Smoothie Bowl Food Autopsy Alert
The Crime: That beautiful smoothie bowl you saw on Instagram isn’t bad for you, but all those fancy beautiful toppings can make you guilty of D.U.I. (Dining Under the Illusion). They can add up quickly and before you know it, what began as an innocent breakfast can stack up to a whopping 800-850 calories! Even though your toppings may come […]
Quinoa vs. Sorghum for High Fiber
Quinoa had its time to shine, now there’s a new whole grain I’m obsessing about– sorghum. Sorghum’s mild sweet flavor can easily be subbed for quinoa. Just like fluffy quinoa, this tasty chewy whole grain has a relatively high protein content, making it a great choice for a plant-based meal. It’s gluten-free, but contains TWICE the amount of fiber as […]
Beef vs. Beans: Which Is the Better Protein?
Beans and beef — both these bad boys boast high levels of muscle-building protein. But how do they compare when it comes to feeling full and satisfied after a meal? A recent study[1], had participants eat a slice of beef meatloaf (we’re talkin’ the size of a deck of cards), which contained 26 grams of protein and only 3 grams […]
