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Trying to eat a healthy, balanced diet without compromising on flavor? Choosing locally grown and raised foods helps you achieve both. Plus, there are other benefits to eating local. Here are our top five reasons to choose local foods over others. 1. As Fresh as it Gets One of the biggest benefits of eating local […]

Protein is one of the three macronutrients your body needs every day to function at optimum levels. Best known for helping you build muscle, protein is actually a true multitasker that contributes to numerous other processes in our bodies. Here is just a selection: protein helps you feel full after a meal and contributes to […]

Clean Eating Isn’t Boring Eating Many of us have been there. You share with friends that you’re trying to eat healthier, and their response is groans and eye rolls. But consuming a diet of organic vegetables, gluten-free foods, and high-quality protein doesn’t have to be boring or unsatisfying. The reality is that clean eating gets […]

There is an unending stream of news about the dangers of eating too much sugar and other unhealthy ingredients. The result is that more people than ever are actively trying to find ways to eat healthier. A recent study found that one-third of Americans actively try to maintain a healthy diet, and most people know […]

The holiday season is a time for food, family, and fun. It’s also a time when it’s easy to overindulge in food and drink, causing health problems and weight gain. It is important to remember that the holiday season is not a time to give up on your healthy lifestyle goals. You can still enjoy […]

The holidays are a great time of the year, especially for fans of dessert. However, when you are trying to eat healthily, it can be difficult to navigate. Luckily, there are many ways to make your holiday desserts healthier so you can enjoy them and also feel good about what you are eating! Make Recipe […]

We get it: life gets busy, and it always seems like the best-laid plans just go to waste — especially when it comes to eating healthily. It’s hard to cook a dinner that’s got vitamins and vegetables when you’re rushing from soccer practice to piano lessons, or when you’re working a double shift, or when […]

Making healthy choices about your energy intake—or, as most folks call it, “food”—can be really challenging. In a fast-paced world where convenience often gets in the way of careful planning and where stress leads us to make comfort-choices, not consistent-choices. If you’re struggling to find a way to make healthy habits stick, you aren’t alone. […]

The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and food. While it’s important to enjoy all aspects of the holidays, it’s also important to be mindful of your health. Here are some tips for healthy holiday eating: Watch Your Portions But all that feasting can lead to weight gain if you’re not careful. One […]

Educating yourself about your dietary choices and how to eat right, can have a positive impact on your quality of life. A well-rounded and diverse diet is how your body will get the fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals it needs. Outlined below are some facts you might not know about your health as it relates […]