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Month: August 2020

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Back to School (Not Just for Kids)

August 25, 2020

The school bell has rung for fall 2020 and kids and adults are looking for simple ways to get back in the groove and fuel in a hurry! And that’s more than just a brown-bag lunch, it really includes a protein packed breakfast, a nutrient-rich lunch and snacks to keep you energized throughout the day!… Read More Back to School (Not Just for Kids)

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Back-to-School Brown Bag Twists with Beefshi

August 19, 2020

This post is in partnership with The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) , a contractor to the Beef Checkoff Let’s face it, back-to-school is going to look a liiiiiiitle different this year and more kids than ever will be brown-bag-lunching it on a daily basis! As the lunch-maker in the house, this could cause some… Read More Back-to-School Brown Bag Twists with Beefshi

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    Nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. There Nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. There are some basic building blocks that when followed, can help us live healthier lives. Check them out:
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🍞 Carbohydrates: Choose whole grain or complex carbohydrates whenever possible such as brown rice, quinoa or oats
🍗 Protein: Choose lean meat like beef chicken without the skin and fish
🥑 Fats: Try to stick with monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats such as avocados, nuts, and nut butters, seeds, fatty fish and unsaturated oils like olive, avocado, Canola, grapeseed, etc.
🥦 Vegetables: Eat veggies as often as you can - look for creative ways to add them to all means and snacks
🍓 Fruits: They’re loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber - try to get at least 2 servings a day
🥤 Fluid: Stay hydrated - Carry a water bottle with you at school and work
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Want more tips like this? Check out The Sports Nutrition Playbook at the link in bio.
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#rd #sportsrd #sportsnutrition #fuel #nationalnutritionmonth #TheSportsNutritionPlaybook
    March is National Nutrition Month! This year the A March is National Nutrition Month! This year the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics wants you to “Personalize Your Plate”. As individuals and families, there are some easy ways to add nutrient-rich foods to your everyday routine. Try out these tips:
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👨‍🍳 Cook your meals at home. You control the quality of ingredients, salt and fat on your plate.
🌈 Eat the rainbow. Each color of fruits and vegetables packs a unique nutrient group. Eating a variety a day can help insure you are getting the nutrients you need!
🍞 Swap white pasta, bread and rice for their whole grain counterpart. Say hello to more fiber, protein and nutrients. 
📝 Make a plan. Sit down each week and plan out your meals. Having a plan means there is a less of a chance of stopping for takeout on the way home. You’ll also be saving time and money.
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What are some tips you use to eat healthier each week?
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#rd #nationalnutritionmonth #simpleswaps #healthyhabits
    We all know that the internet, especially social m We all know that the internet, especially social media is filled with tons of diet talk, most inaccurate and too difficult to follow long term. It can be hard to tell the myths from the truths. Well, this week on the blog we are debunking some of the most common diet myths from juicing to cleanses to cutting out carbs. Do they work? Are they worth it? Might they set you back further?
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Check it out at the link in my bio.
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#rd #nationalnutritionmonth #stand4science #healthyhabits #balance #moderation
    If you know me at all, you know I love peanut butt If you know me at all, you know I love peanut butter. Who doesn’t? I mean creamy, salty, peanutty goodness? Am I right? Well, for anyone out there like me, today is our day! 
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🥜 Happy National Peanut Butter Lovers Day! While I eat peanut butter on most anything, my favorite is mixed in oatmeal! It adds protein and health fat and keeps me satisfied all morning! What’s your favorite way to eat peanut butter? (Beside off a spoon of course!)
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#rd #nationalnutritionmonth #peanutbutter #peanutbutterlover #nationalpeanutbutterloversday
    Tomorrow starts National Nutrition Month! As we lo Tomorrow starts National Nutrition Month! As we look forward to the future of nutrition, it's also important to look at where we've come from! I recently joined Jeff Ostroff and his Looking Forward podcast to talk all things past, current and future trends in nutrition. What's coming? What should you be looking for? How does it affect you? 

Check out the podcast at the link in bio!

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    If you are anything like me then you are constantl If you are anything like me then you are constantly on the go. You need a snack you can just throw in your gym bag to help fuel you throughout the day. Well, this week’s tip from the Sports Nutrition Playbook is giving you some easy ideas for snacks to pack in your gym bag or purse. Check them out:
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Trail mix
Nuts
Granola
Beef/turkey jerky
Energy bars with no coating
Whole grain granola bars
Peanut butter crackers
Peanut butter filled pretzels
Popcorn
Pretzels
Sports drinks
Water
Homemade energy bites or bar
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What is your favorite gym bag snack?
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#rd #sportsrd #fuel #fuelingsnacks #TheSportsNutritionPlaybook
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