As seen on: written by The Nutrition Twins, By now you’ve probably heard that watermelon is being hailed as the newest workout superfood. Experts recommend consuming about two cups of watermelon or 500 mL (roughly 17 ounces) of watermelon juice an hour before exercise. But thanks to this summer fruit’s high water content and …
When it comes to trying to slim down, weight isn’t the only thing you have to worry about losing: Many people who cut calories also unintentionally omit foods rich in essential vitamins and minerals. For example, reduce your intake of carbs and the lack of fiber and energy-revving foods may make you constipated and exhausted. …
Are you a spoon-in-the-peanut-butter-jar kind of person? Overindulging in a food—whether it’s healthy or not—can quickly add inches to your waistline. Here’s how to enjoy three popular foods without going overboard. Peanut Butter With nearly 100 calories per tablespoon, regular peanut butter can easily pack on the pounds. Portion Control Tricks to Try: Use pre-portioned …
As seen on August 6th, 2013 on: written by The Nutrition Twins, Getting bored of eggs and oatmeal? Reinvigorate your morning meals—and yourself!—by adding nutritious, unconventional foods into the mix. These five fatigue-fighting breakfasts will help motivate your taste buds to stay on the healthy track. Quinoa Combos Swap your oatmeal for this high-protein …