Each day we are bombarded with health and wellness “buzz” words including essential vitamins and trendy foods. In this section, we define what these words really mean, how they affect your body, and foods you can enjoy to benefit from them.
Matcha green tea is featured everywhere from health food stores to ice cream shops and even bakeries. Characterized by its vibrant yet earthy green hue, matcha products are actually made with the ground leaf of the Camellia Sinesis plant instead of the steeped liquor. Since it is from the same plant as Black Tea, it has […]
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In recent years, specialty tea shops have been popping up all over. More and more people are flocking to tea as an alternative to the standard coffee jolt. Fortunately, tea is a natural superfood! Plus it tastes great and you can find a tea to suit your cravings for any time of day (ie: as a […]
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We were recently contacted by a writer for the UK-based website rehab.recovery.co.uk who brought an alarming article to our attention.Ultimate Guide to Alcohol-Induced Heart Damage offers easy to follow explanations of how excessive alcohol consumption can affect the human heart. The outward effects of alcoholism may go undiagnosed for years, but the impact on your body at a cellular level can be […]
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We are looking for motivated volunteers, interns and collaborators to join our writing team. We want CleanWorkout.com to become a destination lifestyle website for people looking for fitness inspiration; helpful tips; easy, healthy recipes; and motivation. We are a judgement-free zone for people who want to share their personal fitness journeys, including the struggles and triumphs. […]
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Oats are not one of the first things that comes to mind when you think of a delicious breakfast. Most people are probably scarred from offensive oatmeal experiences as children where they were served a hot pile of grey goop, or famous film scenes of flavourless gruel being spooned out to kids. Unfortunately for oats, the […]
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Yogurt has always been a staple ingredient in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and East Asian diets. Greek yogurt, most notably, has been strained longer and contains more protein and vitamins as a result. If you are not already incorporating yogurt into your regular menu, it is a great ingredient to start experimenting with. It has a mild tang […]
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Sardines have unjustly earned a bad reputation as an oily, overly-salted canned fish that sit at the back of the pantry gathering dust. What you may not know is that sardines are one of the healthiest and, when prepared correctly, one of the most delicious fish available. Sardines grow quickly, which means they contain very […]
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We all know that we need protein in our diets – it keeps you feeling full, it helps build muscle, and it gives you energy. But how does it do all of this? What is Protein? Protein is an essential “building block” for all living organisms (not just humans – they are essential in plants, too. How […]
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Millet is often the main ingredient in bird seed, but is is full of essentials for a balanced diet. Millet is a versatile grain that can be used in a variety of ways like ground into flour and used in baking; making couscous from cracked millet; or simply boiled and enjoyed on salads. Read below to find […]
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We have teamed up with DeannaDickins.com to bring you another simple, delicious and healthy recipe. This time, it is a superfood-packed interpretation of take out stir fried noodles – Spicy Kale & Buckwheat Stir Fry. We have loaded this up with chilli, ginger, shallots and garlic to pack in lots of flavour without calories, and are […]
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