Dried Fruits

Dried fruits often contain added sugar and oils making them more like candy than a nutritious snack. Seek out unsweetened varieties or make your own with a kitchen dehydrator. Freeze-dried fruit is another option. Most are made without added sugar and they can satisfy a crunchy food craving.

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Whether it’s groceries or a goal weight, putting it down on paper helps you stay focused. Lists serve as guides and reminders, and they can be effective tools to help you reach your fitness goals.

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Loaded with vitamins and minerals.

The vitamin C in citrus fruits acts as an antioxidant to protect cells from free radical damage. Vitamin C also improves the absorption of non-heme iron (iron from plant foods like beans and nuts). Citrus fruits supply the B vitamin, folate, which plays a role in energy production, growth and development, and may help protect against heart disease. These fruits are also a source of potassium, which is important for muscle function, and fluid and electrolyte balance.

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Experts recommend that adults eat two to three cups of vegetables every day. Get an early start and use these tips for including more vegetables at breakfast.

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Healthy eating isn’t hard, but it does take a little planning. Don’t let these common myths get between you and a healthier lifestyle.

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Healthy snacks that are rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fat curb hunger and cravings. Keeping these snacks to fewer than 200 calories helps you avoid exceeding your daily calorie budget for weight loss. Try one of these ideas for smart snacking.

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If you think summer is the best time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, you may be surprised at what the winter has to offer. Cool-season produce is packed with phytonutrients that boost health and prevent disease.

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Research shows that foods contain the vitamins and minerals that ward off feelings of depression and produce the mood-boosting brain chemicals that give us a more positive outlook. Put yourself in a good mood and eat some of these healthy foods every day.

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Weight, body mass index (BMI), circumference measurements, and body fat percentage are all good ways to assess your fitness progress, but they don’t tell the whole story. When you adopt a healthy lifestyle, you change more than your physical appearance. Don’t forget to pay attention to these improvements when assessing your progress and celebrating your success.

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Skipping meals may seem like a good idea to cut calories, but it’s not a smart tactic for successful weight loss. It is tempting to save calories so you can indulge in a big meal without regret, but it is a practice that can easily backfire. Before you deprive yourself of a nutritious meal, consider how it affects your physical and mental health.

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