Why Is It So Hard To Stick To A Diet?

Why Is It So Hard To Stick To A Diet?

Nutrition

Healthy eating is something we all know we’re supposed to do, but sticking to it can feel like a monumental challenge. Why is it so hard to stick to a diet? Why is it that so many people start with the best intentions, only to find themselves slipping back into old...
Why Do I Feel Hungry? Understanding Your Hunger

Why Do I Feel Hungry? Understanding Your Hunger

Nutrition

If you have ever tried to diet, you have almost certainly asked yourself “why do I feel hungry?” This is either a more general question, aimed at understanding hunger more generally, or it is a more targeted question where you are trying to actually...
You Eat To Live, Not Live To Eat

You Eat To Live, Not Live To Eat

Nutrition

I am a big fan of memorable aphorisms, metaphors, stories and parables. They help to simplify bigger ideas and concepts and help get to the core of the message. One such aphorism that I really enjoy is “you eat to live, not live to eat”. It is quite a...
Understanding Diet Quality

Understanding Diet Quality

Nutrition

We have been discussing things from more of a quantitative perspective so far in this article series. You now know HOW much you should eat, but we also have to discuss WHAT you should be eating. This “what” aspect, we will call the qualitative aspect (e.g. the diet...
The 10 Most Common Protein Myths

The 10 Most Common Protein Myths

Nutrition

Unfortunately, there are a lot of protein myths floating around the health and fitness industry. When it comes to nutrition, protein often steals the spotlight. It’s essential for muscle growth, repair, and countless other functions in the body. Whether you’re...
How to Make a Healthy, High Protein Chocolate Mug Cake

How to Make a Healthy, High Protein Chocolate Mug Cake

Nutrition

If you’re craving something chocolatey and indulgent but want to keep it quick, simple, and tasty, a healthy, high protein chocolate mug cake is the perfect solution.  This delicious treat is made in the microwave and ready in just a few minutes. Plus, it...