you want to achieve your health and fitness goals, it's something you need to be consuming in moderation. The good news is that if fast food is one of your favourite types of food, you can make your own healthy burgers, fries and sausages with ease. By making your own healthy fast food you not only cut the total calories and avoid the harmful ingredients but you also provide your body with lots of healthy fats, protein and other health boosting nutrients. The links below contain plenty of healthy fast … [Read more...]
Fitness Tip Of The Day – Snack On Fruits
When most people get hungry between meals, they reach for cakes, chocolates or crisps which are rich in calories and low in nutritional value. However, if you want to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle, fruits are a much better snacking option. They're low in calories, keep you fuller for longer and are packed full of health boosting vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. These nutrients boost your health in countless ways and are an essential part of your diet. Without these nutrients, you not only miss out on all their positive effects but you also put yourself at risk of … [Read more...]