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Protein is used as a scapegoat and miracle. But, it’s not really either. Too little and things break down, not the right balance and you get sick. But, too much is just as bad.

This article describes exactly how people can eat and drink healthier, yet not deprive themselves of flavor. This is important because if people like what they are consuming, they are more apt to stick to a diet.

Sugar is a very important topic currently. Obesity is rising year on year, causing a variety of dietary related diseases.

You may have heard that ‘going organic’ is a healthy choice for the farmers, the environment, and your own health. But do you really understand why it’s such a positive choice? This article series explores the benefits of choosing organic.

Although a common cold is considered harmless, it’s usually not how it feels at the time. If it’s not a sore throat plus a cough, it’s a runny nose, watery eyes, and congestion. Maybe it’s all of these symptoms. How are you feeling: do you feel a cold brewing? If so, it’s important rather than relaxing on the couch and doing nothing but sipping tea, you fuel your body properly. While the last thing you might feel like doing is eating right now, if you eat the best foods to give your body the energy it needs to fend off that cold, you might just find you reduce the severity and duration considerably. If you want to be back to your usual self as quickly as possible, here is what you should be doing.

If you’ve read about dairy at all on the internet, no doubt you will read in countless blogs and articles about how dairy is one of the top 10 inflammatory foods. It’s ALWAYS on the list. But why is that? What is it inherently about dairy that makes it so inflammatory. The particular proteins? The processing? The cows themselves? I would imagine many of you have no definitive answer, and yet we believe the inflammatory food lists without even thinking. If you are curious, let’s investigate.

Not eating enough is almost as bad as not eating a healthy diet. Poor eating habits will cause your body to not develop properly from lack of nutrients. Not eating enough can result in a loss of muscle mass, a lack of energy and poor recovery from exercise.

The biggest mistake I see people make when they try to lose weight is to do everything at once. They immediately go low carb, exercise 10 hours per week, and only eat organic. However, this approach is actually backwards. The key to your success may be to do less…

Many people who are trying to lose weight skip breakfast thinking this is a good way to cut calories. But this can backfire. The real key to dieting is the total number of calories you eat in a day. Rather than skipping breakfast, choose a breakfast containing fiber-rich foods, lean protein and limited calories. Starting your day with a bowl of oatmeal is one of the best ways to hit the ground running. It’s high in fiber, low in sugar, and is so hearty you quickly feel satisfied for many hours ahead. That said, in order for this morning grain to sustain you until lunch, you need to add some protein. All meals and snacks you eat should contain a balanced mix of carbs, proteins, and preferably healthy fats, so let’s look at some fast and easy ways to bring more protein to this dish…