Italians are famous for their amore for all things pasta, but thanks to spiralized “zoodles,” they’re all about low-carb substitutes, according to the research group Mintel. Since the squash swap saves about 160 calories per cup versus traditional spaghetti, it’s clear why dieters are devoted to their spiralizers. But the sharp slicer is good for more than spinning out standard zoodles. Try these creative spiralizer recipes to get the most out of this affordable culinary contraption. 8Creative Ways to Use Your Spiralizer, Plus RecipesSpiralizer Recipes: Spiralized Vegetable Spring Rolls Spiralized Vegetable Spring RollsUnlike Chinese deep-fried spring rolls, Vietnamese or Thai…
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Successful meal prepping can mean winning healthy eating for the week versus three consecutive nights of “Oops, I guess we’ll have takeout again.” It can save money, reduce food waste, and relieve the stress of finding a quick, healthy, budget-friendly meal at the last-minute on a busy day. But of course, anyone who’s prepared a week’s worth of meals in a single afternoon knows that meal prepping (especially without a plan!) can cause some damage to your time schedule and stress level. On the other hand, a solid plan of attack and a few essential kitchen tools can score you…
10 Brilliant Dinner Shortcuts for Healthy 20-Minute MealsDinner. It’s the same grind every week, but that doesn’t make it any easier — especially when you’re short on time (always) and sticking to your health goals (mostly). If you’re struggling to keep things fresh and fast each night, it’s time to rethink your approach. Follow the lead of these inspiring food gurus who show us that when you strip down your expectations and focus on mastering a few basics, meal time is never more than 20 minutes away. 10 Easy Shortcuts for 20-Minute Meals20-Minute Meals – Roasted VegetablesPhoto and recipe: @katekosaya…
You know a no-carb diet isn’t up your alley, but you don’t exactly want to fill up on a pre-race pasta feast every night either. No matter your health and fitness aspirations, carb cycling might be a good middle ground. Although its roots are in the world of bodybuilding, trainers are turning to the nutrition strategy to help clients achieve their goals — whether they’re trying to slim down or build muscle — or both. “Eating healthy carbs on certain days keeps your metabolism revved up, and sticking to mostly protein and vegetables on days in between keeps insulin low…
If you’ve ever finished a workout and felt euphoric, it’s not just in your imagination! Studies show that physical activity brings on those feelings thanks to tiny neurochemicals called endorphins, released by your body when you’re exercising. That’s why we often experience an energy boost during the workout and feel ready to fly when finished. But still, there are days when fatigue takes over, and it gets really hard to push yourself to step into the gym or press play on a workout. In most cases the solution is pretty simple: you just need to add some gas to the…
When you think about doing a healthy lifestyle overhaul — simultaneously cleaning up your diet, exercising more and stressing less — it’s enough to send you running… right back to bed. That’s why it’s always better to start with small, manageable changes that can easily fit into your day. And we’re here to provide exactly that: 31 health hacks from experts in nutrition, fitness and mental health that offer a bite-size way to live smarter. But that doesn’t mean these little tips won’t lead to big changes! Try incorporating one every day this month, then carry your favorites with you…
If you eat dinner solely for the chance to chase it with dessert, we hate to break it to you, but it might be time to try a sugar detox. We’re not talking about a five-day fad cleanse, either. “The ultimate goal is to really downplay sugar in the diet and have that be a permanent lifestyle change,” says Bethany Doerfler, RD, LDN, and a clinical research dietician at Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation. Your love for sugary stuff may seem benign, but the truth is that most people are eating way more of it than they need. “Americans currently consume…
What if we told you that the answer to losing weight, improving body composition, and feeling better isn’t about dieting, but instead skipping meals every once in a while? For some, intermittent fasting, or going a longer period of time — usually between 14 and 36 hours — with few to no calories, can be a lot easier than you may think. And the benefits might be worth it. If you think about it, all of us “fast” every single day — we just call it sleeping. Intermittent fasting just means extending that fasting period, and being a bit more…
Admit it: Sometimes you’re just not in the mood to eat your vegetables. If you’re bored of the same old salads, let us introduce you to our favorite green smoothie recipes. These creamy concoctions pack leafy greens, protein powder and fruits to deliver fiber, potassium, and iron. You’ll curb hunger and feel satisfied, while nourishing your body with healthy, anti-inflammatory ingredients. All you need to get started is a blender, so get mixing and raise a glass to good health! 14 Protein-Rich Green Smoothie Recipes Matcha Pear Green Protein Smoothie Recipe Move over, kale — matcha is the hot new…
Holy grocery bills — those store-bought protein bars sure aren’t cheap! While a protein bar can be a convenient way to fuel up before or after a workout, some varieties contain a long list of artificial ingredients and added sugars, which can do more harm than good. Luckily, these homemade protein bar recipes have none of the junk and all of the protein, thanks to energy-boosting ingredients like nuts, nut butters, and protein powder. Can’t have whey? Swap in a vegan protein powder instead. Make your bars ahead of time and enjoy them all week, whether you’re snacking on-the-go or…