Vegetables
Foods That Help Athletes On And Off The Field
Good foods don't just help you build muscle. They make you a healthier person. For example, salmon not only provides muscle-building protein, it also delivers omega-3 fatty acids that benefit [...]
5 Ways to Boost Your Iron Intake
Do you feel sluggish or fatigued during a workout or in your day-to-day activities? If so, you may have an iron deficiency. Iron is a critical mineral that helps transport [...]
Foods To Boost Your Mood After Tough Games
It's a no-brainer that a big win can lift your spirits, whereas a season-ending playoff loss is a major downer. You're probably familiar with the mood-enhancing chemicals called endorphins, which [...]
Make Healthy Eating Easier With These Items
When you've developed bad habits, change can be difficult. Embarking on a healthy lifestyle, like achieving your training goals, requires planning and effort. But over time, like with your weight [...]
5 Low-Calorie Pantry Staples to Have on Hand
The best tip I can offer any athlete on healthy eating is to always plan ahead. Having grocery items washed, chopped and already cooked allows for a week of clean [...]
Healthy Choices at Italian Restaurants
Coming from a big Italian family, I know how big a role food plays during the holidays and traditional family gatherings. There's something comforting about the essence and togetherness of [...]
5 Healthy Ways to Dress Up Grilled Chicken
Grilled chicken is a staple for athletes. (It powers Peyton Manning's pregame meal.) A low maintenance, lean source of protein, chicken is easy to cook. Plus it's less expensive than [...]
How to Prevent Food Poisoning From Leafy Greens and Other Contaminated Foods
We rarely ever hear anything negative about eating leafy green vegetables. They have few calories, are nutrient dense and should be the foundation of a healthy diet. So why do [...]
Kait’s Meal of the Month: Crock Pot Beef Stew
Editor's Note: Tired of hearing why it's important to eat healthy and what your diet should consist of? If you're a STACK reader, you know by now that certain foods [...]
Natural Food and Beverage Choices for Athletes
In athletics, speed is key. But when it comes to nutrition, athletes who rely excessively on "quick" meals and beverages—e.g., fast food, energy bars and protein shakes—are way off key. [...]