Meal Planning

Sweet, Icy Smoothies with Sweet Nutritional Benefits

Whether you\’re running the beach boardwalk or just chilling poolside, we all get a little thirsty for something refreshing during summer. And sometimes we like to have a little fun when we\’re hydrating up. Root beer floats, sugary smoothies and salty margaritas are some favorite go-to\’s, but are they really benefiting you? Those empty calories

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Stranded in a Health Food Desert?

It\’s hard to think about living without healthy essentials, but for some, this is a harsh reality. What exactly is a food desert? Is it a desert full of food? We wish, but no–sadly, it\’s quite the opposite. The US Department of Agriculture reports that 39 million Americans live in urban communities where at least

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Are You Getting Enough (Good) Protein?

Meeting your daily protein goals can be hard. You know that it’s important for muscle gain and fat loss because it boosts metabolism. But did you also know its other benefits? When your body does not get enough protein, it breaks down your muscles and other tissues to get essential amino acids. That can lead

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