A great source of complete plant protein, soy has been a staple in Asian diets for thousands of years. There’s no debating it — soy can be found in pretty much anything these days. And we’re not talking about tofu and soy sauce here. From protein bars and veggie burgers to chicken noodle soup, soy […]
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The MyFitnessPal Song of Summer


You’re on a run. That song comes on. You smile. You hit repeat. You hit repeat again. You get home. You jump in the shower. You play the song. You get out of the shower. You hit repeat. Your hands are wet. You ruin your phone. You don’t care. This is the song of summer. This phenomenon […]
What Exactly Happens to Your Body When You Overeat?


Overeating can seem harmless. So you finished that whole bag of chips the other day — what’s the big deal? But as one of the biggest causes of obesity, overeating runs deeper than simply having the occasional case of my-eyes-were-bigger-than-my-stomach syndrome. “Overeating is when a person eats to the point of feeling uncomfortable,” says Keri […]
15 Lower-Carb Whole Food Swaps


If you’re looking for ways to cut down on carbs without switching to pricey (and processed) low-carb alternatives, try some of these nutrient-rich whole food suggestions. Check out these additional suggestions for lowering your carb intake: Cracker Alternative: Easy Baked Apple Chips Recipe Steak Fry Alternative: Baked Zucchini Sticks Recipe Hashbrown Alternative: Spaghetti Squash […]
A DIY Guide to the Great Outdoors


I discovered something about myself recently. I’m an outdoorsman. I love the outdoors. And here’s the secret: I’m not a hiker. I hate canoeing. I can barely fish. I tried to light a charcoal grill the other day, and my girlfriend just started laughing at me. But here’s what I’ve realized: The outdoors doesn’t mean […]