Am I eating the right foods? Which exercises should I do? Should I hire a personal trainer?
Whether you’re a spin class addict, or you haven’t picked up a dumbbell in your life, chances are you have a question or two about sports nutrition, training or fitness in general.
And you’re in luck, because Mrs. Fitness has answers! Join us tonight for a fun Facebook chat with Melissa Transou, competitive figure model, wife and mother.
The low-carb craze has calmed considerably in the past few years, but this once-popular eating plan is still stirring up controversy. One reader asks, “is low-carb healthy?”
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If you’re following a gluten-free diet, you may be familiar with crumbly, tasteless products that fall apart in your hands. But giving up gluten doesn’t have to mean giving up taste and texture – especially when we’re talking about important foods like pancakes, cookies and bread.
In case you missed it, we recently partnered with the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, to bring you gluten-free diet information, tips and recipes. Read more →
I love raspberries – they add a great tart flavor to smoothies, desserts and jams. But lately I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about something new that raspberries can do. Specifically something that raspberry ketones can do.
What in the world are raspberry ketones? Let’s start there.
A little heavy on the starch, lean in the protein department, entirely too much dairy—looks like your meal could use a makeover. And talk about perfect timing—tomorrow begins National Nutrition Month, a 30-day, healthy-eating campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association). This year’s theme? “Get your plate in shape!”
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Are your bad eating behaviors sabotaging your health? Read more about four common bad eating habits and how you can break them.
1. Mindless eating: One of the most common bad eating habits is not being aware of what (and how much) you’re consuming. Whether you’re eating dinner in front of the TV or snacking in your car, it’s easy to get distracted and end up eating more than you planned. Break this bad habit by bringing your plate to the table and paying close attention to the sight, smell and taste of your meal, so you can savor every bite and keep yourself from overindulging.
2. Not planning meals: It’s 6 p.m. and you’re starving. Without a plan, you’re likely to grab whatever’s convenient, which could mean a meal that’s high in calories or fat. Planning your meals (including lunches and dinners) ahead of time, especially during the workweek, can not only save you time and trouble, it may help you trim your waistline. Planning also gives you time to gather all necessary ingredients so you can easily prepare your meals without having to make a last-minute trip to the grocery store.
3. Giving in to cravings: Your brain is telling you that you need a candy bar. But does your body need it? Likely not. Many times, cravings are actually signaling other needs, such as water, vitamins or minerals. (Read more about decoding your cravings.) So next time you feel a craving coming on, don’t give in! Stop and think about what your body is actually trying to tell you.
4. Skipping meals: For those who are trying to lose weight, skipping meals may seem like a helpful habit. In reality, fasting can lead you to overeat at your next meal, and can deprive your body of essential sources of energy and nutrients. Skipping meals can also wreak havoc on your blood sugar levels and your mood. Keep your body and mind balanced by eating at least three healthy meals per day.
