- Make a weekly meal plan filled with nourishing foods, and keep your overall meal plan in mind at the supermarket. The pro-nutrition mindset begins at home, long before you step foot in the supermarket. You can then use your weekly meal plan to create a shopping list.
- Make a shopping list and
Immune Boosters
by Louise May 1st, 2012 | Diet, Illness
It's not exactly what you might call "cold season," but that hasn't stopped a cold from spreading around my college campus. It's been a big concern for the track team, as we are heading into the championship season. Our coach is becoming frustrated by the number of absences at practice due to this nasty cold that continues to spread between teammates. He encourages taking cold medicine right after noticing the first symptoms.
As "luck" would have it, my roommate ended up being one of the first ones to catch a cold; instead of treating myself for symptoms, as my roommate
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As "luck" would have it, my roommate ended up being one of the first ones to catch a cold; instead of treating myself for symptoms, as my roommate
All About: Cottage Cheese
by Louise February 9th, 2012 | Diet
Known for having a high content of protein and a relatively low content of fat, cottage cheese is a favorite among dieters, runners, and weightlifters. It can quickly be added to any meal, packing in many nutrients, but not calories.
What's the nutritional profile of cottage cheese?A half-cup serving of cottage cheese contains between 80 and 120 calories, making it a low-calorie food. It is high in protein and low in fat. A half-cup serving usually contains about 15 grams of protein. There are usually between just 4 and 6 grams of fat, which is relatively low compared to other
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What's the nutritional profile of cottage cheese?A half-cup serving of cottage cheese contains between 80 and 120 calories, making it a low-calorie food. It is high in protein and low in fat. A half-cup serving usually contains about 15 grams of protein. There are usually between just 4 and 6 grams of fat, which is relatively low compared to other
Calories: Quality vs. Quantity
by Louise November 17th, 2011 | Diet
Which one matters more when you're trying to lose weight? Â The basic argument for quantity being more important goes something like this: Calories expended need to exceed calories consumed in order for one to lose weight. In order to maintain weight, calories in must equal calories out. It's hard to argue the math.
But who wants to keep counting calories? Eventually, dieters stop counting or end their diet when they reach their target weight. Those who strive to prove that quality is better, agree that counting calories will work - in the short run. A dieter may be able to
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But who wants to keep counting calories? Eventually, dieters stop counting or end their diet when they reach their target weight. Those who strive to prove that quality is better, agree that counting calories will work - in the short run. A dieter may be able to
6 Healthy Fall Foods
by Louise October 20th, 2011 | Diet
Here in New England, the leaves have been changing for a few weeks now; however, leaves aren't the only things that change with the seasons. You can count on a few seasonal groceries that will help you stretch your budget while eating healthfully this autumn:
Apples - So maybe an apple a day won't guarantee keeping the doctor away, but it will certainly give you a good start on your daily intake of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Make sure to wash them, but keep the skin on, because that's where you'll find all of the "good stuff." Apples are
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Apples - So maybe an apple a day won't guarantee keeping the doctor away, but it will certainly give you a good start on your daily intake of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Make sure to wash them, but keep the skin on, because that's where you'll find all of the "good stuff." Apples are