Yes, we all know that we should avoid sugar, eat plenty of fruits and veggies, and drink more water, but there is myriad of health and nutrition tips people don’t seem to know about, or tend to forget. Coming up with a balanced nutrition and diet plan can be tricky, but it shouldn’t exactly be rocket science either. In that name, here we have 5 interesting,...
Taking a vacation is a wonderful break from the everyday rut we all sometimes find ourselves in, and consuming different foods while abroad is an enriching experience for body and soul. Still, we need to keep in mind that food regulations differ from country to country and what works for the locals might not agree with us. While on vacation, make sure you check...
Dark chocolate delights the taste buds with its rich, decadent flavor. Whether it’s a succulent strawberry dipped in deep, dark chocolate or a dark chocolate candy bar, eating chocolate high in cocoa content actually offers specific health benefits for your body. Dark chocolate will contain at least 60 percent or higher cocoa solids and may also be termed semi...
Living a fast-paced life, always being on the go and having to eat out all the time can certainly take its toll on our health and eating habits in general that we worked so hard to create. Working long hours and not having the time or the energy to cook afterwards is understandable, but it doesn’t justify eating junk food, skipping meals or being inactive,...
Dealing with picky eaters can certainly be frustrating for moms and dads and getting the kids to eat healthy can be both challenging and rewarding. In lots of cases, kids will mimic their parents and eat what they eat, but there are always a few vegetables they won’t even “sniff”. Instead of forcing the kids to eat what they don’t like, try focusing...
You already know that eating food that is good for you does wonders for your physical and spiritual health. There’s nothing like eating food rich in vitamins and minerals to help keep our bodies humming along exactly as they should. Sometimes, though, nothing is better for the spirit than a no-holds-barred junk food and alcohol binge. After a hard day at work...
Eating meat entails digesting nutrients we need to function properly, such as protein, but it also comes with bad cholesterol and saturated animal fat. Switching to a vegan diet means depending on plant protein sans the unhealthy components of meat. In a nutshell, making the case for going vegan should be easy, but we all need to keep in mind that change is hard...
McDonald’s has definitely been in the news a lot lately. From their burgers beating the chicken sandwich in annual sales for 2014 to launching a fashion line in Sweden, McDonald’s is certainly working hard on its aggressive marketing campaigns. In the latest news from the corporation, it has been announced that the company will be raising the wages by one dollar...
