Early Bird

Eating fresh fruits and veggies on a daily basis is extremely important these days, and if you’re struggling to find them at your local supermarket, make sure to get there early and opt for long-lasting foods.

Frozen Foods     

Many people are stocking on canned goods right now, but if you have enough room in your fridge, go for frozen fruits and veggies instead, because you can use them to make much healthier meals.

Healthy Snacks

With so many kinds of nuts on the market, you shouldn’t struggle to find a healthier alternative to Pringles and Doritos while you’re in quarantine.

Cooking Time            

There’s nothing quite like a home-cooked meal, and social distancing will give you just enough time to try some new healthy recipes.

Meal Prepping

Planning your meals is also a good idea because you’ll be able to avoid impulsive eating and organize your day a little bit better.

The post Best Ways to Add Healthy Food to Your Menu While in Quarantine appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Veggie Sliders

Say goodbye to soggy, tasteless veggie burgers. These plant-based sliders require just seven simple ingredients and are full of flavor.

Pumpkin Black Bean Soup

This is the most comforting soup you could make on a winter night. It includes both Thai and Mexican influences with no meat or dairy required.

Chickpea Bolognese With Carrot Noodles

Do you miss bolognese since going vegan? Here’s your solution. Chickpea bolognese is healthy, comforting and it comes together in just 40 minutes.

Portobello Steaks With Avocado Chimichurri

It’s not just steak and chicken that benefit from a great marinade. Marinating portobello mushrooms gives them a rich, steak-like flavor that pairs beautifully with this summer chimichurri.

Curried Sweet Potato And Chickpeas

This dish is incredibly easy and made entirely on one baking sheet, which means fewer dishes for you! It’s the perfect weeknight meal when paired with kale and tahini.

The post Easy Gluten Free And Vegan Dinners appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Broccoli

Cruciferous vegetables have been proven to help improve your brain’s cognitive function. A daily serving of broccoli or other similar leafy greens can keep your brain sharp.

Whole Grains

The brain’s main energy source is glucose. Whole grains are a complex carbohydrate that allows a steady release of glucose into the bloodstream.

Fish

Fatty, oily fish such as salmon and anchovies provide essential nutrients to the brain. Regular consumption of these fish has been known to decrease the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Olive Oil

Contrary to popular belief, not all oils are bad for you. Olive oil is rich with mono-saturated fat which helps keep the heart strong. After all, what’s good for the heart is good for the brain.

Berries

Blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries are jam-packed with antioxidants that help improve memory. Additionally, berries have a low glycemic index despite their delicious sweetness. This helps stabilize blood sugar levels in the body.

The post Food For Thought: What to Eat For Optimal Brain Health appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Avocado

Avocados are literally everywhere these days. You can’t go to a restaurant without seeing an avocado toast on the menu. They are definitely rich in fats, but those are the healthy type of fats. They also deliver a great dose of fiber and potassium on the table.

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are so versatile and delicious. It doesn’t matter whether you add them to your drink, smoothie, or make a tasty pudding with fruits and seeds. They will help you get a daily dose of healthy fats.

Walnuts

One oz of walnuts contains 18.5 g healthy fats. This not only makes them a very easy snack to have, but you can also feel good while having them. Very easy to take them at work, have them in a smoothie bowl, or whenever you get hungry during the day.

Dark Chocolate

The moment we’ve all been waiting for! Dark chocolate is one of the high-fat foods that are also healthy. Make sure not to overdo it though. This type of chocolate is packed in antioxidants, magnesium, manganese and more.

The post These High-Fat Foods Are Both Healthy And Super-Delicious appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

What polyphenols do is to block the absorption of iron in the body. This is really significant because a lot of people that follow a vegetarian or vegan diet already have trouble getting enough iron in their diet as it is. This also goes for people who are on their period, since the loss of blood also leads to lower iron levels.

Luckily, people who eat a diet that’s high in red meat don’t have to worry as much. However, if you’re not one of these people, you might want to consider swapping your tea or coffee for another drink after a big meal. If you like to feeling of drinking something warm, especially after a large meal, opt for something simple like warm water with lemon juice or even warm water on its own after a meal to help with digestion.

The post You May Want to Consider Skipping Tea After a Meal appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Check out the benefits of carob and you’ll be convinced.

High In Fiber

Aside from the numerous minerals and overload of antioxidants, this fruit is also rich in fiber. In other words, it will keep you full for a long time, without the high calorie count.

Anti Cancer Potential

Several ingredients found in the fruit have the ability to fight cancerous cells. Researches show that it is especially helpful in cases with breast and pancreatic cancer.

It’s Packed In Vitamins

It tastes like heaven and packed with vitamins, can it get any better? Get your daily doses of B3, B6, A, B2 by simply buying carobs.

Better Digestion

Since this fruit contains high levels of fiber, it also helps with digestion. It improves bowel movements and helps you achieve a balanced metabolism.

Doesn’t Contain Caffeine

Caffeine can cause some people to experience insomnia, tremor, fast heart rate and more. You can feel 100% safe with this fruit.

The post 5 Major Health Benefits of Carob appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

These five foods actually boost your appetite and make you crave more food, so use that knowledge to your advantage.

Apples

Apples are packed with sugar and will cause your insuline levels to rise which will make you hungry again in no time.

Cornflakes

When you combine simple carbs with sugar, your blood sugars will drop quickly and your body will start asking for more food and more sugar.

Diet Soda

You may think you’re okay with this sugar-free beverage, but the artificial sweeteners in it will only make you hungrier.

Pasta

Just like any simple carbs, pasta will make you feel full quickly but won’t keep you full for a long time and you’ll have to eat again.

Chips and Crackers

Savoury snacks are the worst thing you can eat between meals. They are packed with carbs and salt and will bloat you without keeping you full.

The post These Foods Can Boost Your Appetite appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

They Are Sweeter

If you have an urge to eat something sweet, a ripe banana will do the trick. Also, they are perfect for making banana bread or oatmeal banana pancakes.

They Are Full of Antioxidants

As bananas ripen their antioxidant levels increase so for the best antioxidant effect, pick a fully brown banana.

They Give You Energy

Unlike a sugar-packed dessert, a ripe banana will give you energy that will last for some time after eating it.

What About Unripe Bananas?

They are definitely healthy too, they just have different benefits. For example, unripe bananas have higher levels of starch compared to sugar so they are a better choice for diabetics.

The post Here’s Why Ripe Bananas Are Good for You appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Slow Cooker

Having a slow cooker can guarantee you a hot meal when you arrive home from work every day if you choose! The great thing about a slow cooker is that it can stay on all day while you’re away, which is a lot safer than an oven. Just put in all the ingredients in the morning, switch it on, and come home to the best smelling house on the block.

Food Processor

This might seem a little intimating to some people, but in reality, a food processor will help you eat healthier in so many ways. You can use it to make smoothie bowls, homemade dips and hummus, and basically anything you don’t want to mix or chop by hand, a food processor will do for you.

Microplane

This small tool might not seem essential, but it actually does help in the long run. If you want to add garlic, ginger, a citrus zest, and more, to any of your cooking, this little tool will help do that in just a few seconds. All of these ingredients are also really healthy additions to food that will make anything lighter and healthier.

The post These Kitchen Items Will Help You Eat Healthier if You’re Too Busy to Cook appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Spices

Spices are one of the best ways to bring any food to life. Spices have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, so whenever you use them in your cooking, you are ingesting their nutritional and medicinal properties! A great way to make sure they shine is to toast them first or cook them in some oil to really bloom their flavor.

Homemade Stock

Whether you’re making a soup, sauce, or even rice, using homemade stock is the best way to impart flavor without adding any salt! All you have to do is boil your scraps of veggie, strain them, and you have liquid gold at your fingertips.

Acid

Sometimes all your dish needs is a squeeze of acid to really bring it to life. Whether it’s a salad, taco, soup, or more, squeezing some fresh citrus juice or drizzling over a little bit of vinegar is a great way to balance a dish with no added calories.

The post How to Add Flavor – but Not Calories appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Early Bird

Eating fresh fruits and veggies on a daily basis is extremely important these days, and if you’re struggling to find them at your local supermarket, make sure to get there early and opt for long-lasting foods.

Frozen Foods     

Many people are stocking on canned goods right now, but if you have enough room in your fridge, go for frozen fruits and veggies instead, because you can use them to make much healthier meals.

Healthy Snacks

With so many kinds of nuts on the market, you shouldn’t struggle to find a healthier alternative to Pringles and Doritos while you’re in quarantine.

Cooking Time            

There’s nothing quite like a home-cooked meal, and social distancing will give you just enough time to try some new healthy recipes.

Meal Prepping

Planning your meals is also a good idea because you’ll be able to avoid impulsive eating and organize your day a little bit better.

The post Best Ways to Add Healthy Food to Your Menu While in Quarantine appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Veggie Sliders

Say goodbye to soggy, tasteless veggie burgers. These plant-based sliders require just seven simple ingredients and are full of flavor.

Pumpkin Black Bean Soup

This is the most comforting soup you could make on a winter night. It includes both Thai and Mexican influences with no meat or dairy required.

Chickpea Bolognese With Carrot Noodles

Do you miss bolognese since going vegan? Here’s your solution. Chickpea bolognese is healthy, comforting and it comes together in just 40 minutes.

Portobello Steaks With Avocado Chimichurri

It’s not just steak and chicken that benefit from a great marinade. Marinating portobello mushrooms gives them a rich, steak-like flavor that pairs beautifully with this summer chimichurri.

Curried Sweet Potato And Chickpeas

This dish is incredibly easy and made entirely on one baking sheet, which means fewer dishes for you! It’s the perfect weeknight meal when paired with kale and tahini.

The post Easy Gluten Free And Vegan Dinners appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Broccoli

Cruciferous vegetables have been proven to help improve your brain’s cognitive function. A daily serving of broccoli or other similar leafy greens can keep your brain sharp.

Whole Grains

The brain’s main energy source is glucose. Whole grains are a complex carbohydrate that allows a steady release of glucose into the bloodstream.

Fish

Fatty, oily fish such as salmon and anchovies provide essential nutrients to the brain. Regular consumption of these fish has been known to decrease the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Olive Oil

Contrary to popular belief, not all oils are bad for you. Olive oil is rich with mono-saturated fat which helps keep the heart strong. After all, what’s good for the heart is good for the brain.

Berries

Blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries are jam-packed with antioxidants that help improve memory. Additionally, berries have a low glycemic index despite their delicious sweetness. This helps stabilize blood sugar levels in the body.

The post Food For Thought: What to Eat For Optimal Brain Health appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Avocado

Avocados are literally everywhere these days. You can’t go to a restaurant without seeing an avocado toast on the menu. They are definitely rich in fats, but those are the healthy type of fats. They also deliver a great dose of fiber and potassium on the table.

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are so versatile and delicious. It doesn’t matter whether you add them to your drink, smoothie, or make a tasty pudding with fruits and seeds. They will help you get a daily dose of healthy fats.

Walnuts

One oz of walnuts contains 18.5 g healthy fats. This not only makes them a very easy snack to have, but you can also feel good while having them. Very easy to take them at work, have them in a smoothie bowl, or whenever you get hungry during the day.

Dark Chocolate

The moment we’ve all been waiting for! Dark chocolate is one of the high-fat foods that are also healthy. Make sure not to overdo it though. This type of chocolate is packed in antioxidants, magnesium, manganese and more.

The post These High-Fat Foods Are Both Healthy And Super-Delicious appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

What polyphenols do is to block the absorption of iron in the body. This is really significant because a lot of people that follow a vegetarian or vegan diet already have trouble getting enough iron in their diet as it is. This also goes for people who are on their period, since the loss of blood also leads to lower iron levels.

Luckily, people who eat a diet that’s high in red meat don’t have to worry as much. However, if you’re not one of these people, you might want to consider swapping your tea or coffee for another drink after a big meal. If you like to feeling of drinking something warm, especially after a large meal, opt for something simple like warm water with lemon juice or even warm water on its own after a meal to help with digestion.

The post You May Want to Consider Skipping Tea After a Meal appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Check out the benefits of carob and you’ll be convinced.

High In Fiber

Aside from the numerous minerals and overload of antioxidants, this fruit is also rich in fiber. In other words, it will keep you full for a long time, without the high calorie count.

Anti Cancer Potential

Several ingredients found in the fruit have the ability to fight cancerous cells. Researches show that it is especially helpful in cases with breast and pancreatic cancer.

It’s Packed In Vitamins

It tastes like heaven and packed with vitamins, can it get any better? Get your daily doses of B3, B6, A, B2 by simply buying carobs.

Better Digestion

Since this fruit contains high levels of fiber, it also helps with digestion. It improves bowel movements and helps you achieve a balanced metabolism.

Doesn’t Contain Caffeine

Caffeine can cause some people to experience insomnia, tremor, fast heart rate and more. You can feel 100% safe with this fruit.

The post 5 Major Health Benefits of Carob appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

These five foods actually boost your appetite and make you crave more food, so use that knowledge to your advantage.

Apples

Apples are packed with sugar and will cause your insuline levels to rise which will make you hungry again in no time.

Cornflakes

When you combine simple carbs with sugar, your blood sugars will drop quickly and your body will start asking for more food and more sugar.

Diet Soda

You may think you’re okay with this sugar-free beverage, but the artificial sweeteners in it will only make you hungrier.

Pasta

Just like any simple carbs, pasta will make you feel full quickly but won’t keep you full for a long time and you’ll have to eat again.

Chips and Crackers

Savoury snacks are the worst thing you can eat between meals. They are packed with carbs and salt and will bloat you without keeping you full.

The post These Foods Can Boost Your Appetite appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

They Are Sweeter

If you have an urge to eat something sweet, a ripe banana will do the trick. Also, they are perfect for making banana bread or oatmeal banana pancakes.

They Are Full of Antioxidants

As bananas ripen their antioxidant levels increase so for the best antioxidant effect, pick a fully brown banana.

They Give You Energy

Unlike a sugar-packed dessert, a ripe banana will give you energy that will last for some time after eating it.

What About Unripe Bananas?

They are definitely healthy too, they just have different benefits. For example, unripe bananas have higher levels of starch compared to sugar so they are a better choice for diabetics.

The post Here’s Why Ripe Bananas Are Good for You appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Slow Cooker

Having a slow cooker can guarantee you a hot meal when you arrive home from work every day if you choose! The great thing about a slow cooker is that it can stay on all day while you’re away, which is a lot safer than an oven. Just put in all the ingredients in the morning, switch it on, and come home to the best smelling house on the block.

Food Processor

This might seem a little intimating to some people, but in reality, a food processor will help you eat healthier in so many ways. You can use it to make smoothie bowls, homemade dips and hummus, and basically anything you don’t want to mix or chop by hand, a food processor will do for you.

Microplane

This small tool might not seem essential, but it actually does help in the long run. If you want to add garlic, ginger, a citrus zest, and more, to any of your cooking, this little tool will help do that in just a few seconds. All of these ingredients are also really healthy additions to food that will make anything lighter and healthier.

The post These Kitchen Items Will Help You Eat Healthier if You’re Too Busy to Cook appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.

Spices

Spices are one of the best ways to bring any food to life. Spices have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, so whenever you use them in your cooking, you are ingesting their nutritional and medicinal properties! A great way to make sure they shine is to toast them first or cook them in some oil to really bloom their flavor.

Homemade Stock

Whether you’re making a soup, sauce, or even rice, using homemade stock is the best way to impart flavor without adding any salt! All you have to do is boil your scraps of veggie, strain them, and you have liquid gold at your fingertips.

Acid

Sometimes all your dish needs is a squeeze of acid to really bring it to life. Whether it’s a salad, taco, soup, or more, squeezing some fresh citrus juice or drizzling over a little bit of vinegar is a great way to balance a dish with no added calories.

The post How to Add Flavor – but Not Calories appeared first on Beautiful Trends Today.