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Lifestyle, Health, Nutrition & Inspiration from Luvo
Allergy-Friendly Trail Mixes
that won’t pack on the pounds
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
Let me guess: you like to hike. Me too. And when I do, there’s one thing I always have with me. Trail mix. It’s the perfect snack—you can customize it, easily carry in a small container, and just eat as much as you want. The variety I like usually has nuts, but what if you’re allergic, or looking for a lower fat version?
There are no rules for trail mix. That’s the beauty of it. You are free to make any mix that matches your taste preferences and gives you the energy you need for any activities you’re undertaking. Whether you want an afternoon workday boost or a kayak trip kick, these nut-free options are good to go.
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Activated Charcoal is a Thing?
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
It’s summer! Time to fire up the barbecue to cook up some delicious meats, vegetables, or veggie burgers over a glowing charcoal fire. But why limit the charcoal to the barbecue? If you’re hip to the latest health trends, you’ll know that charcoal, or, more specifically, activated charcoal, is something people are using more and more in a variety of ways for its supposed health benefits.… Read more »
Condiment + Sauce Swaps
Posted by Jessica G. |
Sauces, dips and other condiments boost the flavor factor of otherwise bland foods, and sometimes it’s more about the sauce than what they are saucing. My university roommates make fun of me to this day over my habit of requesting “stuff I can put ketchup on” after nights out at the local student pub. While there’s no doubt about the tastiness of a lot of … Read more »
The Great Nut Debate: Raw versus Roasted
Posted by Sophia Worgan |
Ah, nuts: the go-to snack of the health food realm- a dieter’s saving grace and grazers’ often demise. The high protein and good fats in nuts have earned them the honor of “nutritional heroes.” They’re portable, generally adored and marketed as a fast, energy packed bridge between meals. Pretty much anywhere you go these days you’ll find them, planes, gas stations and of course- the local watering hole. Nutritional media and dieticians alike preach the importance of a handful of nuts a day for a well balanced diet.… Read more »
Juicy Horoscopes
Posted by Oli Maughan |
I’ve always been interested in what the stars have to say. For years I have checked zodiac signs before first dates, flipped to horoscopes in magazines before I travel, and sought them out in the early morning hours of important events in my life.… Read more »
Guide to Oils
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
They are the glue that binds many of our meals together, providing flavor, texture and a means to cook our favorite foods. Oils are indispensable in the kitchen, but which ones do you need, and what’s the difference between the various types? Read on, my friends. Read on.… Read more »
Is Vegetarian Always Healthier?
Posted by Samantha Cassetty |
To eat meat or not to eat meat? Team #paleo and team #vegan can debate this one out but the one thing that both groups—and every health professional–can agree on is that we should be eating more fruits and vegetables.… Read more »