Protein is an essential macronutrient for building lean muscle mass and so there’s no disputing the fact that protein shakes are an important tool for fitness gains and fat loss.

Not only does a protein shake meal replacement take only a few minutes to prepare, it keeps you on point with your nutrition while making it easy to avoid unhealthy fast food alternatives for a quick meal.

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Like the majority of Americans, Greek yogurt is also an immigrant and landed in the good old U.S. of A. around 10 years ago. Since then, the dairy product has rightfully earned itself a spot as consistent healthy breakfast idea—and it’s easy to see why.

Moms don't always know best!

In season two of Revenge Body With Khloe Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian is back and better than ever. On this week's episode, she's helping Melody get sweet, sweet revenge on mommy dearest. But, of course, in a healthy and cathartic way.

When you think of exercise, what immediately comes to mind?

Going out for a jog? Sweating it out on the spin bike at the gym? Or maybe loading up weight at the squat rack? What about a resistance band workout?

All of those classify as exercise, but they serve different purposes.

Written by Adda Bjarnadottir, MS on June 4, 2017

Many whole foods that are high in carbs are incredibly healthy and nutritious.

On the other hand, refined or simple carbs have had most of the nutrients and fiber removed.

Eating refined carbs is linked to drastically increased risk of many diseases, including obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.