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The Best Foods to Eat Before and After Working Out

By Carlos on January 15, 2018 Food and Dining

Getting in shape is one of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions. If your workout goal is to build muscle, lose weight or to get healthy, what you eat matters. Give yourself the right fuel to get through your workout and give your body what it needs to recover; this will help you meet your fitness goals. Here are some dietary suggestions to keep you moving and give your body what it needs before and after working out. Before Working Out If you want to get the most out of your workout, your best bet is to fuel yourself before…

Simple Ways to Eat Healthy for less than $10 a day

By Carlos on January 8, 2018 Food and Dining

Whether you are on your own or have a family, it’s helpful to learn some pointers on how to save money while eating healthy. Like many people, you probably have a food budget that you try to stay within. Get your food budget down to less than $10 a day with the helpful tips below, while still being able to eat healthy. Have Cheap and Convenient Foods Available Potatoes Did you know that a 5 pound bag of potatoes costs only a couple dollars in most supermarkets? Potatoes sometimes get a bad rap because of the amount of starch in…

Cheap Ways to Get Fit Without Joining a Gym

By Carlos on January 5, 2018 Frugal Friday, Health & Wellness

Gyms offer all-in-one access to working out: you can find classes, weights, and a variety of machines to help you meet your fitness goals. But all that convenience and accessibility comes at a price. Sometimes it’s a price you simply can’t afford. But just because you can’t afford to join a gym doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your fitness goals. Here are cheap ways to get fit that don’t require a gym membership. TV and DVD shows You can find a plethora of exercise DVDs that are usually quite affordable, allowing you to stock up on several different kinds.…

The Worst Halloween Candies for Your Teeth

By Carlos on October 22, 2017 Health & Wellness

Halloween is right around the corner, it’s the thriving season of sugary candy consumption. While some candies are okay to eat, some are just downright unhealthy. It’s important to understand what type of of candies can seriously damage your oral health or simply give you a sugar rush. Below are the worst candies to consume this Halloween, which we suggest you avoid at all costs. Sweet Treats to Avoid 1. Sticky or Chewy Candy Sticky or chewy candy, such as taffy, dried fruit, or gummies can be hard to resist but they are even harder to remove from your teeth.…

Great Dinners Made with Frozen Vegetables

By Angela on October 20, 2017 Frugal Friday

Frozen vegetables are the unsung hero of the home cook. They make it possible for busy people to have delicious, home cooked meals every night of the week. Vegetarians and carnivores can both appreciate the benefits of frozen vegetables. Why buy frozen veggies? Convenience The number one reason people choose vegetables from the freezer section is convenience. It can be extremely frustrating to get home, start dinner preparations and realize you still have to chop and prep a few different vegetables. Frozen vegetables already come clean, prepped and ready for cooking. Buying frozen vegetables can also help you avoid multiple…

Eating Healthy When Dining Out

By Angela on July 27, 2017 Food and Dining

You are on the right track with your diet and exercise program when, all of a sudden, in comes the text message that makes you dread the day: an invitation to eat out. Just before you get frustrated, or get obsessed about what not to eat, read these tips on what to do in these situations. Life is too short to refuse a nice time relaxing and sharing with friends. Moreover, food is meant to be eaten. How much of what is the key to everything. Do not pass out the opportunity to discover new dishes, and new ways to…

Ways to Eat Healthy on a Budget

By Angela on July 19, 2017 Food and Dining

If your monthly food budget has you exasperated, you’re not alone. Most people wish they could spend less at the checkout counter. They also wish that they could eat a little healthier. Fortunately, these two goals don’t have to be mutually exclusive. If you’re trying to eat healthy and save money, these nine suggestions will help you accomplish those goals. 1. Make a List and Stick to It Adhering to this one practice and you’ll find that your impulse purchases go way down. (They’re major budget destroyers.) Aside from this, it’s difficult to plan meals ahead of time if you…

Foods that Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage

By Angela on July 3, 2017 Food and Dining

Sunshine is very important for your body. Outside of foods rich in vitamin D, it is a great way to get natural vitamin D. The issue, as everyone now knows, is that too much sun can burn you and predispose you to skin cancer. You can dress appropriately to minimize your exposure to the sun’s rays, but what if you want to bask in the glory of the sun? Commercial sunscreens are filled with potentially harmful chemicals, and natural sunscreens are not so effective. However, natural protection can also come from the foods that you eat. The following is a…

Food on the Barbie Need not be Unhealthy

By Angela on June 18, 2017 Health & Wellness

While outdoor grilling is a year-round thing for many (think tailgating in the fall and winter), the arrival of warmer weather creates an almost primal desire to cook and eat in the great outdoors. In addition to the temperatures just being too high to cook inside, the outdoor barbecue is an integral part of summer, something that everyone looks forward to through the gray days of winter. Unfortunately, grilling, especially meats, can cause carcinogens to form in significant amounts. One study showed that people who regularly consumed well-done meat (including grilled meat) were 60% more likely to develop pancreatic cancer.…

Spring Clean Your Diet

By Pennysaver Plus on April 25, 2017 Health & Wellness

It’s easy to gain a few pounds over the holiday season. You’re seeing family and taking a break from your usual routine, which can make it harder to stick to healthy eating or exercising regularly. And of course, during the winter months everyone is baking yummy desserts, so you’re probably going to be loading up on sweets. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying yourself over the holidays, but by the time spring rolls around, it’s a good idea to do some spring cleaning – not for your home, although you can do that, too, but for your eating habits. After all,…

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