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Why I Always Eat This Before Dinner (And You Should Too)

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You’ve probably heard the advice: “Eat your veggies first.” But how you eat them—and when—makes a huge difference. That’s the power of meal sequencing.

Meal sequencing is a simple but powerful strategy where you eat foods in a specific order to help with satiety, digestion, and blood sugar regulation. And in my daily routine, it’s become a game-changer for portion control, meal satisfaction, and food waste.

So, what’s my go-to move?
I start every major meal with The Big Salad.

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Your Low-Cal Guide to Summer Starbucks Drinks

You know it’s summer when you start seeing pictures of the frothy, creamy, colorful Starbucks drinks pop up on the menu. 

What you might not know is that many of these favorites, even when not supersized, are the calorie and sugar equivalent of a large candy bar. And have far in excess of the recommended sugar intake sometimes on a daily basis. While following my 80-20 approach can definitely leave room for an indulgent Starbucks drink as is, regular consumption of these “empty calories” will not only add up but will leave you unsatisfied, as there is no significant amount of protein, fiber, or fat in any of them.

But you don’t have to be left out in the heat. If you are a Starbucks person, you know you are already reading this, so here’s how you try cool drinks without drinking a lot of empty calories. In this article, I will give you the truth about these drinks but I will also recommend dupes you can order to get the taste without the unnecessary filling.

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Keep Your Fitness on Track During the Holidays

It’s official – travel for the holidays is back. About 70% of Americans said they have travel plans to travel for the holiday, Airport officials and industry analysts say passenger traffic for the Nov. 24 Thanksgiving holiday through New Year’s is set to reach or exceed 2019 levels.

This post updates the hottest tips for staying sane and healthy during Thanksgiving.

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Halloween Candy and Weight Loss: A Sweet Strategy

Halloween season is often synonymous with indulging in sugary treats, but what if candy could actually play a role in your weight loss journey? Surprising as it may sound, research suggests that people who enjoy candy in moderation may have a lower Body Mass Index (BMI) than those who completely avoid it. So, how does this work, and how can you incorporate Halloween candy into your weight loss plan without guilt?

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Work out like an Olympic gymnast champion

Go Simone Biles and Team USA! Proof that every setback has a comeback. Now, how do we get as shredded (or at least our version of it?) Except, you know, without the crazy backflips and injuries. Do you ever wonder why gymnasts have the ideal body – muscular, but lean? A huge factor and what enables them to control their bodies in the air like that is athletic conditioning.

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Is there such a thing as natural Ozempic?

One in EIGHT Americans have tried some type of weight loss drug, according to a recent Bloomberg article. For about 1000 dollars a month, that is hardly affordable. But what if there was a natural alternative? According to the below video that I came across in my inevitable weekend YouTube rabbit-hole digging, there are natural foods and supplements that produce the magic hormone that also suppresses appetite in Ozempic. Let’s dive in and see what the claims say.

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Best Protein Bars When You Are On the Go

We are constantly lectured to eat whole foods and have sit-down meals. But with our busy schedules, sometimes that just isn’t possible. You can’t always get organic veggies on the go when you are traveling. Have you ever tried to stuff kale in your Gucci sling?

Sometimes you may be stuck in meetings for hours without enough time to sit down and eat. Or you may be traveling and stuck in the middle of nowhere with no readily accessible healthy eats. So you need to know the best realistic alternative: protein bars. This post compares the best protein bars you can have as a backup.

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Healthy food swaps for high calorie foods

We have all been the person aimlessly pushing a cart through the grocery store, staring at the fridge, or pantry surfing. On the hunt for healthy food that does not taste like grass. Is that too much to ask?! NO.

In a world filled with tempting high-calorie foods, making healthier choices can be a game-changer for your fitness journey. I recently covered these in a YouTube video, but have some bonus recommendations in this article, so read on. The key to this is – you can have the foods you like and still feel satisfied. You just have to know what makes a food high calorie but not satisfying, versus low calorie but highly satisfying. And it is as easy as substitute, substitute, substitute!

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Indulge Guilt-Free: 10 Excuses to Eat Chocolate for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to embrace the sweet side of life, and what better way to do so than with a delectable treat – chocolate! Chocolate can be daily treat in any clean eating plan, if you select the right kind (I hate to break it to you, but white chocolate is actually sugar, not chocolate…). 

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Kick Any Craving With These Healthy Food Swaps

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Your ChatGPT Guide to Calories and Macros


In the ever-evolving landscape of health and nutrition, the role of artificial intelligence in shaping our understanding is increasingly prominent. In this new series, “Ask ChatGPT,” we will throw it right in the deep end with the debate of whether you should count calories or macros.

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Can you drink alcohol and still lose weight?

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How booze can be blocking your fitness goals

By now you must know that I am not afraid to take on touchy subjects. I feel that with an audience of mostly working professionals, we gotta talk about alcohol. And the timing is just right.  Alcohol is a significant thread in the fabric of socialization. We will soon be back to the days of raising a glass, of wining and dining clients, and of team happy hours.

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Escape the Free Food Trap Part II: The Office

One of the many perks of working in an office environment is the abundance of free food. From stocked kitchens and holiday treats to cookies, candy dishes, lunches, bagels, and doughnuts, the workplace often becomes a culinary playground. While these offerings can bring joy and foster a sense of community, they can also pose challenges for those striving to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. In this guide, we’ll explore strategies to navigate the office food scene without compromising your well-being.

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Hot Sauce: The Spicy Secret to Jump Start Your Fall Fitness

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Did you know hot sauce can be a powerful weight loss tool? From boosting your metabolism to reducing your appetite, hot sauce has been found to offer a range of benefits for those looking to improve their health. In this article, we’ll explore these benefits, as well as the different categories of hot sauce.

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