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October 3, 2023 By Leanne Vogel October 3, 2023 Today’s episode is a real heart-to-heart, inspired by our dear listener, Amber, who’s navigating her health journey on a budget. Keto shopping lists, recipes, and more! Start keto with this FREE 5-step guide. I’m ready! We’re diving into savvy ways to pursue a wholesome lifestyle without emptying your wallet. Grab a comfy seat and let’s chat about making health both affordable and achievable. Listen Online https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thenosugarcoatingpodcast/438_episode.mp3 You can also find the Keto Diet Podcast on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, and many other places. Transcript What I like to do to…
This is sponsored content. M&F is not endorsing the websites or products listed in this article. If you’ve been navigating the waters of fitness and health influencers on social media, you’ve likely come across Transparent Labs athlete, Paul Sklar. If you’re not familiar, Paul is a 51-year-old father of five who has defied aging with a remarkable physique. Once a world-ranked athlete, Paul is now a renowned fitness trainer with over 25 years of personal training experience. He is approaching two million followers on Instagram as he continues to bring refreshing, evidence-based guidance to an industry saturated with fads and…
What do cookies, candy, soda, many chips, and sweetened cereals have in common? Sure, they’re all common cravings — but they’re also ultra-processed foods. Here’s what you need to know about ultra-processed foods and how they could be wreaking havoc on your diet. What Are Ultra-Processed Foods? “Ultra-processed foods are those that go through multiple stages of processing,” says Mascha Davis, MPH, RDN. Plenty of foods — including many healthy staples — go through some amount of processing to be edible. Processing can be as simple as milling a grain, canning beans, freezing veggies, or baking fresh bread. Ultra-processed foods,…
C’mon, just have a bite! You look like you’ve lost weight — you need to eat something! I brought you those cookies you love. Why don’t you have one right now? That’s all you ate? Here, let me give you more. People who get into your business about what you’re eating, how much, and why can be called “food pushers.” And regardless of whether it’s subtle or obvious, food pushing is bad manners. It can also be bad for your health. Food pushers can affect your relationship with food and prompt you to overeat, diminishing your weight loss success. Read…
Anyone with an Instagram back when Kate McKinnon was regularly playing a convincing Hilary Clinton on SNL and Pete Davidson was dating Cazzie David (i.e. late 2016) may remember when unicorn-themed beauty and food products were as prevalent on your social feed as soft launches and carousels are now. Unicorn lattes and Frappuccinos are no longer on Starbucks drink menus, and beauticians likely haven’t received requests for unicorn hair or make-up in years. But the mythical creature is still in circulation—most notably amongst sex-plorers, kinksters, and non-monogamists describing a unicorn in a relationship. When used in a sex and relationships…
Next time you head to Sam’s Club, you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the number of foods available to assist you toward your weight loss goals. Of course, fresh fruit and vegetables are always a great selection, along with lean proteins. Outside of these staples, there are plenty of side items, condiments, and snacks you can incorporate into your meal plan. We have 10 of the best Sam’s Club foods for weight loss to add to your shopping cart ASAP. When you buy groceries with weight loss in mind, there are a few factors that can help your decision-making. Especially when…
Infrared saunas are well-known for their health benefits including increased blood circulation, sleep, anti-aging, detox, and improved immune function, but not everyone can purchase a sauna whether because of inaccessibility or cost. That doesn’t mean the benefits are out of your reach. With infrared sauna blankets, you can get the same benefits you would with an infrared sauna. Infrared Sauna Blanket Benefits 1. Improves Circulation One of the benefits of infrared sauna blankets is that they can use their heat to improve blood flow. By increasing blood flow, the body distributes nutrients and oxygen more efficiently. This in turn boosts…
While the bacteria in the intestine are helpful for digesting food and fighting infections, they have long been suspected to play an essential role in triggering rheumatoid arthritis. This chronic inflammatory disorder affects the joints. Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered a link between an abundance of specific gut bacteria and the triggering of an immune response against a person’s tissue. They also found that this happens even before the clinical symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis appear. They published their findings in a recent study in Science Advances. “As we age, our gut bacteria and their byproducts change, which impacts our immune system,” says senior author Veena Taneja,…
It’s not always a reality to wake up early and cook yourself a nutrient-dense, leisurely meal every morning. With your foot-long to-do list and maybe even kids running around your knees, mornings can quickly become overwhelming. So, what to do? Although you may be initially disinclined to hit the drive-thru for your breakfast fix, many different chains across the country are expanding their menus to provide healthy fast-food breakfast options. And with over 190,000 franchised fast-food establishments in the US, you’re bound to run into one the moment you turn onto the highway. To help you understand what, exactly, is…
When you have a goal to lose weight, it’s easy to shift your efforts to all the things you should do. However, don’t forget about the habits you shouldn’t follow, as they can destroy all your hard work. We spoke with experts who break down some common weight loss mistakes that are ruining your progress, so listen up. While some individuals find it challenging to gain mass, others have difficulty losing unwanted weight, says Daisean Brewster, CPT, Blink Fitness. “Finding yourself caught in the cycle of dieting and frustration is common when trying to shed some pounds,” explains Brewster. “If…