As we approach Labor Day weekend, I feel the disappointment of summer coming to an end. Soon, the fun weekend barbecues and social activities will be distant memories. And although I'm in no rush for the cold, blistery days of winter, I thought this would be as good a time as any to discuss the comfort food cravings we'll face in the months to...
Question: Should one eat before or after a workout and does it change if you are lifting weights or running? Answer: Twenty years ago, when I was misspending my youth training for 10K races and the occasional marathon, runners and other endurance athletes were strongly advised to avoid eating in the hour or so before exercise.We were told that pre-exercise calories would lead to a...
For those of you who like to cook at home, there is a new app that calculates calories for recipes based on individual ingredients and then gives suggestions on how you can reduce calories. We are looking forward to experimenting a little bit to see how our recipes fare. A few things to keep in mind: 1) this app only calculates calories, not...
This post isn't about managing weight and it isn't a new recipe we came across, or even about how to keep your skin healthy with real food. Instead, we are looking at something we thought you'd all find a bit fascinating, much like our Whole Foods Insider Tip (if you missed that one, search for #ShoppingTip on our Facebook page). We are most...
My recent summer travels have reminded me of one very important thing; one of the most critical daily goals for us all is proper hydration. Whether it’s the wind, sun, and saltwater at the beach, long road trips, or the dry airline cabin you experience en route to any of your favorite destinations, staying well hydrated is essential; but it can be challenging.Does...
We had already given up all hope of keeping our guacamole green... until we found this post from The Kitchn. We've never tried this technique nor have we ever heard of it, but apparently it works every time without altering the delicious flavors of the dip! The Best Way to Keep Guacamole Green from The Kitchn: Make your guacamole. Put the guacamole...
Nifty News about Nuts In case you had any doubts about the benefits of eating nuts, three new studies indicate that including them as part of your diet can lead to lower weight as well as better health. The investigations all focused on the consumption of tree nuts, which include almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios and walnuts. One of...
As summer break winds down, it's time to begin thinking about how you can start the school year off right. We all know that bringing healthy foods from home is the best way to guarantee that you have access to a nutritious lunch and snacks that are right for you and your body. Here are three easy reminders to consider when you pack...
