9 Ways to Eat Healthily (and Cheaply)
A recent study found that eating 2,000 calories' worth of junk food per day costs less than one-tenth as much as buying 2,000 calories' worth of healthy, nutrient-dense cuisine. It is possible, however, to eat healthily while saving money. Here are nine tips for getting the most nutritional bang for your buck.
Recipe: Low-Cal Spinach Dip
The temperature is rising and the season for barbecues and picnics is in full swing. If you're looking for something to bring to the neighborhood potluck, try this healthy twist on a party classic. Delicious with crudités or (for bonus presentation points) served in a hollowed-out round loaf of whole-grain bread.
Summer Reading: 3 Book Reviews
I'm going to go out on a limb here and assume you're thiiiiiis close to reaching your summer fitness goals. That means you're almost ready to hit the beach, pool, or front lawn in that sexy new bathing suit and let the world see what you're made of. Lounging around and looking fabulous does get a little boring, doesn't it? Beachbody
The Down-Low on Dairy
Milk: Does it really do a body good? Most of us are familiar with this advertising catchphrase. It's also one of the most parodied slogans in history. A quick headline search reveals a slew of send-ups, ranging from the straightforward to the sarcastic. Whether or not we should consume dairy products is one of the most common dietary issues in the news, yet there still doesn't seem to be a definitive answer. Let's take a look at the pros and cons of dairy.
5 Tips for Getting More Whole Fruit in Your Diet
All right, so no processed sugar. High-fructose corn syrup is definitely out of the question. And now science is proving that artificially sweetened sodas are bad for us. What's someone with a sweet tooth to do? The answer is the fruit, the whole fruit, and nothing but the fruit.
Big Breakfasts for Big Results
It seems like forever since Mom told us breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but one study shows it's actually trueâshe wasn't just nagging us. So what's the big deal about breakfast? And what is a big breakfast anyway? It doesn't seem like the lumberjack special at the local diner would do much to get the pounds off, so what should we be eating?
Gaining Mass with P90X
Guys have a thing for mass. It's hard to explain, really, but boys seem to grow up wanting nothing more than to be big. Guys want speedboats and trucks, and they want to look like the Hulk, regardless of what their wives may think of green skin. If this sounds like you, here's the article you've been looking for: customizing P90X
Recipe: Fresh Pea Soup
Ever wonder why you rarely see fresh peas in the produce section of your supermarket? That's because the harvest season for fresh peas is exceptionally short, which is why they're usually found either frozen or canned. But if you hurry now, you can get fresh shelling peas from your local farmers' market before the season ends. Here's a delicious summer recipe for fresh pea soup.
Tony's Tips: Listen to Your Body
Here's a classic piece of Tony Horton advice that's so important it bears repeating: Listen to your body. It's never a good idea to get so caught up in preprinted schedules and menus that you fail to hear what your body's telling you about which part of your body to focus on, when to modify an exercise, and when to take a day off.
For the Love of Garlic
Garlic has long been touted as a super-healthy food, and there are many groups, fan clubs, festivals, restaurants, and even the whole town of Gilroy, California, devoted to this beloved "stinking rose." It's also supposed to ward off vampires, but let's leave that for the Twilight set. We here at Beachbody
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Recipe: Classic Hummus
Hummus is a healthy party staple that's easy to make and delicious to eat. If you're planning a big get-together, you can save a lot of money on this crowd pleaser by making it from scratch rather than heading to the expensive deli section. Leftover hummus makes a great spread for sandwiches and wraps, too.