If you haven’t noticed, drinking celery juice has become increasingly popular this past year and countless Instagram Influencers are swearing by it.
Thanks to Gwyneth Paltrow and her lifestyle brand Goop, #celeryjuice started trending after Anthony William, (who is a New York Times best-selling author), dubbed celery juice “Miracle Juice” in an article while exploring all the benefits associated with drinking celery juice. But is celery juice really the answer to our prayers?
In this article, we will explore the nutritional information of drinking celery juice with the help of professional opinions. Then, we will consider the reported ...
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Our Favorite Keto Ice Cream Brands
Does good keto ice cream actually exist? If you've asked yourself this question, this is the article for you!
If you are familiar with the keto diet, then you know that it promotes eating foods that are high in healthy fats and proteins, but low in carbohydrates.
Unfortunately, for those who love ice cream and that want to try the keto diet, traditional desserts such as ice cream are not recommended. Before you assume that all of your desserts have to be in the form of fresh fruits sprinkled with a 1/8 teaspoon of sugar, we have great news.
In the past couple of years, ice cream brands have adapted to the growing popularity of the ...
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5 Low Carb Pasta Ideas
In case you haven’t heard, eating pasta is a no-go these days. While many of us would like to think that the Maggiano’s sized portion of pasta is okay for an individual dinner, it is quite the opposite.
Pasta is very high in simple carbohydrates, has more calories and has less fiber and nutrients since the pasta has been stripped of the germ and bran. Many studies have found that eating too many carbs increases blood pressure, waist circumference, bad LDL cholesterol, insulin resistance, blood sugar, blood triglycerides and the risk of heart disease.
Despite this, pasta can be a healthy dish when eaten in moderation with healthy meats ...
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Are Egg Yolks Healthy?
Within the health and fitness community, it is safe to say that food debates can be contentious and even polarizing. One of the most prominent arguments has to be if egg yolks are healthy or harmful.
Many have held on to the belief that eating foods high in cholesterol can increase the risk of diseases such as heart disease and stroke. In contrast, others argue that eggs contain different kinds of cholesterol, which doesn’t necessarily lead to the diseases mentioned previously.
Due to these contrasting beliefs, the great egg debate lives on. If you find yourself torn, keep on reading so we can crack this egg -er- case.
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What Do You Know About Kabocha Squash?
What do you know about the kabocha squash? It's that cute little squash that appears in the grocery store when Fall creeps closer. And whether you like it or not, Fall is coming. So you better get out those pumpkin spice candles, rub on some Autumn-scented lotion and throw on a scarf because it's happening September 23rd!
Fall is a great season not only because of the ideal weather, but also because it brings back those delicious comfort foods we all love.
So before you break out the flannel, Ugg boots and throw a pile of leaves in the air, take a look at one of our favorite Fall squashes: the kabocha squash.
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Your Guide To Low Carb Fruits
If you're curious about low carb fruits for your diet, keep reading. We're going to talk all about it in today's article.
I will never forget the time I went trick-or-treating on Halloween and I received a banana. Like any chunky 9 year old, I scoffed at the claim that “fruit is nature’s candy.” Clearly the person who coined that phrase had never had a Snickers bar.
Luckily since then, I have not only lost my “baby weight”, but I have also learned how to love and appreciate whole foods. If you have ever started a diet, then you must be familiar with the idea of eating predominantly whole foods and unprocessed foods like fruits ...
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Your Guide To Cupping Therapy
While many of us know that celebrities are in fact, not health professionals, we still seem to jump on the bandwagon when it comes to the latest health fads in Hollywood. Juice cleanses, appetite- suppression lollipops and waist trainers are just a few trends that have exploded in popularity thanks to the celebrities that endorsed them through a simple Instagram post.
Looking at these different health crazes, it is safe to say that they sound illegitimate and can’t possibility be approved by the FDA, let alone be backed by science.
However, there are some fads that can’t be ignored, especially when they are practiced by the ...
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What Are “Man Boobs?”
Going braless isn’t easy. If you have larger breasts, you know that running, jumping rope or going horseback riding is out of the question without a bra. Even some men can agree.
Yep. Men also have breasts. Man boobs, or “gynaecomastia” occurs when a man’s breast tissue develops like it does for women and it is actually more common than most people think according to Mayo Clinic.
The cause of man boobs in a male is a hormone imbalance, when the ratio of estrogen to testosterone is more like that of women. For those who have “man boobs” and want to know more about it, keep on reading because we’re here for some extra support.
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The Best (And Worst) Keto Snacks
When most people think of the keto diet, they think that all they need to do is eat meat, avoid bread and kiss ice cream goodbye.
While some of these ideas hold true with the keto diet, there is more that needs to be understood. The keto diet has truly taken over the health and fitness community and it’s easy to see why. Many swear by the keto diet through its ability to help individuals lose weight and lower risk factors for certain diseases.
Truly, this diet is a dream come true, but before jumping on the keto bandwagon, one must first comprehend the science backing this diet.
Furthermore, when adopting a new diet it is ...
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7 Healthy Coffee Alternatives
Have you ever drank so much coffee and it gave you the shakes?
Well, I am currently experiencing this issue since I thought it was a good idea to have an iced Americano following a workout where I used C4 pre-workout (aka red-in-the-face pre-workout).
I know, right? Great idea.
While being alert for certain activities is great, it is very possible to overdo it with caffeinated beverages. Caffeine consumption has been linked to a myriad of benefits.
For example, research has shown that caffeine increases memory, detoxifies the liver, and even relieves post-workout muscle pain. Truly, these benefits are more than appealing, but ...
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