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4 Essential Nutritional Needs for Teenagers
Fuel the Spurts Teen years are a time of speedy growth and the body undergoes several changes during these years. The body needs extra minerals and nutrients to support the growth of bones, hormonal changes, and organ development, but the diet often lacks all of these in adequate amounts. Here are some of the major nutritional requirements that must be added to a teenager’s diet. Calories – Calories are used to express the energy every food item provides our body with. The body needs more calories during early teenage years than at any other time in life. On an average...
8 Tips for Healthy Holiday-Eating
We know healthy eating is not easy during Christmas, but it’s not impossible to enjoy tasty holiday festivities and continue to eat clean. It just takes some time and willingness to practice healthy eating. Holiday food can inspire overindulging if you decide to put your mindset in that kind of mood. Don’t get us wrong, we don’t want you to feel deprived, or eat only boring foods during the most wonderful time of the year. Celebrations may keep the cold winter away, but sweet treats, Christmas food, and rich meals can tax the health and strain the waistline. Substituting unsweetened...
Do You Really Need Protein Powder to Build Muscle?
If you decided to step it up with your workouts, and finally started going to the gym, you’ve probably noticed something that everyone is talking about: the protein shakes they drink after or before a workout. Protein powders made into a shake or added to other meals are getting more and more popular as a nutritional supplement. And there’s nothing wrong with it — in fact, your body needs protein. But, you should make sure you’re not getting overdosed, as it’s not a replacement of protein from food sources. Try to consume it through whole foods, choosing a balanced diet...
Vegetarian Diets and Quality of Life
Even though vegetarian diets increase in popularity because of their health benefits, many vegetarians don’t eat enough fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and calcium-rich foods to provide their nutritional needs. Some of them rely too heavily on processed foods which can be high in calories, sugar, fat, and sodium. Many studies find that vegetarians live 6-9 years longer than the meat-lovers, but vegetarians are also more likely to exercise, smoke less and drink less alcohol. Taken into consideration all these factors (and many others) that also contribute to a longer life, it’s hard to claim the direct correlation between being vegetarian...
Healthy New Year's Resolutions: Post-Christmas Detox Plan
After the excesses of the Christmas and New Year holidays, it’s normal to feel tired and bloated from overindulging. What’s important in the days following the festive period is to follow a lighter and healthier diet composed of fresh or steamed vegetables, poached fish, fruits and a lot of water. This will help you to eliminate stored toxins and to reduce the bloating. While December is a month filled with indulging and partying, the New Year brings the feeling of excitement for new beginnings. January is a great time to focus on improving your health. One of the best ways...