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What are overnight oats? Overnight oats are what you call oats that have been in the fridge overnight. As you may have guessed, this is literally how overnight oats received their name. When left overnight in the liquid of choice, overnight oats absorb the liquid, soften up, and form a texture that makes for a great breakfast food. Add in some extras, like chia seeds, Greek yogurt, fruit, vanilla, flax, or peanut butter, and you have yourself a delicious and healthy breakfast. Having the perfect overnight oats recipe really is a matter of preference, but there are so many different...

Breakfast is arguably the most important meal of the day. Whether your goal is weight loss or simply to be healthy, it is imperative that you make eating breakfast a regular habit. The benefits are numerous, ranging from lower rates of diabetes to increased satiety and weight loss.  When you skip your morning meal, you are telling your body that food may be hard to come by and that it should conserve energy. Thus, what happens is, is your metabolism slows and your body attempts to store fat.   Fortunately, we are no longer attempting to survive in the wild...

As we go through our day-to-day lives balancing our work schedules, social life, family, school, and other activities, it can be hard to find the time to eat healthily. This is why so many of us resort to processed, low-quality, calorie-dense, high sugar/salt diets. It is often easier to stop at McDonald’s then it is to cook up some veggies and lean chicken breast. This article is designed to give you some information regarding the importance of a healthy breakfast, why you should consider adding protein to your breakfast meals, and some examples of high-quality breakfast ideas that you can...

Too often times, diets fail because they turn eating into a chore. What many people do not realize is that eating healthy does not need to sacrifice taste. This article is designed to provide you some ways to incorporate nutritious foods into your lifestyle that you can look forward to eating. Listed below are 2 different high-protein, nutrient-dense recipes that will make you love eating healthy! Recipe #1 - Whey Protein Chia Recipe Ingredients You Will Need 12 ounces of coconut water 1 scoop of plain whey protein isolate ⅔ Tbsp of chia seeds 1 banana ½ cup of ice...

Quick/pre-packaged oats, also known as instant oats, are very similar to rolled oats, except that they can be prepared more quickly. They are pre-cooked, dried, and then rolled and pressed slightly thinner than rolled oats. This significantly decreases their cooking time, making them a great option for healthy breakfast options when you are in a rush to get out the door in the morning. Why Choose Quick Oats Quick oats tend to have a much smoother texture and are packed with large amounts of nutrients. These nutrients include soluble fiber, which is great for digestion, beta-glucans, which are great for...