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What’s So Healthy About Avocado Oil?

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It doesn’t take much digging to figure out that most of the oils we eat in this country are fantastically poor choices. There’s the heavy processing to consider as well as the GMO sourcing, the rancidity, and dramatic omega fatty acid imbalance to name a few unsavory points.  source Sure, we make different choices in our own kitchens, but sometimes we find ourselves wishing we could recreate a certain taste in a Primal version of an old favorite recipe or just find a better flavor in one of our new favorite Primal meals. As a result, even the most Primally devout among us are on the lookout for the healthiest choices with the right practical adaptability. (And, oh yeah, good taste…) In the interest of relishing our food while respecting our bodies, we hunt down lesser appreciated alternatives. Plus, there’s just something fun about undermining the status quo to support worthy culinary underdogs. One of the great “finds” of my Primal journey has undoubtedly ...

5-Minute Breakfasts That Are Actually Healthy

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Seriously, you have no excuse for hitting the drive-thru If your idea of a grab-and-go breakfast is a bowl of cereal or a granola bar, prepare to have your mind blown. You can make a pretty impressive morning meal that’s actually good for you in five minutes or less. Still skeptical? Check out these tasty, time-saving recipes—all under 400 calories! Peanut Butter -Strawberry Wrap Who says wraps are just for lunch? Bonus:  The peanut butter will help keep mid-day cravings at bay . Get the Peanut Butter-Strawberry Wrap recipe.   Raspberry  Yogurt  Parfait   Save yourself the calories and cash that you would waste at the bagel shop by having this light, refreshing pick instead. Get the Raspberry Yogurt Parfait recipe.   Ricotta Swirl This yummy treat packs a whopping 29 grams of protein! Get ready to be way more productive at work.  Get the Ricotta Swirl recipe.   Blueberry and Peanut Butter Pancake IHOP has nothing on you. This better-for-yo...

Best Healthy Nuts and Seeds for Weight Loss

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Boost your energy with healthy super foods Although energy dense and therefore high in calories , nuts and seeds can in fact be beneficial for weight loss .  Both of these foods are high in fibre and protein making them a filling snack option that will keep you satiated for a long time.  Not only this, but nuts and seeds are packed full of nutrients , making them a health super food, and hugely more nutritious than other popular snack foods. Due to the high calorie content, it is important to keep portion sizes small if weight loss is your goal.  A small handful per day is sufficient to provide you with nutritional benefits and  fight off hunger , without consuming too many calories. Health benefits of nuts and seeds Rich in fibre and protein Nuts and seeds are not only rich in fibre and protein , but also in numerous other nutrients.  They contain high levels of mono and polyunsaturated fats, which are important for heart health and can lower cholesterol lev...

How to Cook Healthier Meals

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Learn how to cook smarter and healthier If you are someone who enjoys food and cooking, but still want to watch your weight and eat healthy nutritious foods , it can sometimes be difficult to find a balance between the foods you love to cook and the diet you are supposed to be following.  Food often seems to fall into one of two categories (this is the general belief), the delicious – but calorie and fat laden, or the healthy - low calorie but completely boring and tasteless. Fortunately, watching your weight does not mean you have to give up cooking and eating your favourite meals and dishes .  With a few simple modifications in cooking techniques and ingredients, most dishes can be modified to improve their nutritional value and lower their fat and calories without losing too much of their flavour.  Whilst some things are more difficult to make healthier than others, if you are a keen cook, this is a great opportunity to expand your skills and experiment with differe...