Macros or “flexible dieting” is all the rage, but is it a proven method of healthy living? A macro diet focuses on the three primary macronutrients: proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. Although it is popular among athletes and bodybuilders, it can be...
A high-protein diet doesn’t mean chicken breasts! “There’s no evidence to show that vegetarians or vegans are deficient in protein,” says dietitian Nichola Ludlam-Raine. However, their diet needs planning. Generally, you should try to get one...
Not all carbs are a dietary evil, though, and not eating enough carbs can lead to unpleasant symptoms like headaches, GI irregularity, and fatigue. On the flip side, your body needs some carbs to function does not mean you should go carb-crazy every day. How much...
Muscle is harder to build and maintain as we age, and most start losing muscle around age 30. Physically inactive people are at particular risk and can experience anywhere from a 3 to 8% loss of lean muscle mass every decade after that. Eating a variety of healthful...
Your body shape does not define you. You define your body shape. Understanding how to fuel your body correctly can be tricky. There’s a reason why some people can put on weight a lot easier than others, whether it’s putting on fat or muscle. Therefore,...
When we say “nutrition,” we don’t mean diet. Nutrition 101 Eating clean and healthy doesn’t have to be boring broccoli and chicken. Incorporate some new foods into your diet to switch things up and keep them fresh! These are some of the...