Sometimes it’s tricky to divine which foods are fads and which are fab. Here are five fab finds for 2019 curated by certified trainer and nutritionist Alexa Uhurek.Lupini BeansLupini BeansThis Mediterranean superfood was used by Roman warriors for fuel thousands of years ago. It’s high in protein and is a great low-carb alternative instead of...
You’re only 60 days away from finally making exercise and clean eating part of your lifestyle.Healthy New You with Katie CorioNew Year’s is approaching fast, and if you’re like 99 percent of the world, part of your resolution is to get fit/lose weight/eat healthy. Unfortunately, the majority of resolutioners will abandon their healthy goals by...
Fire up your diet with this fabulous superfood — dragon fruit.Dragon Fruit SmoothieThough it sounds exotic, dragon fruit — aka pitaya — is now commonplace in most grocery stores. This member of the cactus family has either white or bright pink flesh, and it is the latest superfood being researched for its role in things...
These quick, refreshing, cook-free recipes will keep your body well-fed from morning to night.There’s a lot to love about summer — flip-flops, yoga in the park and lazy days at the beach. What’s not fun is hovering over a hot stove to get a nutritious meal on the table. It’s hard to muster an appetite...
Break through your diet plateau and kick your metabolism into overdrive with this four-week meal plan.Here’s the deal, carbs are good for pretty much one thing — providing energy. And let’s face it, going too long without them can take your workouts from awesome to crummy and leave you feeling like a certified couch potato....
Here’s another reason why this summer staple deserves a place on your plate all year-round.Summer is just not summer without watermelon. This iconic picnic fruit is directly related to cucumbers, pumpkins and gourds, and besides containing a cool 92 percent water, watermelon also boasts a host of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to keep you healthy...
Boost your nutrition with these five refreshing, summertime recipes.Mark Twain said, “When one has tasted watermelon, he knows what the angels eat.” So when’s the last time you indulged in this heavenly fruit? If it’s been a while, make sure to stock up in time for National Watermelon Day, which falls on August 3 this...
This simple recipe from OC4 coach Jen Widerstrom features a savory, satisfying, meaty mix of mushrooms and lean beef. Omit the cheese, if you’re dairy-free.Spicy Stuffed PeppersServes 3Ingredients:3 medium bell peppers (any color) 2 tbsp olive oil1 small onion, chopped1 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste 1/2...
OC4 Coach Karina Smirnoff shares two of her favorite easy seafood recipes that provide the protein you need to fuel healthy muscle growth without extra calories and fat.Zucchini SwordfishServes 2Ingredients:1 large zucchini, sliced into thin, 3-inch strips½ tsp black pepper1 box precut white or oyster mushroomsHandful black olives, chopped1 tbsp canned jalapenos, minced2 1-lb swordfish...
EIC Lara McGlashan plied the Oxygen staff for their favorite go-to recipes that are tasty and clean. Here’s what they came up with. Enjoy!Since this is our annual nutrition issue, I plied our staff for their favorite go-to recipes that are tasty and clean. Here’s what they came up with. Enjoy! ...