Here’s a breath of fresh air: It’s OK to snack, whether you’re trying to lose weight, maintain weight or just get through the day! In fact, snacking between meals can keep your metabolism humming and your energy and mood steady. Of course, it’s not a total free pass. It’s important to make healthy snack choices that satisfy yet don’t break the calorie bank for the day.
Plan it.
To prevent overeating at meals, fit a morning and afternoon snack into your schedule. Planning your snack means you’ll have a healthy option ready when your stomach rumbles so you don’t pounce on the nearest vending machine or easy-to-grab chip bag. When you’re on the go, keep a healthy snack with you.
Know your taste buds.
If you always crave sweets in the afternoon, plan to have fresh berries, a crisp apple or a juicy tangerine handy. You could even top it off with a small piece of dark chocolate and still be in the safety zone. Or if crunch is what you crave, keep a handful of nuts on call.
Span the food groups.
Nuts and seeds are good sources of protein that keep hunger at bay and offer other important nutrients. Whole grains are high in filling fiber and give you an energy boost from carbohydrates. And fruits and vegetables offer vital nutrients along with fiber. Low-fat dairy is another good choice to boost your daily calcium intake.
Practice portions.
Be careful not to make a snack a meal-size extravaganza. Until you know your portions, measure your snacks and know their calorie content.
Keep it interesting.
Try something new for the ultimate snacking satisfaction. Sample star fruit. Chop up jicama sticks for a crunchy alternative to carrots. Mix up your choice of nuts: Almonds one day, soy nuts the next — or a little of both.
Reliv just made it even easier to snack healthy withRelivables™ Healthy Snack Bars and Soy Nuts. For salty cravings, reach for Relivables Soy Nuts, which are an excellent source of fiber and non-GMO protein, yet are low in sodium and are cholesterol-free with no trans fats.
To satisfy your sweet tooth, indulge in a chocolate-coated granola snack bar or a low-fat cranberry granola snack bar — each packed with fiber, healthy soy protein, whole grains and Pycnogenol®, a powerful anti-inflammatory. Plus these bars contain no trans fats, no high fructose corn syrup, and no cholesterol! Stash these bars in your car, desk or purse for guilt-free goodness at your fingertips.
To Be or Not to Be Gluten Free? ( · Healthy Living Tips )
Over the past decade, gluten-free diets have moved from a relatively unknown concept to a mainstream way of life. Even Oprah went gluten-free for a while - and if she’s doing it, you know it’s only a matter of time before everyone is. But even with an increasing awareness of gluten and the FDA’s recent gluten-free labeling guidelines, many people are still confused about gluten.
Why go gluten-free?
Gluten is a protein found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye. Most notably, gluten causes inflammation of the intestines in those with celiac, a genetic disease. People with celiac disease, gluten allergies or even gluten sensitivity can experience intestinal discomfort, diarrhea and unhealthy weight loss. The protein can even cause reactions in the skin, mouth and lungs of people with a gluten allergy. The best way to alleviate these symptoms is to simply avoid foods containing gluten.
Gluten-Free Risks
Nutritionists do not recommend eliminating gluten from your diet unless you absolutely must. This is because eliminating wheat and related grains can mean missing vital nutrients. Unless these vitamins and minerals are replaced through other foods or nutritional supplements, a gluten-free diet can be risky. These nutrients include:
• Calcium - necessary for bone density and prevention of osteoporosis.
• Folate - contributes to healthy blood glucose and blood pressure levels and helps the body ward of fatigue.
• Iron - necessary for many body functions such as oxygen transport and metabolism.
• Niacin - shown to help the body maintain healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
• Riboflavin - necessary for normal cell function, growth and energy production as well as cognitive function.
• Thiamin - involved in numerous body functions, including nervous system and muscle functioning.
Wheat Substitutes
You can substitute wheat flour with rice or corn flour. Also try incorporating gluten-free grains quinoa and amaranth into your diet. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables to avoid fiber deficiency as well.
Supplement Solution
One of the easiest ways to ensure you’re getting enough of each nutrient is supplementing with a complete optimal nutrition formula such as Reliv Classic® or Reliv Now®. Both are gluten-free and contain beneficial nutrients for a healthy gluten-free diet.
Other Reliv nutritional products that are gluten-free include: CardioSentials®, Cellebrate®, GlucAffect®, Innergize!®, Reliv Now® for Kids, ProVantage®, ReversAge®, Slimplicity®, SoySentials® and 24KTM.
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My Story: Bill and Nina Jean Guilford ( · My Story )
Name: Bill and Nina Jean Guilford Hometown: Alpharetta, GA Current Gigs: Part-time best business practice consultant, Part time Reliv (Bill). Retired nurse, Full-time Reliv (Nina Jean)
Reliv Regimen: We love it all! If Dr. Carl makes it, we take it! Hitting the Ground Running: “We’re very athletic. Nina Jean is a triathlete and together we’ve been training for a 10K and a century ride. At 53, I play basketball and baseball with guys half my age,” Bill says.
Common Connection: “Sports has been our biggest passion point with people. We set up our table at athletic events and hand out samples of Innergize® and 24K™. Reliv can help people who are ill, but it can also help people who are healthy and athletic.” Smooth Sailing: Bill explains, “Because of Reliv, we have the financial freedom and flexibility to spend more time with family and pursue our favorite hobby, sailing.”
Reliv Regimen: We love it all! If Dr. Carl makes it, we take it! Hitting the Ground Running: “We’re very athletic. Nina Jean is a triathlete and together we’ve been training for a 10K and a century ride. At 53, I play basketball and baseball with guys half my age,” Bill says.
Common Connection: “Sports has been our biggest passion point with people. We set up our table at athletic events and hand out samples of Innergize® and 24K™. Reliv can help people who are ill, but it can also help people who are healthy and athletic.” Smooth Sailing: Bill explains, “Because of Reliv, we have the financial freedom and flexibility to spend more time with family and pursue our favorite hobby, sailing.”
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