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Ever feel lost trying to eat healthy and not know where to begin? Healthy eating can be extremely easy with the right systems and informed choices. With Nutrition No-Brainer, I share bi-weekly articles--the least you need to know--that simplify healthy eating choices and clear up food myths, making your nutrition decisions a no-brainer!
“I was seduced by secrets, which are to true love as artificial sweetener is to sugar, calorie-free but in the long run carcinogenic, not the real thing, and only a peculiar aftertaste in the mouth to tell you so, to warn you” – Fay Weldon Rediscover Your Natural Sweet Tooth! In July 2024, changed everything when my Educogym-Belize trainer pointed out the high fructose corn syrup on the label of my ketchup. As a health-conscious vegetarian, I had been unknowingly consuming hidden sugars...
“Don’t eat anything your great-grandmother wouldn’t recognize as food.” – Michael Polland Real Food, Real Energy: Go Natural, Not Processed Wondering why “whole” foods are so praised? They provide pure, essential nutrients with no added junk. That's why I prefer fresh fruits, vegetables, whole wheat, and brown rice—rich in nutrients, unlike white rice or sugary packaged snacks, instant meals, and ramen that can cause energy crashes. The more I choose whole foods, the better I feel and think!...
“A happy heart starts with a good oil.” – Unknown Unlock Better Health by Choosing Coconut and Olive Oils Over Common Cooking Oils! Since I started replacing vegetable oils with coconut oil and olive oil at Educogym-Belize, I've noticed a significant improvement in my energy levels, digestion, and even my skin health. It’s incredible how much of a difference choosing the right oils can make! Why Are Oils So Important for Your Health? The oils you choose to cook impact everything from heart...