Sugar alcohols are the star ingredient in some of the most popular zero calorie sugar alternatives out there and you can find them in everything from sugar-free gum to “clean” protein bars and guilt-free keto brownies. They sound kind of science-y, but also somehow natural. And if you’re trying to cut sugar, stabilize your blood…
It’s murdering our brain cells and stroking us out. The University of Colorado Boulder just confirmed that erythritol seriously damages our brain’s microvascular endothelial cell function leading to a drastically higher risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events. And that’s in amounts found in your standard-sized artificially sweetened drinks. University of Colorado Boulder’s researchers treated human cells…
Intensity. Lagree vs Pilates can be distilled into that one word. The Lagree Method is similar to Pilates. It features low-impact, targeted exercises that focus on the core and muscular strength. The goal is muscular endurance for tight, dense, compact muscle. Just like Pilates, Lagree also has equipment. The main one is a spring-based machine…
People are scrutinizing celeb hands for tell-tale signs of Ozempic aided weightloss. And anyone who dropped weight recently and has bony skinny hands is a prime suspect. It all started with this photo. 👇 The internet doesn’t miss a thing. Kylie might have been fishing for positive attention, but what she got was users honing…
Natural antioxidant infused water is a healthier alternative to syrups or powders containing artificial flavours, colouring, sweeteners, or other additives. It’s super easy to make infused water at home. You can even batch prep this to save time. All you do is freeze the ingredients for your favourite detox water recipes. Here’s a quick TL;DR…
People tend to pad on the fat during winter. Then waddle into spring like disoriented groundhogs. That doesn’t have to be you. Yes, there are plenty of reasons why it’s easy to gain weight during winter. (Especially for women.🙄) We’ll get into these psychological, environmental, biological, and lifestyle related issues below. But you should also…
Why Your Diet Matters in Winter Winter is here—the season of cozy blankets, steaming mugs of hot cocoa, and, for many of us, less motivation to maintain our health goals. As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, our bodies and minds undergo some significant changes. These changes often make it harder to stay…
Warm, nourishing, and within our calorie budget. Sweet and spiced but low in sugar. Easy to make and rich in protein, complex carbs, and healthy fats. Is anything better than a comforting, yet healthy winter breakfast when things are bleak and frigid outside? (Unless you’re fasting.) These delicious winter breakfast recipes will dose you up…
If you want to be that girl (or guy) who stays healthy and on track despite months of cold temperatures, long evenings, and oh so many culinary temptations, this winter meal prep guide is for you. 👏 Why Winter Meal Prep Keeps You Healthy 1. Better Nutrition and Portion Control Like we mentioned, winter throws…
You’ve just stepped into the gym. It feels like every eye in the room is on you. The clanking weights, humming treadmills, ropes, pulleys, and sweaty muscled up gym addicts is overwhelming. Yikes. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Gym anxiety aka “gymtimidation,” is something many people experience. There’s fear of being judged. Uncertainty about using…