They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And when you fill it with high protein and nutrient rich foods, you’ll have enough energy to set your morning off right without unnecessary snacking. While having a quick bowl of cereal might seem more convenient, you’ll mainly be filling up on carbs and sugar and likely craving even more all morning long.   You don’t have to spend hours making a protein packed breakfast (and let’s face it, no one has time for that). Check out these quick, protein packed breakfast ideas: Greek Yogurt Oatmeal  Add some Greek yogurt to a b ..read more

When you’re trying to lose weight, those pesky cravings can make this difficult. You might find yourself snacking frequently or eating larger meals. Being able to control your appetite can help you eat fewer calories and achieve your weight loss goals. Eating certain foods can help you feel fuller for longer periods of time, so you won’t end up overeating. You should plan on including the following foods that suppress appetite in your diet.   Almonds  Almonds contain vitamin E, antioxidants, magnesium, and other nutrients that help you stay healthy while also suppressing your appetit ..read more

After you have weight loss surgery (also called bariatric surgery), it’s important to make sure you eat the right foods to avoid putting on weight again. But what’s also important is you need to make sure you get the proper nutrients that help maintain a healthy, functioning body. Once you have fully recovered and have been advised by your doctor to resume normal activity, here are some of the best foods and products you should incorporate into your diet:  Protein  Protein is one of the most important nutrients to eat after you have weight loss surgery. Since your body loses weight ..read more

A new year is starting, so it’s a great time to set weight loss goals. Losing weight can help improve your health overall and help you feel your best. When you’re ready to begin eating healthier and exercising on a regular basis, it’s important to keep track of your progress. You might also find that you could use some help choosing good foods to eat or coming up with an exercise routine. Apps offer a convenient way to track your progress and get the help you need on your weight loss journey. Consider downloading one or more of the following weight loss apps. My Fitness Pal My Fitness Pal ..read more

The holidays are always filled with yummy and oh-so-tempting treats. The trick to maintaining a healthy lifestyle is to actually allow yourself to give into temptation once in a while! When you limit yourself too much, you’re more likely to binge. One of the major reasons holiday cookies, pies, and other desserts can be unhealthy is that they’re packed with sugar and empty calories and very few nutrients. The trick when making substitutions is to identify ways to reduce the sugar and add nutritious fiber and protein back in. Also, with any substitution, it may take some experimentation to ensu ..read more

Sometimes overlooked, walking is an amazing and simple way to see results in your weight loss journey. In a culture of waist trainers, CrossFit, and crazy HITT workouts, it can sometimes seem daunting to know what is actually best for your health. That’s the great thing about walking, it can be done virtually anywhere and requires no equipment, just you! So here are some ways that getting those steps in each day can benefit your health: Movement Helps with Mental Health Moving your body daily has been proven to help you feel better physically, but also mentally. According to the Mayo Clinic ..read more

The craziness of back to school is upon us (and maybe for some of you, you’re already weeks in). That means it’s time to stock up on snacks, on-the-go meals, and vitamins to keep you and your family fueled up and healthy this school year. We’ve compiled a back-to-school shopping list full of healthy, delicious, but also affordable items. Protein Bars (that actually taste good) Skip the chalky grocery store brands and grab a protein rich, but delicious bars like this caramel crunch, peanut butter, or fluffy vanilla crisps. Protein bars can satisfy that sweet tooth without the unnecessary ..read more

The keto diet has become increasingly popular, and for good reason! Studies have shown that the ketogenic diet helps shed pounds and reduce body fat. If you're trying to lose weight or just want to maintain your current weight, it's worth a try. But there are some aspects of the keto lifestyle that you should know first. We’ll share the basics of following a keto diet, what keto-friendly foods look like, what foods to avoid, and some sample meals to get you started. What is ketosis? Ketones are produced in the liver during periods of fasting or when there is an absence of carbohydrate-containi ..read more

What you eat is such an important part of your health journey, but so is fitness. Whether you’re a beginner or not, there’s a workout for you. But where do you start? Here are some questions to consider when discovering a workout. What do you enjoy? While a workout should be challenging, it should also be motivating. If you’re someone who loves the outdoors, mountain climbing or outdoor runs may be the right fit for you. But, if you’re not into nature and the outdoors, there are also plenty of indoor workouts you can try. Same goes for when you work out…if you’re a morning person, a 5 a.m. run ..read more

The ketogenic diet, or keto for short, is a popular diet for many. It has many health benefits and can improve weight loss goals. The keto diet is a high-fat diet, so the goal is to eat full meals with low carbs, good protein and high (healthy) fats. When you eat more fats, your body won’t go into “fat-storing” mode, which it can do when you eat more carbs. This will aid in weight loss. The best way to follow the keto diet (or any diet, for that matter) is to plan ahead and stick to it. It’s also important to remember it’s all about balance. With the right products to keep you on track, you ca ..read more