Drinking Smoothies for a Healthier Lifestyle
Smoothies have become very popular for people on the go that want to get in extra nutrition. However, they become a liability if loaded with sugar and fat. Those extra ‘empty’ calories may lead to fat gain or even compromise your metabolic system. Many commercial smoothies found at fast food restaurants or even specialty smoothie […]
5 Ways to Prevent a Heart Attack
Believe it or not, statistics show ONE out of every FOUR people will have a heart attack this year….that’s a scary number. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women, exceeding even cancer and other chronic diseases. Below are key strategies to decrease the chance for heart disease and/or heart attacks. […]
5 Reasons Why EFA Icon Krill Oil is Better
We’ve all heard about the benefits of taking fish oils. To name a few: improved heart health, helping treat mental disorders, aiding in weight loss and even supporting eye health and pregnancy. However, Jaylab EFA Icon Krill Oil is much better for your overall health than regular fish oil for multiple reasons. Antioxidant Power Believe […]
8 Healthy Tips for Our Gym & Fitness Peeps
This holiday and like many others, you are most likely faced with extra holiday treats, get together with family & friends and possibly planning a getaway if you are lucky enough to enjoy a long weekend. Here are some simple holiday tips to stay on track with your fitness goals. Start with a healthy breakfast. It’s […]
5 Common Health Myths Exposed
There are many stereotypes out their regarding overall health and fitness. We’ve all been fed certain beliefs one time or another. However, information on both nutrition and exercise has changed over the years. Yes, some things still hold true today that we heard 30 years ago, but some are false. Let’s highlight some of the […]
3 Reasons Why Eating Avocados Help You Lose…
Commonly called the ‘alligator’ pear, the avocado is one of the best fruits for many different processes in the body. Plus, it can go with almost anything – a great topping on your cheeseburger, the perfect addition to your salad, etc. It’s even great by itself or alongside other lean proteins. The biggest advantage comes […]
6 Great Healthy Snack Options to Consider
Snacking is a good strategy to keep your metabolic engine cranking. I’ve spoken on this subject before. We never want large gaps between meals (more than 4 hours) as it causes our resting metabolism to slow down as a way to conserve energy. As North America becomes busier and busier, more people are substituting grab-and-go […]
4 Controversial Foods We Should NOT Avoid
We hear and read about certain foods being BAD for us all the time. Should all wheat and gluten products be avoided? Are fried foods bad for you? Should eggs be included at every breakfast? The list goes on and on with the media constantly reminding (and confusing) us that certain choices may lead to […]
3 Top Cheat Foods for Fat Loss
There are many, many diets out there. Whichever it is, human weakness is a reality for all that participate. Yes, I’m talking about cheating…. and NOT the relationship kind. Trust me though; there is a silver lining here. Including cheat meals in your plan is a way for your body to get what it needs. […]
5 Benefits to Eating Whole Eggs
I think we’ve all heard it at one time or another, “don’t eat too many eggs because they’re high in cholesterol”. And, if you have high cholesterol levels, there may be a greater chance for heart disease, right? This thinking is not entirely true. Both doctors and researchers have determined that eating a whole egg […]