by mg_user | Feb 8, 2016 | Nutrition & Recipes
The phrase “small but mighty” might be used to perfectly describe members of the legume family, particularly peanuts. You may simply eat peanuts as a quick afternoon snack or even use them as an appetizer at a party, but as it turns out, peanuts come with some...
by mg_user | Jan 29, 2016 | Nutrition & Recipes
We have always been told that cooking at home is the healthier option rather than going out to eat. Having the ability to measure our ingredients puts us at an advantage when trying to watch what we eat and how many calories we consume. A new study, however, might not...
by mg_user | Jan 16, 2016 | Nutrition & Recipes
We hear a lot about metabolism since it is often associated with weight loss, but what exactly makes metabolism so important? Your metabolism is responsible for breaking down molecules to create energy, which is why proper nutrition is essential in promoting one’s...
by mg_user | Dec 4, 2015 | Nutrition & Recipes
As of October, the flu season officially begins, and as the winter months progress, the seasonal flu activity peaks. We all know the importance of getting an annual flu shot, washing our hands, sneezing and coughing into our elbows instead of our hands, but what if...
by mg_user | Nov 25, 2015 | Nutrition & Recipes
Especially in recent years, the number of Americans with diabetes has exponentially grown to worrisome numbers, and the American Diabetes Association estimates that someone is diagnosed with diabetes every 19 seconds. Living a healthy lifestyle (i.e., consuming a...
by mg_user | Oct 21, 2015 | Nutrition & Recipes
It’s usually during the month of October that our chocolate cravings are in full swing. After all, Halloween is just around the corner, and practically everywhere we go we are reminded to stock up on Halloween candy for all the trick-or-treaters. Now while eating an...