Metabolism is the process our bodies go through to turn food into energy, which we need not only for things like walking and running, but also for activities like sustaining brain function, regulating body temperature, and generating new cells. It’s no surprise, then, that what we eat is a major determining factor in how much…
The key to healthy eating practices is about both quality and quantity. We all know what quality entails: eating more fruits, vegetables and lean protein, and indulging in fewer desserts, sodas and chips. However, quantity is the other, very important half of the equation. When it comes to ensuring you don’t overeat, you might picture…
When it comes to exercise and eating healthfully, routine can be your best friend. During the week, you probably eat similar meals at similar times each day, go to sleep and wake up at a consistent hour, and exercise more or less on a schedule. However, when the weekend hits, “being good” can sometimes go…
Which is better, three square meals or eating small meals throughout the day and including snacks? Diets have changed as our lifestyles have evolved and with hectic schedules, sometimes it’s difficult to sit down to three full meals each day. On the flip side, you want to avoid waiting so long to eat that you…
