Dirty Thirty #22: Avoiding Alcohol

Research shows that moderate alcohol consumption has many benefits. Many of us trying to lose weight cut out alcohol but don't realize that we are also not getting the health benefits that alcohol has to offer. Even better, we have known of the health benefits of red wine for a while, but it looks like the benefits are in the alcohol itself. It doesn't seem to matter the source.

Dirty Thirty #21: Microwave Cooking

Before I tell you why microwave cooking is bad for you, I want to tell you about my experience of getting rid of my microwave. I was very reluctant. Yes, I had read and understood the articles I post and cite below. I even know how much better food tastes when you don't use a microwave. I thought I would "transition" out of using the microwave, but I soon realized that as long as the microwave was on my counter I would use it. So, one day, I just unplugged it and put it in the closet.

Dirty Thirty #20: Protein Bars, Drinks and Supplements

No time for breakfast? No problem; just grab a protein bar as you head out the door. Workout at the gym? Be sure to drink that whey protein shake after to help your body recover. Kids not eating what you put in front of them? Okay, just give them that protein drink specialized for them.

Or NOT!