Sleep is important. It allows your body to recover, but also to perform vital metabolic processes — such as the cleanup of toxic proteins in the brain, a mouse study showed. And of course, during REM sleep, your “sleeping” brain is very busy consolidating short-term memories into long-term memories. Unsurprisingly, lack of…
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When you’re trying to add more protein to your diet, eggs are a popular go-to — especially at breakfast. But if you’re looking to change it up (or don’t eat eggs at all) you can still get the important macronutrient with these healthy recipes for overnight oats, pancakes, smoothies and more for under 450 calories per serving….
from BiProUSA prep time: 20-minutes serving size: 12 (1 crepe) protein amount: 11-15 grams Ingredients 1 cup of all-purpose flour 2 scoops unflavored BiPro 1 1/2 cups of low-fat milk 2 eggs 1 tsp olive oil nonstick spray Directions In a blender combine flour, BiPro, milk, eggs and olive…
For your next lunch, ditch the turkey wrap and grab this loaded Mexican burrito from I Can’t Believe It’s Not Fattening instead. It’s packed with hearty turkey breast, crisp lettuce and cheesy goodness, all bundled up in a wholesome whole-wheat tortilla. Ingredients 4 ounces turkey breast meat, sliced into strips 1/2…
For some couples, it’s totally natural to hit the gym together, while others can’t imagine working out with their partner, ever. But science suggests there’s something to the saying that ‘couples who sweat together stay together.’ As it turns out, exercising with your significant other isn’t just good for the…
“Superfood” is a popular buzzword you’ve probably seen on health blogs, in grocery stores, and from well-meaning friends. And every year, there’s a new trending “superfood”. Whether the latest fad is a rare fruit from the Amazon or a seed that cures every disease known to man, most superfoods build…
Read this month’s newsletter! Not sure what to eat or drink after you workout? Studies have shown that drinking chocolate milk post-workout helps refuel your body the best. Read more about it by clicking the link below. Also make a delicious dinner with the recipe of the month. July newsletter…
These tacos are bursting with bold flavors. Remove the seeds and membrane of the jalapeño if your family prefers a milder flavor, or just omit the jalapeño. Queso fresco is a mild, crumbly Mexican cheese that can be found in many major supermarkets. If you can’t find it, feta is…
Check out this month’s newsletter! Read how a vegetarian diet can help you build muscle. Try a new recipe that is packed with lots of protein for your morning meal. Want to get Dad in shape this summer?! See our promotion inside! Call or visit Say Fitness to book your…
This hearty and healthy whole-grain risotto is packed with protein and loaded with family-friendly flavors Ingredients -2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil -1 medium yellow onion -1 garlic clove, minced -1 cup short grain brown rice, dry -2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, divided -1 teaspoon fresh rosemary -3 tablespoons fresh…