Food is becoming more convenient as we become increasingly busier. What we are exactly busy with is up to debate but making good home cooked meals is not one of them anymore. Since the introduction of microwave meals in the 1950’s, processed foods have become a staple in our culture.

Protein is a key macronutrient that we are unable to store in our body. This means you need adequate amounts on a daily basis from your diet. This daily amount increases as we age. Greater intakes of protein are also beneficial during weight loss, weight gain, or while healing from an injury.

Small and simple changes over time lead to habitual changes. Unfortunately, small changes don’t come along with quick results. This is the key to their long-term success and the main reason why so many choose the drastic changes that do not last over time.

Many supplements claim that they’ll improve your health to some degree. Supporting heart health, decreasing joint pain, growing muscle, losing weight, the list just goes on and on. If you have an ailment, you can bet there’s a supplement for it.

Everyone wants to eat healthier. But what exactly is healthy food and what isn’t? Some are obvious, but there is a large gray area. Read to find out what makes a food healthy for you and why.

Do you eat three larger meals with snacks, six smaller meals, or maybe even just one big meal each day? Meal frequency and size are often talked about when looking to lose weight. However, can the number of meals you eat each day impact your overall health and wellbeing?

Dietary fiber, it helps us poop and helps us feel full. Most everyone has heard about fiber, and it gets mentioned a lot by healthcare professionals and food companies. But what is fiber, how much do we need, and where do we get it from?