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WEBE Wellness: Maple Syrup In Coffee??

WEBE Wellness: Maple Syrup In Coffee??

If you like your morning coffee sweetened, instead of grabbing sugar, grab something else – maple syrup!

A new study shows that there are lot of health benefits to using syrup – you get antioxidants that boost immunity and help with inflammation that you don’t get from refined sugar.

You’ll also find better blood sugar levels, which can help avoid diabetes. Plus, the study found that when people switched from sugar to maple syrup, their blood pressure dropped, they lost weight and had less harmful bacteria, so their digestion improved.

But the only catch is that it needs to be real maple syrup – Log Cabin won’t cut it.

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WEBE Wellness: The Best Fruit For Your Bones

WEBE Wellness: The Best Fruit For Your Bones

When you go for fresh fruit, it’s usually because you want a quick and healthier snack option. But did you know there’s a fruit that can help you with your bones? Next time you’re in the produce aisle, grab some prunes.

Prunes are rich in minerals, vitamin K, phenolic compounds, and dietary fiber—all which may be able to help counter some of the effects of osteoporosis.

However, while prunes may be known for their superfruit status, they can be high in sugar. Always pay attention to serving sizes and try a combination of prunes with a fat or protein to prevent a spike in blood sugar.

Since they’re so portable it’s convenient to snack on any time of day. But you can mix them trail mix, salad, or your favorite yogurt.

You can also put them on top of pizza – they mix well with arugula and balsamic vinegar.

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WEBE Wellness: Eat This For Weight Loss

WEBE Wellness: Eat This For Weight Loss

You know the old saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But it also may be the most important meal for weight loss – if you’re eating the right breakfast. And eggs may be one of best weight loss foods of all!

They’re high in protein, which helps build muscle, and they’re low in carbs, but still satisfying, so you won’t feel the need to snack in between meals, which means you’ll consume less calories.

And speaking of calories, they’re low in that too! Two eggs and a piece of toast will give you less calories than some energy bars.

Plus, you’ll get a lot of great vitamins in each egg – including D and B12, plus iron to help keep your energy up throughout the day.

They’ll also help out balancing your blood sugar and insulin levels, and they won’t negatively affect your cholesterol.

And the best part of all? You don’t even need to only have them at breakfast – a hard-boiled egg makes a great snack, and you can prepare a bunch at a time.

When it comes to losing weight, go grab an egg!

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WEBE Wellness: The Healthiest Canned Foods

WEBE Wellness: The Healthiest Canned Foods

You want to eat healthy tonight, but don’t have time to run to the supermarket? No problem – if your shelves are stocked for quick, nutritious meals.

Canned food doesn’t have to just be full of sugars and sodium – there are some healthy ones to keep on hand that are just as healthy as non-canned counterparts – a good rule of thumb is find stuff that has the fewest number of ingredients – and, in a pinch, keep these non-perishables in your pantry:

Black beans are loaded with fiber and can be used in everything from soups to burritos – just make sure to rinse them first.

Peaches are great for topping yogurts or using instead of syrup for pancakes and ice cream – look for ones that are packed in their own juice.

Crushed tomatoes can be use in everything from soup to pasta, and are packed with nutrients – to keep healthy, look for cans with “no salt added.”

Fall is around the corner, and pumpkin is loaded with vitamins, fiber, and is great in smoothies.

Salmon in a can will last longer than more expensive fresh salmon and can be a salad topper or even formed into patties.

Artichoke hearts are loaded with good carbs, vitamins, and antioxidants, and are a fun pizza topping or appetizer.

So, if you’re looking to eat healthier, check out the can aisle!

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