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Santa isn't the only one allowed to enjoy the treats of the holiday season. But, if we don't want to end up with a bowl full of jelly for a January belly, we all better watch what we eat, especially when it comes to the sugary sweets. I've gathered up a group of treats that will satiate even the strongest of sweet toothed people but won't tip you over on the scale. Come check out these five Read more
Do you remember a little while back I told you about SOYJOY bars. If you gave them your address, they promised to send you 3 free bars. As exciting as it was to get free treats in the mail, I'm sorry to say these bars are pretty gross. They look homemade which is cool, but they tasted more like cookies gone bad. First of all, they smelled kind of funky, like the health food stores my gramma Read more
If you love chocolate and some crunch you should try snacking on some O'Coco's chocolate crisps. Here's a few details about these tasty crisps: They are baked and not fried. They contain zero Trans Fats (maybe they will be on sale at Universal Studios). They are packed in a no cheat 90 calorie bag, 6 bags per carton. They even have 1 gram of fiber. They are organic!!! They are tasty and Read more
Harley Pasternak trains some of the hottest ladies in Hollywood, from Lady Gaga to Megan Fox. He's also helped a few starlets, including Hilary Duff and Katy Perry, get ready to walk down the aisle. Since Harley has a masters degree in nutrition, which complements his advanced degree in exercise physiology, he knows getting wedding ready is as much about diet as it is exercise. Here are some of Read more
When you're craving something salty, crackers and pretzels are a popular choice, but they're not an option if you're avoiding gluten. You could buy pricey gluten-free alternatives, but they're not exactly the healthiest snacks. Here are three salty snacks you can prep ahead of time that are free of wheat, barley, oats, and rye. Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites Made with cooked quinoa, gooey Read more
After finishing an intense workout, refueling is a must to restore water, electrolytes, and energy. But if you're not careful the snack you choose could end up undoing the good you've done, leading to extra pounds on the scale. Before grabbing just any old snack after working out, learn how the wrong choice can lead to weight gain. Chowing on a minimeal: A post-workout snack is just that — a Read more
Turn your pita into a healthy quesadilla — Vegetarian Times Flat-belly foods that will actually help you prep for bikini season — Fitness Skip the romaine and amp up your salad with these greens — Health Snack smart and try these low-calorie yet filling foods — Shape Too much salt! What it takes to redefine a low-sodium diet — HuffPost Healthy Living How cleansing can become a food Read more
For many who have stuck to their healthy ways all week long, the weekend is a time to loosen up the reigns a little, ignore weight-loss rules, and indulge in some high-calorie Cinco de Mayo goodness. If you're not careful though, an entire weekend of living it up could make you gain the pounds you've worked so hard to keep off all week. Here are some ways to splurge a little this weekend and not Read more
Got a hankering for some peanut butter? One tablespoon of this creamy spread will run you 105 calories, so if it's peanut butter you're after but not all the calories, enjoy one of these deliciously satisfying and oh-so-nutty treats instead. Peanut Butter Oatmeal Sandwich Cookies For a healthy treat that feels really decadent, whip up these peanut butter sandwich cookies — the filling is Read more
With bikini season coming up, many of us are trying to lose those last stubborn pounds. Here are four things you can do before lunchtime to increase your calorie burn. Eat first thing in the morning: Skipping breakfast may seem like a great way to save calories, but your body actually holds onto fat because it's being starved. Make sure to eat breakfast each morning to jump-start your Read more
