There are certain foods we all know we should eat more often: leafy vegetables, eggs, wild salmon, etc. But often times, we don't know the reasons why they are good for us. And without educating ourselves on these facts, it might make it easier to overlook implementing them into our diet. Here's a list of seven foods you should try to prioritize when planning your meals. Don't just take my word for it, take the time to learn WHY these foods are superstars.
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What Would Neeks Order at Popular Fast Food Chains?
Fact: Occasionally everyone has to turn to a popular fast food chain for a quick meal. But despite the fact that these chains often do offer up less than ideal meal options, it doesn't mean you can't make smarter decisions when eating there from time to time. Here's a guide to show you what meal options … Continue reading What Would Neeks Order at Popular Fast Food Chains?
#Perspective: Would You Let a Little “Rice & Oil” Derail You?
Here's a question: Would you let less than 1 cup of rice and tops 2 tsp of oil screw up or derail you from your weeks of good work? No. I know I wouldn't. And when you consider a lot of popular sweets from this perspective, you might learn to look at them a little … Continue reading #Perspective: Would You Let a Little “Rice & Oil” Derail You?
Meal Prep: Life Happened. I Ran out of…
Ran Out of Protein Ran out of Chicken Breast (Lean Protein) Need 4 oz... 3 oz Can of Tuna in Water + 1 Light String Cheese Stick ( 30g P, 0g C, 2gF) Turkey Breast cold cut (2.5 servings - Usually 4-6 slices per serving) (28g P, 0g C, 1g F) *4 Slices per … Continue reading Meal Prep: Life Happened. I Ran out of…
Estimate Macros like an Engineer
Protein Visuals Foster Farms Chicken Breasts, Boneless Skinless (10 lb. Total Weight) macro Breakdown 6 packs with 2-3 Chicken Breasts per bag: meaning on average, each one will be 11oz raw and 8.2 oz cooked (25% water weight reduction) = 70g protein and 4 g fat per cooked chicken breast. 0 grams of protein 0 … Continue reading Estimate Macros like an Engineer
Neeks Tip – Diets vs. Lifestyle Changes
Let's be real. Anyone who's struggled to follow a diet can probably identify with the above cycle. You start strong but when temptation or "real life" happens, you break your diet and sometimes, may even end up binge eating and feeling super guilty about it afterwards. I definitely struggled with this myself. The good news … Continue reading Neeks Tip – Diets vs. Lifestyle Changes
Watch Out For These Ingredients!
When it comes to food ingredients, it's difficult to simply divide them all into "good" or "bad" categories. That said, there are some ingredients that are definitely worse for you than others. Use this guide to learn which ingredients are the ones I consider to be the "worst offenders." 1. HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP (HFCS)RATING: AVOID ENTIRELY ❌ ❌ ❌ High … Continue reading Watch Out For These Ingredients!