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Top Tricks for Portion Control
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. An easy habit to incorporate every time you eat a meal or snack is proper portion control. Controlling portions is one of many ways to track and measure your consumption without feeling like too much extra work. The easier the task is and the more positive results you gain, the more likely you are to adopt it and use it. It teaches your body how to consume…
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Six Healthy Food Swaps to Make When on A Budget
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. A common excuse that one cannot lose weight is the budget. It’s true that if you’re on a strict budget, you won’t be able to consume all the foods you enjoy, but this doesn’t mean your budget is responsible for keeping you on a bad diet. There are affordable alternatives for every budget. The following are six healthy food swaps to make when on a tight budget:…
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Five Ingredient Swaps for Healthier Soups
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Soups are highly misinterpreted as automatically healthy just due to their form. Even soups full of vegetables can seem healthy until you realize they are in a full-fat, highly salted, or creamy base. While these soups are delicious, they should be kept to a minimum to control your weight and heart health. It only takes a few simple ingredient swaps to keep them a healthy part of…
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Smart Swaps for Foods You Want to Avoid
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Unfortunately, avoiding certain foods or limiting them as much as possible is essential to living a full and healthy life. Sugar, saturated fat, and chemicals found in many processed foods and dairy products impede your ability to maintain weight or, worse, cause lifelong chronic illnesses such as heart disease. Weight gain and chronic illness are the two main reasons you should want to avoid these foods. However, instead…
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Simple Tips to Making Dinner Healthier
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. In 2018, the (CDC) Centers for Disease Control released a detailed study on how many Americans consumed fast food. Unfortunately, the numbers are grim. As many as forty percent reported enjoying fast food during dinner almost daily. In other words, as many as one out of every three Americans consume fast food during dinner every night. Fast food is notoriously rich in unhealthy fats, sodium, and calories…
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Simple Alternatives for a Healthier Lunch
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Believe it or not, sandwiches are not a healthy source of calories. Many of them are loaded with high-fat condiments, processed meats, breads, and dairy that can significantly impact your heart and weight. Finding alternatives to your favorite lunch and especially sandwiches is a good way to maintain your weight and ultimately improve your health. The following are five simple alternatives to try for a healthier lunch:…
