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Have you ever felt so overwhelmed with all of the information out there telling you how to eat well? There are so many questions we ask ourselves when preparing or planning meals: Do I have enough protein? Am I getting all of my nutrients? Will this keep me full? Is this going to taste good and be satisfying?  Here at Nutrition Stripped, we’ve “stripped” eating well down to a simple framework — which we call the Foundational Five — that you can follow at each meal. No counting macros. No need to eliminate foods from your diet. And no fancy fads. In this blog, you’ll learn why you should use the Foundational Five framework when preparing your meals and how it can help make you more consistent with your healthy eating habits. Why the Foundational Five Framework Works for Everyday Life I’m so excited to share my simple checkbox system I’ve been using for almost a decade with thousands of clients, with you because it’s going to help you feel so much more confident and at ease w...

Kickstarting intermittent fasting during COVID-19 lockdown! Wait…it can be a bad idea. Intermittent fasting is the style of eating that includes having food at certain time limits and this has gained popularity in recent times pertaining to the health benefits it has. If you are still planning about ‘ Kickstarting intermittent fasting during COVID-19 lockdown!’ Rethink… This might not be the right time to do it. Here we tell you why… As per the current situations due to the nationwide lockdown, people are forced to self isolate themselves with people hoarding the groceries, it is not the right time to start fasting. The need of the present hour is that we should strengthen our immune system. If you are looking forward to fasting then make sure you keep yourself hydrated and ensure eating at regular intervals. Why Fasting is not a good idea right now… It is observed that if you are used to munching snacks all day and suddenly you go into the fasting zone, this can be harmful for y...

If you’re missing that frothy coffee house latte this ultra-creamy Cinnamon Coconut Latte will fill that void for a fraction of the cost! Plus it leaves you satisfied longer thanks to the addition of blood sugar-stabilizing fats. Better coffee = A better day I don’t know about you, but my morning cup of coffee can … Read More The post Cinnamon Coconut Latte appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.

Top Reasons Behind Belly Fat Hello All, With the Covid-19 lockdown going on, the worst thing happening at home is ‘increasing belly fat’. Right! Let us discuss about… Know The Top 8 Reasons Behind Your Belly Fat Belly fat not just looks bad but is also unhealthy. It is risk factor for diseases like metabolic syndrome, heart disease , cancer and type 2 diabetes. Medically, this unhealthy fat in the belly is called visceral fat. Even people who weigh normal but have excess belly fat have a higher risk of health problems. Reasons Behind Belly Fat 1) Sugary foods and beverages Many people consume more sugar than they realize. High-sugar foods are not just candies and cakes but also healthy stuff like frozen yogurt. Sugary soft drinks and tea sweetened with sugar are also culprits. 2) Alcohol Alcohol is not always harmful. When something like red wine is consumed in moderate amounts it can lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. However, moderation is the key, high amounts ...

Things to be careful about while using face masks  In the current situation of the pandemic, face masks have become the urgent need of the hour. It is highly recommended for any person stepping outside the house to cover the face. But another observation that has been popularly seen is that people are not aware of what’s the real way of using the masks. Improper usage will be equal to no use at all. A proper face covering should comfortably fit your face and should be secured with ties. It should have multiple layers of fabric for protection but at  the same time should allow breathing.  DIY Face masks  It is highly recommended that face coverings should be used at places of social gathering like grocery shops ,milk vendors etc. Face coverings made out of simple fabric can also be used because you can’t be sure if the person you are dealing with is affected or not, he might be infected without even knowing himself. Thus, prevention is always better. The N95 mask...

Any night of the week can become ‘Taco Tuesday’ when you’re serving up this delicious (and budget-friendly) Healthy Taco Hot Dish! We’ve taken all of the best flavors of one of our favorite handheld foods and combined them into one cozy hot dish (that’s Midwestern speak for ‘casserole’, dontcha know?) This post was created in collaboration … Read More The post Healthy Taco Hot Dish appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.

Don’t even think about tossing out those overripe bananas! Here are 12 delicious and healthy recipes that call for brown, spotted bananas. Think muffins, waffles, smoothies, and more! All of the recipes listed are easy to make, gluten-free, and meal-prep friendly! Overripe bananas = endless possibilities Whether you’re one who purchases a bunch of bananas … Read More The post 12 Delicious Ways to Use Overripe Bananas appeared first on The Real Food Dietitians.