You know that moment when you get home from the grocery store and take a look at your haul, only to realize that you bought ten items but spent over $100? How does this happen? Grocery bills have been skyrocketing, and the sticker shock is so real. Thankfully, stores like Aldi have helped with the…
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If you can brave the notoriously hectic Trader Joe’s parking lot (Why is that a universal thing!?), then you’re in store for tons of delicious, low-calorie snacks that will taste amazing and keep you full until your next meal. Fun fact: some of the best low-calorie Trader Joe’s snacks are found in the frozen aisle.…
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Costco can be an overwhelming place when you’re not looking for a specific product. Hours could be spent wandering the giant aisles, browsing everything from power tools to pork chops. To help ease the anxiety of your next shopping trip, we’ve rounded up some of the best low-calorie Costco snacks that will keep you full…
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While it may seem pretty standard for the average person to get a jumpstart on their day with a cup of coffee, for many around the world, coffee isn’t the drink of choice. Tea is actually considered the most popular drink around the world, which makes sense when you consider all of the amazing health…
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Fall is in the air! After all the pumpkin carving, apple picking, and general fall festivities are done, there’s no question a person could work up an appetite. If you’re looking to keep up with the fall theme, there’s no question that these delicious butternut squash recipes should be added to your meal plan for…
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Prebiotic sodas are all the rage right now. Bright colored boxes of the fizzy drinks can be found in most grocery stores with plenty of different brands to pick from. While they might look pretty and be trending on TikTok, do prebiotic sodas actually work? We picked the brain of a registered dietitian to get…
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I recently lost 30 pounds in six months, but when I first began this weight loss journey, I had no clue where to begin. All I knew was that I needed to make a serious mental change if I wanted to really make healthy habits stick. For me, that meant shifting my thinking from “Boy,…
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Thanks to the magic of Costco — a popular bulk warehouse store — anyone looking to stay on a low-sugar diet but still wants to feel satisfied and energized will have no issue finding tons of foods and snacks that will fit the bill. If you don’t know where to begin with low-sugar foods at…
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At the end of a long hard day, there is something about a special treat from Starbucks that always seems to hit the spot. From frappuccinos to chai lattes, a sweet drink with some whipped cream can be a nice way to treat yourself. However, some Starbucks drinks do have a downside — they can…
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Before I started my recent weight loss journey, I’d never really looked into nutrition or paid any attention to what kinds of foods and drinks I was putting into my body. But I knew that if I wanted to live a healthier life and feel better (inside and out), I really needed to be conscious…
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Getting the day off to a feel-good start should be a priority for anyone working towards a healthy lifestyle, and that starts with breakfast. What we put into our bodies first thing in the morning can set the tempo for how we feel the rest of the day. There are some foods that can lead…
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With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start planning picnics, barbeques, and the perfect dish to serve at an outdoor dinner party. Fresh watermelon and burgers off the grill are summer staples that anyone can get behind, but what about when a food hangover sets in and that stomach starts to rumble?
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Losing weight through healthy choices has improved my overall physical and mental health and made me feel more energized.
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Life is busy, and sometimes, there are just not enough hours in the day to prepare and make snacks that are healthy and on-the-go friendly. Thanks to the magic of a beloved bulk warehouse store, these on-the-go healthy Costco snacks that are also filled with nutrients and energy-giving proteins are easier to get than ever.…
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There’s no question that what kinds of foods we consume can have effects on how we feel and what we look like on the outside. Some foods help debloat an upset stomach others can assist with preventing hair loss. There are also foods you can include in your diet that may help achieve gorgeous, radiant…
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Life gets busy. Sometimes, prepping and cooking a filling and nutritious breakfast just isn’t in the cards. Work, kids, and the like can make a morning chaotic. That’s why meal prep can be such a lifesaver — especially when it comes in the form of a casserole. Casseroles are the perfect option for breakfast because…
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There are a few misnomers when it comes to frozen food and most of them fall into two camps. While there are definitely some frozen foods that should be consumed in moderation, there are other prepackaged frozen foods that can be beneficial for the mind and body. There happen to be several Trader Joe’s frozen…
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It’s 2 P.M. You’re taking a quick break from working and suddenly, hunger strikes. It’s time to have a snack, but what do you choose? With thousands of quick, easy options when it comes to a morning or afternoon snack, it can be overwhelming to know what’s worthwhile. Incorporating a few healthy snacks into your…
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After losing over 40 pounds in 2022, I felt the best I had in 10 years. I was shopping for jeans sizes that I’d only ever dreamt of. I was playing outside with my toddler, full of energy, and with no sign of being winded. My sciatic pain was ancient history. I could move my…
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Anytime we’re in the kitchen, stumped and trying to brainstorm just what exactly to make for dinner, there seems to be one particular pantry staple that always comes in handy — brown rice. Delicious, versatile, and filled with tons of health benefits and nutrients, brown rice can be the best addition to any meal whether…
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When life gets busy, there is no question that a fuel-filled, healthy breakfast is vital to get the day started on the right foot. Oatmeal is one of the fastest, go-to breakfasts that are easy to prepare with tons of options to make each morning meal different. However, there is not much protein in oatmeal…
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School is back in session, fall is in full swing, and that means that mornings just got a lot busier. When the day starts off hectic and rushed, it can throw off our entire day. That’s why it’s super important to get down a great morning routine — including a filling, healthy breakfast. And there…
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