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1. Remove And Restock If temptation’s in the way, it’s hard to make good choices: in one study from Cornell University in the US, office workers ate four times more sweets when they were moved from opaque containers two metres away to see-through containers left on their desks. If possible, get “binge” foods out of […]
Until recently, my experience with miso was limited to the tasty little bowl of miso soup I’d enjoy at Japanese restaurants. I began to appreciate the multitasking brilliance of miso only this year, when I started cooking my way through Washington Post food editor Joe Yonan’s fantastic new vegetarian cookbook, Cool Beans ($ 20, Amazon). […]
Whether you’re just getting started with eating more plant-based foods or you’ve been practicing it for years, there are a few nuances to plant-based cooking, so these simple cooking tips can help make your meals tastier and easier to prepare. Since so much of our nutrition philosophy is around eating more plant-based, whole foods, and […]
Worried about getting back into the gym post lockdown? Worry no more, Instagram fitness star Krissy Cela reveals 10 back to the gym tips If you haven’t yet heard of global fitness sensation Krissy Cela, you need to get to know. Not only is her Instagram full of real life transformations and badass workouts, but […]
Dr. Brandt Skincare Featured Product:Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion ($ 79) Guest Speaker:Linda Popowytsch, director of PR and social marketing at Dr. Brandt Product Rundown:Although this product gained popularity because it was part of Dr. Brandt’s original in-office treatment, the brand went beyond skin-deep beauty in their presentation. “Tonight, we are mentioning the Dr. Brandt Foundation, which […]
Healthista has called upon the ultimate weight loss guru. Jillian Michaels shares 11 ways we can lose weight and keep it off for good If there’s one woman who knows a thing of two about diet, fitness and weight loss, it’s Jillian Michaels. The 46-year-old fitness guru is well known in the fitness world after […]
Try scheduling a Zoom meal with friends or family while you reminisce on the good times. Recreate your favorite childhood meals to bring back fond memories and a pleasurable eating experience. Or for variety and comforting nostalgia, incorporate recipes and ingredients from your culture into your meals.” —Ayana Habtemariam, M.S.W., R.D.N., L.D.N., nutrition therapist and […]
By Katherine Kimber, Registered Dietitian, If you check out on Google, you are going to find lots of information on what you should/shouldn’t eat after having a baby, and in particular, how to lose the pregnancy weight. From taking, green juices, powders, spritzers, and supplements to messages around burning calories, reducing “belly fat” and cutting […]
The runners among you know all too well the aches, pains and muscle tension that occur during or after running. These are typically felt in the back, knees, legs, ankles and hips. They not only affect those new to running, but also those who run on a regular basis. The good news is that yoga […]
If you’re a yoga fan, switching your pre-pregnancy practice over to prenatal yoga can be tricky. While you’re looking for a routine that’s the right amount of challenge for you, you also want to make sure it’s safe for your changing body. You might be tempted to stick with your regular yoga routine for as […]
As most of you know, ALL of my workouts are done in the comfort of my own home (garage) or outside at the beach or park. With my busy life as a full-time working mom, I have found home workouts best fit my lifestyle. With very limited time, being able to literally just walk out into my garage and get […]
When we conceive of a goal in our minds, we initially may feel a sense of euphoria, ambitious to achieve that goal. But, some goals take longer to achieve than others. It is important to do everything that we can to sustain our enthusiasm and guide our will to accomplish what we had first set […]
Finally summer is here and you can go for a run and enjoy the nice weather! But the first runs in the heat are always difficult and you need to adjust your pace until you get used to it. To avoid the high temperatures in the summer, plan your runs for morning or evenings. Don’t […]
Building your own small business relies heavily on having the passion to put in the hours and create something that you’re not only proud of, but that people can’t live without. Founders and owners of We Are Food, a frozen-food delivery service based in Durban, Amy Weare and Jane Bisset have passion in bucketfuls. They […]
The reason we all love running is its simplicity: we can squeeze in our workout in wherever we are. Has your running routine become a bit monotonous? Give trail running a try — it will energize you and make your workouts much more fun! What is trail running? A trail is any unpaved surface; it […]