Even when you think you’re eating healthy, you may want to think again… There are some foods pretending to be healthier than they really are. Or they may be healthy in themselves, but only if you don’t overdo them. These seven foods could be undermining your attempts to lose weight and eat healthy.
As hunter-gatherers, we ate about 800 different plant species, plus wild animals and wild fish. Discover what’s happened to our bodies as we’ve gradually shifted to a diet that is predominantly carbohydrates.
Should you avoid carbohydrates at all costs, or just certain ones? Our dietitians explain.
Discover why carbohydrates are the single most important thing you can eat for health and weight loss. Unlike bread and pasta,”slow carbs” keep you full without spiking your blood sugar or insulin.
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Interested in increased energy, better physical health and improved clarity of thought? Carbohydrates, and the way we metabolize them, will boost vitality and well-being — if they’re intact and not “stripped” of all their nutrients.
Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy. They’re found in almost all of the foods that we eat, but choosing the right ones can make or break a heart-healthy diet. Good carbs, bad carbs “Both good carbs and bad carbs turn into sugar, but their nutritional value and how fast they digest in the body … Read More
Should you go low-carb? Here’s why it may be a good option for weight loss and your heart.
Maintaining a healthy diet is important throughout our lives. But as we get older, the onset of medical conditions and lifestyle changes can lead to the need to adjust our eating habits. As we age, health concerns may revolve around our memory, our safety and our ability to take care of ourselves. One easy way we can … Read More
Love fried chicken? Here are our dietitian’s tips for making it as healthy as possible, while still delicious!
If you have epilepsy, here’s when you might want to consider a ketogenic diet. Our experts explain.
