Whether you are on a keto diet or not, a healthy meat snack can really hit the spot. Meat snacks can make really excellent options for just about any situation, from late days to hard workouts. They also appeal to a really wide range of people (and dogs…we’ll tell you later). Meat snacks make...
Eating low carb diets is nothing new. We have been learning more and more about how carbohydrates impact our health and energy. With all the information available to us these days through our doctors, other health professionals, and – of course – the world of online nutrition advice, there is plenty of help available...
Keto diets can be great for weight loss and increased energy. They are unusual diets in the sense that you can eat many high-fat foods – typically “forbidden” in other diets. If you want to improve your overall health and feel great every day, you may decide keto is the right choice for you....
Natural beef jerky is a terrific on-the-go snack that is actually healthy for you too! Delicious, nutritious, and ultra-convenient, the only question you may be asking is where can I find high-quality jerky near me? Another important question is why is beef jerky so good – and how do I choose the right products?...
If you are a fitness buff, you likely eat (or drink) protein for fitness. However, if you’re like us, you’ve likely encountered one persistent problem when drinking the shakes – protein powder clumps. Not only are these a complete turn off, they are nearly impossible to avoid! There are many expensive products sold to...
Beef jerky and other dried meat snacks have been long-time favorites for athletes and active, on-the-go snackers. But beef jerky and meat stick recipes vary widely, ranging from healthy and packed with lean protein to salty and full of sugar. If your diet goals include a caloric intake designed for muscle building, and/or your...
Protein bars have taken over grocery stores, convenience stores, and are marketed everywhere as “nutrition on-the-go”. Like all foods, there are advantages and disadvantages of protein bars. They are not all as “healthy” as you may think. Pros and Cons of Protein Bars When weighing the advantages and disadvantages of protein bars, we found...
The following list contains 10 foods you should avoid completely (or consume only rarely) and 10 foods should eat – or at least foods 10 you can work into your diet as replacements. What’s on the healthy and unhealthy food list? Read on to find out: Fast Food: Fast food will slow you down...
Often we talk about calories in a negative way, but if you are an athlete or active person, you know calories equal energy! This means that you need to eat the right amount of calories for optimal energy and performance levels. Your caloric intake should be based on your body’s muscle content. The stronger...
It is a universal truth that what we eat will impact our health and well-being in a very profound way. The nutrients we take in will fuel us through our busy days, wherever those days end up taking us. So, for all of us, eating the right foods is absolutely essential. For those of...
If you’re the type of vacationer who wants to stay active and see the landscape, why not plan the vacation of your dreams! This year, try something different and get away from the big cities and out into nature! This is the summer for vacationing on the trails. Getting out and getting your blood...
So you’re finally taking some time off to go on that road trip you’ve been dreaming about for years! A road trip is an exciting adventure whether you’re heading out on your own, stopping to see friends and meet new people on the way to your destination (if you have one!), or packing up...