Tag: protein
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7 Ways to Sabotage Your Metabolism
There are probably a few things in your life that you’d like to slow down… But when it comes to your metabolism? Probably not. Unfortunately, there are plenty of sneaky ways we slow our metabolism down — here are 7 of the most common metabolism saboteurs: 1. You don’t eat enough Your body is smart!…
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Understanding Macronutrients
Macronutrients are the main nutrients that make up the foods we eat. All of the calories we eat come from either a carbohydrate, fat, protein, or alcohol. Carbohydrates have 4 calories in every gram. Proteins have 4 calories in every gram. Alcohol has 7 calories in every gram. Fats have 9 calories in every gram.…
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Mocha Protein Latte Recipe
I’ve got a surprisingly good-for-you recipe that’s perfect any time you want a little extra “kick” of energy (including before a workout). How does a mocha protein iced latte sound? (Answer: delicious.) Here’s why it’s surprisingly good for you – and why it’s a great pre-workout drink: Carbs from the banana give your muscles fuel. Protein…
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One Simple Food Tip For The Holidays
With Thanksgiving last week and Christmas in under a month a lot of us are thinking about how to maintain our healthy habits while enjoying all of our favorite holiday foods. I want to share one simple tip with you that will help you minimize holiday weight gain. Do you love the holiday season? Spending…
