A long long time ago, I don't remember when exactly, I was asked which one was healthier: cookies or ice cream. Me, being a faithful ice cream lover, immediately said ice cream, of course. It has some dairy in it so it must be healthier, right?

 

Is losing weight among your New Year Resolutions? If so, you're not alone. Many of us like to begin the year with goals regarding our health and looks. In addition, many of us ate more than usual during the Holidays, which translates into extra weight in January. Is this also your case?

It's widely known that the usual recommendation for fruits and vegetables is 5 portions a day. We also know that fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other wonderful nutrients. However, do you know how big those portions are? What vegetables don't count? Well, I didn't, so research was mandatory. I can't actually increase my vegetable intake without knowing my portions, right?

Recently, I found myself bombarded with this grim statement: “healthy eating is a privilege of the rich”. Even though I already suspected it, just knowing for a fact that I can't afford to eat as healthy as I wished made me a bit sad.