Healthy college cooking guide!

Remember those college days of eating ramen noodles and spaghetti-o’s? Not the healthiest choices but they were cheap and easy right? With so many college students that are more indul about healthy eating and keeping the freshman 15 at bay, there are plenty of ways to eat healthy without leaving your dorm room.

Building the Perfect Salad

We all know by now that we need to eat more veggies, and salads make that easier….thowo some veggies in a bowl, add some dressing and BAM: a veggie centric meal. But, problem is, we often end up starving an hour after eating a salad. Here is how to construct the perfect salad that's both filling and healthy.

What happens when you eat too much sugar?

You might have read or learned enough about nutrition right now to know that sugar is BAD. It is the culprit responsible for the rising rates in childhood obesity, diabetes and inflammation related diseases. Sugar is hidden in so many things now from salad dressings, to condiments, to spices; sometimes you have no idea you are even eating it! THe best advice is to always read the nutrition labels so you can see where the hidden sugar is.

Foods to Avoid for Flat Abs

Everyone is working towards that flat tummy. We do sit ups, and crunches, and pilates, and dance and every possible angle to get the flat tummy. While all of these things can help tighten your midsection, diet is the more important piece of this equation, in fact it is up to 85% of the equation.

How to Eat Healthy On A Budget

In a season where we’re all trying to save a few bucks after splurging on Christmas gifts it’s always a good to know new ways to save a few bucks when shopping for groceries. Believe it or not, it is possible to eat healthy without breaking the bank! Take a look at these tips to save your some green when buying yours.