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Pulling into the drive-thru for breakfast is a convenient way to eat a meal on your busiest days, but it's not always the best way to start your morning when you're focusing on your health. For starters, fast-food breakfast is usually high in calories, sodium, and saturated fat. On ...
Pair candy with fiber.If you expect to eat more sugar throughout October, consider pairing it with additional fiber because fiber helps to slow the absorption of sugar. Eating some raw veggies, nuts, or seeds before you snack on candy could be beneficial. Host with healthy snacks.If you’re...
Similar to Sunkist Peach but with even more sugar, Crush Peach is number two on our list of unhealthiest sodas. Even splitting this bottle in half would result in way more added sugar than is recommended in one day, so you're better off skipping this one or only enjoying it occasionally...
This canned cat food is made to encourage gentle digestion for your kitty. Thewet cat food is made in pate-styleto be easy to eat and is made with a limited-ingredient recipe that does not contain any chicken, beef, dairy, eggs, grain, gluten, by-product meals, corn, wheat, soy, ar...
It’s time to turn up the heat on your cooking – and the best way to do that is a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. If you’re not familiar with these, here’s a primer. Chipotles in adobo are smoked and dried jalapeños, which are rehydrated and canned in a sweet and...
Some protein bars can give you an extra 250 kcal per day, which allows you to pack more protein in your diet and gain muscle. It can also be a yummy and portable snack to have on your way to work when you’re running late or when you want a light and easy lunch option. ...
both filling and nutritious. And for those with diabetes who need to limit their carbohydrate intake, it won't spike blood sugar the same way pasta might. So, not only is spaghetti squash a great go-to weight-loss food, but you'll also still retain that 'spaghetti' mouthfeel we all ...
“This is an easy way to add more nutrition. Depending on where you order from, I recommend loading up on veggies, lettuce, and even fresh tomato salsa for added nutrients and fiber. You can also opt for grilled items, such as chicken sandwiches or wraps, which usually have less fat ...
The suggestion that people try to eat a variety of foods has been a basic public health recommendation for decades. Now, experts are warning that it may actually lead to just eating more calories -- and to obesity. The issue: People may not interpret "variety" the way nutritionists intend....