While 2023 was all about avocado oil and climate-conscious products, the folks at Whole Foods are already looking ahead to 2024 and predicting the food trends we will be talking about for many months to come. The retailer just shared its ninth-annual trends predictions, and it looks like next year will be loaded with buckwheat, fancy faux fish, and spicy condiments with new levels of complexity, from a bevy of brands. The report, which was released on Oct. 17, was […]

Costco is jam-packed with pantry staples as well as unique, seasonal items. While they are known for their inexpensive hot dog and soda meal in the food court, Costco also offers plenty of other items that may be better suited for your weight loss goals. If you are shopping the isles of Costco with weight loss in mind, we have you covered with a list of options to add to your cart. Keep reading to find out 10 of the […]

The most important thing when losing weight is establishing a healthy, sustainable calorie deficit while maintaining adequate nutritional intake. Limiting the intake of high calorie, low-nutrient foods can help people reduce calorie intake while maintaining a healthy, balanced diet. Below are examples of common foods that people may wish to limit. Sugary beverages Many beverages, such as sodas, sports drinks, and fruit juices, are very high in added sugars but often low in other nutrients. Consuming these beverages adds calories […]

Open this photo in gallery: Don’t shortchange your diet of healthy fats.Vovchyn Taras/iStockPhoto / Getty Images Many people seek out healthier versions of their usual staples and snacks in an effort to improve their diet. That’s commendable. Yet labels boasting “low-fat,” “calorie-reduced,” “made with real fruit” or “all-natural,” for example, don’t necessarily mean a food product is nutritionally superior. In some cases, making the “healthier” choice may lead you to unwittingly sacrifice nutrients – and consume unwanted ingredients. Think twice […]

If you’ve been diagnosed with hypertension (the medical term for high blood pressure), your healthcare provider may recommend following the DASH diet. DASH stands for dietary approaches to stop hypertension. The DASH diet is an eating pattern that emphasizes heart healthy foods that are known to help reduce blood pressure levels. Your body has many mechanisms in place for regulating blood pressure levels, but factors like genetics, age, diet, and lifestyle choices can also influence your blood pressure.  High blood […]

Are you going to automatically get fat from eating fat? No. There isn’t a single nutrient that will inherently make you fat when you eat them in reasonable amounts, and not in excess. In the 1950s, the “saturated fat causes heart disease” hypothesis was born. This stirred up lots of fear about saturated fat that still exists even to this day, yet now we understand that there are more factors to the role saturated fat plays in our diet. From […]

If you’ve set a weight loss goal for yourself, you may be aware of the frustration that comes with trying to lose fat specifically in your abdominal region. This type of fat around your belly, also known as visceral fat, can be stubborn and difficult to target. However, it is also one of the more dangerous types of fat, as carrying too much of it can lead to diseases and other health complications. If you’re looking for help with this […]

It’s no secret that regular exercise plays a crucial role in sculpting your midsection. However, the saying “abs are made in the kitchen” exists for a reason. Whether your goal is to reveal those hidden muscles or maintain your hard-earned six-pack, the foods you eat play a pivotal role in ab definition. “Diet plays a crucial role in achieving more defined abs because it directly affects your body fat percentage and overall body composition,” says Trista Best, RD, a registered […]

Getting rid of a not-so-trim midsection can seem like an uphill battle. From diet to exercise to all-around healthy lifestyle choices, losing weight and slimming down your belly takes hard work and dedication. There’s no need to deprive your body of the foods you love most or spend countless hours in the weight room, but you do need to come up with a sustainable game plan that works best for you—and stick with it. Making tweaks to your shopping list, […]

Use these healthy low fat breakfast foods to burn fat, enhance your health and transform your fitness, physique and training performance. Why is a Healthy Breakfast Important? A healthy breakfast is important because it provides the energy and nutrients needed to start the day off right. Eating a healthy breakfast can help to: -Boost metabolism: Eating a healthy breakfast can help to kickstart your metabolism and burn calories more efficiently throughout the day. -Control appetite: Eating a healthy breakfast can […]