3 “Bad” Foods that are Good for You

I keep wishing that one day, someone will tell me that I can eat all the honey buns I want and still stay healthy… and since that’ll never be the case, I did find peace in knowing that there are some “bad” foods that actually aren’t so bad. And if you’re dying to know which “bad” foods you can eat, take a look below:

Eggs- Ditch any worries about your egg intake! Eggs are nutritious and fit into your cholesterol range daily (if you stick to two a day).

Nuts- Nuts are packed with protein, fiber, and fat– but good fat! Stick with healthier nuts like almonds, walnuts and cashews. And throw some into your morning yogurt to add some flavor.

Chocolate- Some people ‘cringe’ at the thought of chocolate (because they think it’s fattening) but chocolate comes from a plant and has the same health benefits as dark vegetables. So add a piece of chocolate into your day sometimes!

Try Something New! Foods You Might Like

Are you a dare-devil when it comes to trying new food, or are you a plain Jane? I’m more of a plain Jane, but this year, I’ve decided to try some new things. As long as a dish is made up of foods that I like, why not try it in a different mixture? Here are three items that I suggest you try this year:

Baked Oatmeal: Imagine your morning oatmeal fresh out of the oven. Not only does baking oatmeal reduce the watery outcome, but it gives it a more homemade flavor; plus, you can add berries, walnuts, or peanut butter to make an awesome filling.

Frozen Banana Ice Cream: Ever had banana ice cream that’s made only from bananas? All you have to do is freeze the banana; whip it up in a food processor, and wa-la! It turns into a custardy dessert.

Roasted Beet Sandwiches: Dress this veggie up with some avocado, greens, and goat cheese on some soft bread and you have a healthy sandwich. I’m not a fan of beets, so I doubt I’ll try this one, but if you like them, by all means go for it!

I’m going to try that banana ice cream when I go home. And hopefully my baked apple cinnamon oatmeal will come out good in the morning!

Chicken Noodle Soup is the New Gatorade

Who said that chicken noodle soup was just a food for people with the flu? According to a study from the American College of Sports Medicine, eating chicken noodle soup before exercising is more effective at improving fluid balance than electrolyte beverages and water.

I’m thinking that chicken noodle soup can now replace sports drinks that contain electrolytes; although they contain that key ingredients to help keep us properly hydrated, it’s still loaded with sugar, which defeats the whole purpose of working out ( right?).

The question that comes to mind now is now is how can chicken noodle soup be better than electrolyte beverages that were created solely for improving hydration? The answer is sodium. High concentrations of sodium can cause us to retain water and reduce urine output.

So I guess you better go stack up on some Campbell’s.

Great Skin Tips

Health.com has a quick and easy slide-show to pick up some easy hints on how to care for you skin better. A lot of things in products that you would think are good for you skin may be working at cross-purposes, so with the tips in hand, you can check labels and make the right decisions. Personally, I try to at least rinse my face every day, but my skin is hypersensitive, and both oily and dry. Yes, its a lot of fun trying to keep it happy and glowing. Add rosacea to the mix for more fun redness, and it’s the perfect recipe for disaster. Luckily, I knew some of the skin care advice already, so I don’t have too much to change in my morning routine.

Do you have any special skin care tips that you’d like to share with the rest of us?