Stress? Did someone say stress?
Are you a stress eater?
When you’re surrounded by insurmountable stress and worry, do you find yourself reaching for sugar? (Insert hand raise here!) Have you ever wondered why that may be?
Read this week’s post to discover why your sugar cravings may be out of control right now and, more importantly, what you can do about it!
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As the holiday season wraps up and we start to contemplate a return to healthier eating habits while still wanting to satisfy the sweet-tooth we’ve been feeding, this recipe is sure to fit-the-bill!
These Endurance Bites are a quick, delicious, and nutritious snack to help you transition from eating with wild abandon to being a little more conscientious about what you put into your body.
My energy bites are packed with nutrients, protein, and healthy fats (not to mention flavour) to provide a quick snack when needed. They travel well and provide a great alternative to junk food when hunger strikes mid-day. You can also add one of these little bites to your morning routine to kick-start your day with a bit of blood-sugar balancing protein.
For these reasons, I hope you give this recipe a try today!
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If you are looking for a brain-boosting and satiating quick breakfast idea, look no further - my Blueberry Overnight Oats will fit the bill! If you are looking for a brain-boosting and satiating quick breakfast idea, look no further - my Blueberry Overnight Oats will fit the bill!
Oats have many health benefits. They are relatively low on the Glycemic Index and contain a good amount of fibre. They also contain ample B vitamins for nervous system health as well as the antioxidants selenium and zinc to help combat damage done by free radicals. As such, they meet the criteria for being a brain-healthy food.
Read on for the complete recipe.
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Discover 8 important brain foods for studying now.
Whether you're studying for a college exam or preparing for a major presentation at work, you've probably wished there was a way to magically improve your concentration. Especially when there are so many attention-grabbers around us - like app notifications, roommates, tv, or family members.
How can you buckle down and study?
There's no magic pill that will improve your concentration, but there are foods that you can eat that stimulate brain health and help you focus.
Next time you're looking for a study snack, reach for one of these eight brain foods for studying.
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Coffee is healthy. Coffee is not healthy. Drink it. Avoid it.
Why all the confusion?
If you want to learn about the health benefits of your morning cup of java or if you should avoid it altogether, today’s post is for you.
Coffee affects different people differently. It does have some important health benefits, but both quality and quantity count. Plus, there are people who should avoid it.
Are you one of them? What should you consider before your next cuppa joe?
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Are you too busy to eat healthy?
Does it feel like cooking healthy meals takes too much effort and you just don’t have time to figure out what to eat?
Do your cravings get the best of you and throw you off track?
Do you have a food allergy that makes it hard to figure out what to eat?
If you’ve tried and failed to get your eating habits in check, then you know how frustrating trying to eat healthier can be. You work so hard but feel exactly the same week after week. You probably wonder, what am I doing wrong?
Undereating, overeating, or failing to properly balance your meals can make it impossible to make progress. Dieting, starving or depriving yourself can do much more harm than good. Choose either an Anti-inflammatory meal plan, one for Diabetes, or one for optimal Cognitive Function.
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These gluten-free cookies are a great breakfast alternative for those busy mornings or just to enjoy as a good snack! They can be made Paleo or Vegan. The collagen and nut butter provide a punch of protein, and they are not too sweet. Of course, if you like them sweeter, feel free to add a bit more honey.
These can also easily be made Vegan by subbing the honey for agave.
Alternatively, you can use 3 eggs instead of the flaxseeds and water if you don’t have any flax on hand.
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