Dinner

http://www.livestrong.com/article/285957-the-best-time-to-eat-dinner-for-weight-loss/


From what I’ve heard in the past, people have told me that it is not good to eat dinner past 7:00 because your metabolism slows down when you go to bed. But, apparently these rumors are untrue. It is perfectly fine to eat dinner later on in the night. Your metabolism is always working and sleeping has no effect on slowing it down.

Beauty Tip

http://www.webmd.com/healthy-beauty/features/top-10-foods-for-healthy-hair

It may come as a surprise, but certain foods help keep skin and hair look healthy. For people with fine hair that might take forever to grow or have possible split ends, foods such as salmon, beans, and dark green vegetables can solve such problems.  The link above gives a list of ten foods and the benefits of them.

The Benefits of Veggie Burgers

Why choose a veggie burger over a regular burger? Well for those of you who don't know, or have not tried a veggie burger, they are quite delicious and can satisfy your taste buds just as much as a regular burger would. It's that time of the year where we often find ourselves BBQing with some friends and family. Grilling some veggie burgers can save you a lot of saturated fat, and extra calories that would be consumed into your body. While regular burgers have about 6 grams of fat, veggies burgers only have one.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9685441/ns/health-diet_and_nutrition/t/best-kind-veggie-burger/

Fruit Smoothies

http://www.food.com/recipe/strawberry-julius-24088


A smoothie is always a delicious snack that you can't go wrong with. They're refreshing, tasty, and can be healthy. If you're looking for a sweet, fruity drink this summer, smoothies are the perfect beverage. By adding low fat milk, a minimal amount of sugar, and a bunch of fresh fruits, you can't go wrong.

Frozen or Fresh?

We often tend to go to the grocery store and buy all our fruits and vegetables than go home to cook them in some way. Whether it's frying, boiling, grilling, or cooking, many of the nutrients that were once in that fruit or vegetable will be lost throughout the process. What many people don't know is that buying frozen veggies or fruits and then letting them defrost is what keeps in most of the nutrients. When these foods are frozen then are picked at the time they are most rip which enables them to contain a lot of vitamins and minerals. Frozen foods also tend to last longer in general.





http://www.eatingwell.com/nutrition_health/nutrition_news_information/fresh_vs_frozen_vegetables_are_we_giving_up_nutrition_fo

Did you know...

http://www.livestrong.com/article/63553-nutritional-value-salmon/

Salmon is an awesome meal to eat up to twice a week.  If you're looking to cut back in fatty meats that are on the heavier side, than salmon is definitely a dinner you would enjoy.  Not only is it delicious but it contains many vitamins, proteins, and healthy fats that provide your body with energy and improves your immune system. Salmon also does not include factors such as carbohydrates or sugars and it low in calories.

Got Milk?

http://www.savvyhealth.com/disp.asp?doc_id=715


As many may know, milk is always a healthy beverage to drink...but in moderation. It contains important vitamins and minerals that help bones grow and stay strong and healthy. Drinking milk is most important to have during you childhood all the way up until 21 years of age once your body has fully developed. For people like me, who don’t enjoy milk as much, try taking a calcium supplement.

Healthy snacking

http://www.livestrong.com/article/409527-healthy-snacks-that-are-filling/

We all get those cravings for snacking on something sweet from time to time. Whether it’s before having a meal or a late night snack. Many times people who snack often gain weight from eating "empty calories", meaning that they'll eat snacks that are high in calories but yet are not filling. Try eating foods that are contain low fat milk, or are high in protein or fibers like yogurt, granola and fruits!

Whole grains

http://www.livestrong.com/article/41248-importance-whole-grain-foods/

Whole grains contain much more vitamins, nutrients, and fibers which can help bring about positive effects to your body. The link above provides facts on why whole grains are best.
Eating some oatmeal in the mornings can allow you to start off your day right!

Healthy Habits

http://www.cookinglight.com/healthy-living/healthy-habits/cooking-light-healthy-habits-program-00412000069559/

Diets are not always the best way to lose weight and stay healthy. For the most part, it’s picking the proper foods that you consume and the healthy habits that go along with it. Many times what people don’t understand is how to make a proper portion when putting food on your plat. The body has an easier time digesting food when it's in smaller portions and your metabolism speeds up when you eat smaller healthy snacks throughout the day. Small tips such as these can help you create a healthier lifestyle!

eat breakfast!

http://nutrition.about.com/od/nutrition101/a/breakfast.htm

It's not uncommon for people to skip breakfast due to rushing out of the door to get to work or school. But what people don't realize is how important breakfast really is. Some feel as if skipping breakfast will help them lose weight while in reality it can be the cause of weight gain. It also provides fuel to the brain and gets the metabolism going. Statistics show that those who eat breakfast perform better in school as well as in physical activities.

Eating and Exercising

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise/HQ00594_D


It's possible that during or after a workout you may feel sluggish or weak. Although this is normal and depends on the intensity of the work out, there are ways to help you feel energized after the activity. For the most part, what you eat before and after the work out will determine how you will end up feeling. It's important to eat the proper foods at the right time.

The importance of Water

http://www.mangosteen-natural-remedies.com/benefits-of-drinking-water.html

Many times, including myself, we go throughout the day drinking water when we are thirsty or eating a meal or a snack. But considering that our bodies are made up of 70% water, it is important that we take in more water than we feel is necessary. The link above explains to you eleven benefits of drinking water and the results you will get.

Carbs are needed for all the athletes

http://www.usada.org/diet/?gclid=CJb-jZ309a8CFeIQNAodqkskGw


Many times people are quick to assume that carbs turn into sugars and sugars are bad which lead them to immediately eliminate carbs from your diet. For all the athletes or for people who are constantly working out, carbohydrates are important in one’s diet. It increases the level of performance and the body's demand for energy. This article gives you a guideline on what to eat before, during and after an
exercise.

Vegetarian

http://www.vrg.org/nutshell/nutshell.htm

It's hard to make sure your body is taking in the proper nutrients when you are a vegetarian.  Being a vegetarian can be healthy when you eat the proper meals that suplement the vitamins and minerals you no longer take in from the meat group. Here's a guideline that allows your body to be strong and healthy while being on a vegetarian diet.

For all the Travelers...

For those who travel often, it's difficult to maintain a healthy diet when you're constantly at airports, eating hotel food, or always going out to eat. In order to keep off the extra pounds that are always dreadful to lose, this site gives some easy tips that you can keep in mind which will restrain you from splurging too much.

http://pickyeaterblog.com/

Indian Cauliflower “Sabji” with Peas and Carrots

http://pickyeaterblog.com/

Sabji with Peas and Carrots is an indian recipe which contains vegetables, spices, and tons of flavor. It's a low calorie meal that is filling and satisfying. This recipe is high in fiber, low in fat and only takes up to 30 minutes to make. The link above provides you with the recipe and ingredients that are needed to create this meal as well as a step by step guideline.

Frozen Yogurt

Recently, more and more frozen yogurt places have been opening and people seem to be quite content with purchasing a treat that is tastey, but is not as fattening as getting ice cream from places such as Dairy Queen or Carvel. What some people seem to not understand is that although frozen yogurt has the word "yogurt" in it, does not make it all that healthy.  Especially if it's not low-fat frozen yogurt.  Low-fat frozen yogurt at leasts contains skim milk and doesn't contain the heavy creams that regular ice cream has. Here's a link that provides you with the ingredients and nutrition of this low fast dessert.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/408351-is-nonfat-frozen-yogurt-healthy/

Healthiest Foods

http://www.whfoods.com/foodstoc.php

Try stocking up with some of these foods provided on the list, instead of fatty foods that are empty calories waiting to be eaten.

Seven Day Meal Plan

http://www.whfoods.com/hwep.php

This site provides people with an every day healthy eating plan. It is not considered a diet, nor is it expensive or time consuming.  It can give you ideas on what to eat and what vitamins those meals contain. This seven day meal plan can give you a jump start to begin a healthy and happy lifestyle!