The first word that comes to mind when the word protein is mentioned is ‘meat’. Meat can include beef, pork, fish, poultry, and eggs. All animal meats are excellent sources of protein, some even have other sources of added nutrients such as iron. However, a commonly forgotten protein source is plant protein. Plants can also …
For more than a decade there has been an ongoing debate arguing that organic products are better than non-organic. Both products have their pros and cons, but the biggest concern with consumers is the cost. While your organic red apple may be as red and blemish free as your non-organic red apple, the non-organic is …
With Thanksgiving only days away, recipe planning and grocery shopping is at its peak. Before you head out this week with your grocery list, see if you can stock up on low carb alternatives to your favorite Thanksgiving dishes. A low carb plate alternative to a traditional plate can still be satisfying, such as stuffing, cranberry relish, …
All vegetables are carbohydrates, but you’d be amazed to hear how much lower they are in carbohydrates than grain products. Root vegetables are excellent sources of vitamins, but some rank better than others in terms of calories, fiber and carbohydrate content. Turnip: 1 cup 46 calories 8g carb 2g fiber 5g sugar 1g protein *high in vitamin C, …
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