During the 1930s, the Great Depression hit. It was the worst economic downturn the industrialized world had ever experienced, and as the stock market crashed and banks all over the country failed, millions of Americans lost their jobs [1]. During those difficult times, families everywhere were forced to tighten their belts and cut back on...
Rebecca Chobat knows how to stretch a dollar. Her TikTok account and YouTube channel are dedicated to teaching people how to make affordable and healthy food. She makes meals with groceries she bought only at Dollar Tree. Her recipes involve ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks — all devised with a tight budget in...
Avocados are delicious and nutritious. From Avocado toast and sandwiches to deliciously creamy smoothies packed with nutrition. Avocados are versatile and can be used in almost anything. However, their giant pits make them a hassle to cut into, let alone make pieces or slices. In 2017, UK grocer Marks and Spencer stocked something fairly peculiar...
With health and weight-loss gurus pushing low-carb diets, bread has fallen out of fashion. Like many high-carb foods, many people deem them unhealthy. But don’t throw out all bread with the highly-processed and bleached-wheat variety. Whole grains are full of important nutrients, like fiber and B vitamins, and they are a healthy energy source for...
When you sleep, you are essentially doing an overnight fast. What you eat to break that fast (aka breakfast) is critical in your day. A healthy breakfast can lead to lasting energy and a speedy metabolism and help you make better daily food choices. A not-so-healthy one can make your metabolism sluggish, have you hit...
Many of us grew up eating oatmeal, also known as porridge, for breakfast. Especially those of us from cold-climate places, we know how warm and inviting a bowl of hot oats can be on a cold winter morning. We’ve also been taught that oatmeal is a healthy breakfast, particularly for those with heart problems. Recently,...
We all love bread, but choosing a healthy brand can be tricky. Multigrain bread doesn’t guarantee that the bakers used whole grain. Whole wheat bread can become problematic for those who suffer from inflammation and gluten sensitivity. Even gluten-free options are dizzying, and manufacturers often slip nasty ingredients into the dough. Therefore, there is no...
When I meet with a new client that is trying to lose weight, one of the first things I will change is their breakfast. One of the most effective ways to help my clients lose weight and improve their health is to stabilize their blood sugar through a better breakfast. Why Toast, Pancakes or Cereal...
Opinion Cereal has long been a staple breakfast option for many people. It is convenient, delicious, and often associated with fond childhood memories. However, despite its popularity, there are several reasons why most breakfast cereals can be seriously unhealthy. Let’s explore the different factors contributing to cereal consumption’s unhealthy nature. Is breakfast cereal really good...
Oatmeal is great when it comes to the nutrition side of things. It’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and healthy carbohydrates which are all going to fuel your body in the right way and get your ready for the day ahead. However, despite being packed full of goodness, there is one downfall; oatmeal is still...
Pack anti-inflammatory powerhouses like turmeric, ginger, berries, salmon, and more into your breakfasts with these easy recipes. Dealing with inflammation can be a pain, both figuratively and literally. Luckily, certain foods and spices help to significantly reduce inflammation in your body – and they’ll fit right into your breakfast routine. Research shows inflammation is involved in the...
If I asked you to name some foods that have the potential to improve your gut health, you would probably name some probiotic foods, like yogurt. What a lot of people don’t know about yogurt, however, is that its effects on gut flora aren’t as strong as we tend to believe. You see, while yogurt...
