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    7 Diet Tips to Look Better Naked

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    Put the finishing touches on your physique with these nutritional hacks.Every guy knows how the right clothes can make him look thinner. Put on a well-tailored suit, and your shoulders will look broader. Dress up in a dark shirt, and it’ll appear to slim you down.But going naked? With nothing to hide your little pockets of extra fat? That’s the ultimate test of a great physique.And while plenty of hours in the gym will go a long way toward making you look great no matter what, maintaining an enviable body mostly depends on your dietary habits. (Say it with us: “Abs are made in the kitchen.”) Adopt these seven nutrition tips and tricks, and your summer beach body will be ready in no time. Take branched chain amino acids More

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      Best Plant-Based, Low-Carb Pasta Options

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      Breaking news: Pasta isn’t bad for you. Yes, it does get a bad reputation these days with evidence building on how harmful refined carbohydrates can potentially be for your health—but that’s not all pastas. Some can actually be good for you. Nowadays there are plenty of better-for-you options that pack a real nutritional punch compared to traditional pastas. For example, there are gluten-free, low-carb pasta options comprise bean-, lentil- and ancient grain-based noodles.

      So how do you know which low-carb pasta is the healthier kind? As a general guideline, start by looking for those with at least 5g fiber and 10g protein per serving—as well as less than 2g total sugar and minimal sodium. For an added nutritional boost, choose pastas made with whole (or ancient) grains or veggies. Here are our favorite healthier pastas to pick up from the store—cook, twirl, enjoy.

      Best Plant-Based, Low-Carb Pasta Options
      Courtesy Image1. Ancient Harvest Supergrain Rotini Pasta
      Ancient Harvest, a pioneer in ancient grain-based pastas, is now offering a new “Supergrain” pasta made from amaranth, quinoa, and brown rice. It’s made with just three ingredients. You guessed it: brown rice flour, amaranth flour, and quinoa flour. It also wins point for being gluten-free and non-GMO.
      Per 4 oz serving:
      Fiber: 6 grams
      Protein: 12 grams
      Sodium: 0 mg
      [$6 for 8 oz box; ancientharvest.com]
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      2. Banza Pasta
      Banza pastas are made from chickpeas and have 50 percent more protein, triple the fiber, 25 percent fewer net carbs, and 20 percent fewer total carbs compared to average pastas on the market.
      Per 3.5 oz serving:
      Fiber: 8 grams
      Protein: 20 grams
      Sodium: 40 mg
      [$25 for six pack; eatbanza.com]
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      3. Brami Lupini Bean Pasta
      Made with two simple ingredients—semolina wheat and lupini beans—Brami Lupini Bean Pasta packs 60 percent more protein, three times more fiber, and 25 percent fewer net carbs than regular noodles. Serious bonus: It actually tastes like real pasta, unlike other “healthy” types.
      Per 3.5 oz serving:
      Fiber: 11 grams
      Protein: 21 grams
      Sodium: 10 mg
      [$25 for six pack; enjoybrami.com]
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      4. The Only Bean Organic Black Bean Fettuccine
      This pasta is made with only one ingredient: organic black soybeans, packing a whopping 44 grams of plant-based protein per serving. It’s also organic, gluten free, non-GMO, vegan, and kosher.
      Per 3.5 oz serving:
      Fiber: 18 grams
      Protein: 44 grams
      Sodium: 5 mg
      [$29 for six pack; theonlybean.com]
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      5. Explore Cuisine Edamame Pasta
      Explore Cuisine’s Edamame Spaghetti provides a full balance of plant-based protein and fiber. It’s made with just one protein-packed ingredient: organic edamame bean flour.
      Per 3.5. oz serving:
      Fiber: 23 grams
      Protein: 42 grams
      Sodium: 0 mg
      [$7 for 8 oz box; explorecuisine.com]
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      6. Sfoglini Beet Fusilli
      Sfoglini’s Beet Fusilli combines fresh cold-pressed beet juice with organic durum semolina flour. Its earthy flavor makes for some truly unique and tasty pasta dishes.
      Per 4 oz serving:
      Fiber: 6 grams
      Protein: 16 grams
      Sodium: 30 mg
      [$8 for 16 oz box; sfoglini.com]
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      7. Pasta Lensi Red Lentil Pasta
      Unlike other legume pastas, Pasta Lensi is made from one simple ingredient—lentils. This healthy, gluten-free variety is high on fiber and plant-based protein.
      Per 3.5 oz serving:
      Fiber: 17 grams
      Protein: 26 grams
      Sodium: 5 mg
      [$19.35 for three pack; pastalensi.com]
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      8. Veggiecraft Farms Cauliflower Penne
      Pasta made from cauliflower? Yep, you read all that right. It’s an easy way to get a full serving of veggies by simply using Veggiecraft Farms Penne Pasta as the base of your favorite dish. Made in Italy, these three-ingredient pastas are delicious and gluten-free. Other varieties include sweet potato and zucchini.
      Per 3.5 oz serving
      Fiber: 6 grams
      Protein: 23 grams
      Sodium: 25 mg
      [$7.35 for 8 oz box; veggiecraftfarms.com]
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      9. Jovial Foods Einkorn Whole Wheat Spaghetti
      Einkorn is one of the most ancient species of wheat, which is now being rediscovered as a nutrient-rich whole grain—packed with protein, B vitamins, and more trace minerals than modern wheat.
      Per 4 oz serving:
      Fiber: 8 grams
      Protein: 18 grams
      Sodium: 0 mg
      [$3.69 for 12 oz box; jovialfoods.com]
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      An Avocado a Day Might Be the Tastiest Way to Boost Your Gut Health

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      You’ll never mistake them for Tums, but if you’re looking to settle your gut, you might give avocados a try, according to research published in The Journal of Nutrition. In a study of 163 people, those who ate an avocado a day for 12 weeks developed a more robust and diverse gut “microbiome”—a buzzy term for the bacteria in your stomach and colon that impacts everything from better mood to a stronger immune system.

      It turns out the bacteria like to feast on the type of fiber found in avocados, helping to soothe your stomach and aid digestion after a meal.
      Try incorporating avocado in breakfast (in an omelet), lunch (with a salad) or dinner (atop a burrito bowl). You don’t have to adjust your daily meal plan other than that to boost your gut health.

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      10 meal prep recipes you can make in under an hour

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      Just because you’re making a lot of food doesn’t mean it has to take you a lot of time. Unshackle yourself from the kitchen—and whip up enough food for a week—with these easy, protein-packed recipes.You don’t have to be a bodybuilder to know that the power of meal prep is catching on. Meal prep—or, as your granny called it, “making enough leftovers for the week”—helps you stay on track with healthy eating. One problem with many meal prep recipes, however, is that they take too long to make. Who wants to spend hours and hours in the kitchen every Sunday? Solution: These 10 meal prep recipes get the job done, and take no longer than an hour to whip up.Toby Amidor is the owner of Toby Amidor Nutrition and author of The Greek Yogurt Kitchen and the upcoming The Healthy Meal Prep Cookbook. 1. Pistachio turkey meatballs More

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      What Happens When You Go Vegan for Two Weeks

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      After going vegan for two weeks (the way of no flesh), here are the most important things our reporter learned.Ironman champion John Joseph. Boxer Cam Awesome. NFL running back Arian Foster. UFC fighters Nick and Nate Diaz. These are all: a) world-class athletes; b) people who could kick my butt; c) athletes who’ve gone vegan. Answer: all of the above. There’s even a growing community of bodybuilders who swear by the vegan lifestyle. So what’s it really like? A lifelong carnivore, I eat meat nearly every day. But whether or not you agree with the vegan code of honor—which is, basically: “Don’t kill animals to make your dinner”—you still have to respect people who back their words with action. With that in mind I went vegan for two weeks. Here are the eight most important things I learned.Jeff Wilser is the author of Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life. “Vegan” Doesn’t Always Mean “Healthy” More

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      The Best Mid-Workout Fuel for Endurance Athletes

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      Every good endurance athlete knows that nutrition is every bit as important as training. If you aren’t properly fueled, you won’t be performing at your best—and will even risk crashing mid-race or workout. Whether your M.O. is running, cycling, or swimming, that quick ‘n easy snack or supplement during a long training session should be packed with nutrients to keep you going. With too many options out there, just finding the right fuel can be tiring. Here are eight of our favorite mid-workout energy boosters.

       
      Courtesy Image1. GU Energy Gel
      Designed to supply energy and key nutrients lost during exercise, GU Energy Gels are one of most convenient, mid-workout snacks. Available in a wide variety of flavors, GU gels contain the perfect blend of complex and simple carbohydrates that help sustain you during long workouts. They’re portable and easy to eat (and digest) while in motion, making them ideal to munch on mid-race or mid-workout. Pro tip: if you have a hard time with the consistency, mix them with some water for an easier swallow.
      [From $10; guenergy.com]
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      2. SaltStick Capsules
      It’s probably ingrained in your mind that sodium is bad for you—but for endurance athletes especially, salt is your friend. Sodium is essential because it helps maintain fluid balance in the body. Salt and electrolytes are rapidly lost through sweat, so it’s important to replenish them during long workouts. As the name suggests, SaltStick Capsules are packed with salt and electrolytes, working to reduce muscle cramping and boost stamina while maintaining the five electrolytes lost through sweat (potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, and chloride). Take one capsule every 30-60 minutes to sustain peak performance.
      [From $13; saltstick.com]
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      Courtesy Image3. Tailwind Endurance Fuel
      Tailwind’s Endurance Fuel mixes with water and provides athletes with essential calories, electrolytes, and hydration. Made with all-natural ingredients and natural flavors, the combination of water, fuel, and electrolytes has a synergistic effect, allowing the body to absorb more of each and keep you sustained for longer periods of time and at higher intensities. Simply mix some of the powder into a to-go bottle and stay fueled and hydrated during those longer workouts.
      [From $2.50; tailwindnutrition.com]
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      Courtesy Image4. Pickle Juice
      It may sound disgusting, but if you’re prone to cramps pickle juice could be the elusive solution. Why pickle juice? It contains 10-15 times the electrolytes of traditional sports drinks, contains zero calories and zero sugar, and is packed with vitamins and minerals. Although there isn’t science yet to prove it, researchers believe pickle juice is effective at stopping and preventing cramps because it triggers muscle reflexes when it hits the back of the throat. This in turn prevents the misfiring of neurons that trigger cramping. If you tend to cramp, try packing a shot of pickle juice for your next workout.
      [From $20; picklepower.com]
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      Courtesy Image5. BonkBreaker Energy Chews
      BonkBreaker Energy Chews work like energy gels—combining fast acting carbohydrates and electrolytes to support muscle contraction. But while energy gels are traditionally eaten in one go, energy chews come in small bites and can be eaten in whatever portion the athlete requires. Packed with 240mg of vital electrolytes and 100mg of caffeine from all-natural white tea sources, BonkBreakers provide a much-needed boost of energy while remaining easy to digest. If you struggle with the taste or texture of energy gels, here’s your chewable alternative.
      [$22; bonkbreaker.com]
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      Courtesy Image6. Clif Bar
      You’d be hard pressed to find a more classic trail snack than a Clif Bar. Although they aren’t as quick to eat as some options out there, they’re sufficiently filling and packed with essential nutrients, making them a great mid-workout snack. Available in a wide range of flavors, Clif Bars blend carbohydrates, protein, and fat to provide long-lasting energy for lengthy workouts. Made from sustainably sourced ingredients, Clif Bars contain simple sugars, organic oats, plant protein, nuts, seeds, and oils, providing a time-tested blend of flavor and energy.
      [$16; clifbar.com]
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      7. Kate’s Real Food Energy Bars
      As the name indicates, Kate’s Real Food energy bars are made with organic, all-natural ingredients to keep you nutritiously boosted. Every bar contains organic almond or peanut butter mixed with organic oats, brown rice crisps, and organic honey for a nutritious snack with flavors that you’ll actually recognize. Bars take a little more time to consume than gels or chews, so they’re better suited for workouts than races.
      [From $15; katesrealfood.com]
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      Courtesy Image8. Baby Food
      Weird as it may sound, baby food is gaining popularity as a snack for endurance athletes. Made with simple and natural ingredients, it’s packed with sugar and carbohydrates, easy enough for a baby to digest, and offers quick and reliable energy for larger humans. Many brands of baby food are available in convenient, “on-the-go” squeeze pouches that are as easy to carry as they are to eat. Plus, maybe you forgot, they taste surprisingly okay. You can buy squeeze pouches from different sport snack manufacturers or simply pick some up from the baby food aisle at your local grocery store.

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      21 Healthy Vegan Snacks to Fight All Your Cravings

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      There are roughly 79 million vegans worldwide and about 9.7 million people who follow a vegetarian or plant-based diet in the U.S. People are abstaining from meat and its byproducts for a variety of reasons—from sustainability to environmental impacts, animal welfare to personal health. And those people are looking for healthy vegan snacks.

      A new study called The Power of Meat Report showed that self-identified meat eaters dropped from 85 to 71 percent in 2020. There’s been a surge of new vegan food products to meet the demand. It’s never been easier to adopt a vegan lifestyle.
      Even if you do consume animal products, you can slowly but gradually reduce your intake. Check out these vegan snacks next time you go to the grocery store.

      Best Healthy, Store-Bought Vegan Snacks to Fight All Your Cravings

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      1. Barnana Original Organic Banana Bites
      Barnana snacks are made from upcycled bananas (i.e. bananas that aren’t perfect enough to make it to the grocery store) to reduce food waste. The brand turns perfectly imperfect bananas into chewy, organic snacks. It’s like banana bread on the go—but healthy. The only ingredient is bananas; nothing more, nothing less.
      [From $29.99, 6-pack; barnana.com]
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      2. Bare Snacks Fuji and Reds Apple Chips
      Bare turns fresh produce into crunchy chips by baking, never frying. Fuji & Reds Apple Chips contain no added sugar or preservatives, are a good source of fiber, are fat- and gluten-free, vegan, and Non-GMO Project Verified.
      [$25.74, 6 bags; amazon.com]
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      3. Biena Chickpea Snacks Sea Salt
      Chickpeas are loaded with plant-based protein and fiber. Biena roasts them until perfectly crunchy, then dusts with sea salt. There’s nothing artificial; just simple, whole-food ingredients in this gluten-, nut-, grain-, and dairy-free snack.
      [$17.96, 4-pack; bienasnacks.com]
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      4. Frooze Balls Peanut Butter and Jelly
      Frooze Balls is dedicated to plant-powered snacks that are good for you and the planet. Its PB&J energy balls pack nostalgic flavor into each coconut-covered bite to keep your taste buds happy anytime, anywhere.
      [$19.99, 8-pack; froozeballs.com]
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      5. Navitas Power Snacks Cacao Goji
      These vegan snacks from Navitas are made with dates, seeds, and superfoods for a bite that satiates. The cacao goji flavor provides important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to boot.
      [$9.99; navitasorganics.com]
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      6. Solely Fruit Mango Jerky
      Think of Solely Fruit Jerky as vegan, better-for-you Fruit Roll-Ups. The fruit strips are made with whole, organic fruit—no added sugar, preservatives, or concentrates. These are also non-GMO, organic, gluten-free, vegan, and kosher.
      [$17.99, 12-pack; solely.com]
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      7. Sabra Hummus Classic Hummus and Guacamole
      Sabra products are deliciously simple. Its hummus is made of chickpeas, garlic, and tahini, while its guacamole is just as simple: hass avocados, cilantro, lime, herbs, and spices. Both dips are vegan, non-GMO, and kosher; enjoy with chips or veggie sticks.
      [Price varies online and in-store]
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      8. Once Again’s Organic Creamy Peanut Butter
      Made with one simple ingredient (just dry roasted peanuts), this peanut butter proves that America’s favorite spread doesn’t need excess sugar or sneaky additives to taste delicious. Unsweetened, salt-free, and void of preservatives, it packs 8 g plant-based protein per serving and is also certified organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and part of the brand’s Honest in Trade Program.
      [$7.99; onceagainnutbutter.com]
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      Quorn Vegan Buffalo Dippers Courtesy Image9. Quorn Vegan Buffalo Dippers
      Quorn Vegan Meatless Buffalo Dippers come in a light, crispy breading of oats, flaxseed, and quinoa. The nugget itself is made of mycoprotein, a type of naturally occurring fungus that’s high in fiber and low in saturated fat. Vegan, non-GMO, and soy-free, these dippers are a deeply satisfying alternative to chicken.
      [Price varies online and in-store; quorn.us]
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      10. Santitas Tortilla Chips
      Just like the tortilla chips at your favorite Mexican restaurant, Santitas start with high-quality, stone-ground corn. Pair with your favorite salsa or guacamole.
      [Price varies online and in-store; fritolay.com]
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      11. Sunsweet Pitted Dates
      Sunsweet dates provide 3 g fiber per 120-calorie serving. They taste great on their own, but can also amp up the sweetness in smoothies, oatmeal, and baked goods, serving as a sugar substitute due to their natural sugar content and sticky texture.
      [$3.59, 8-oz pouch; sunsweet.com]
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      12. Grillo’s Dill Pickle Spears
      Garlic, vinegar, dill, salt, and grape leaves punch up the flavor in this 5-calorie snack. It’s got zero artificial preservatives, is gluten-free, fat-free, certified kosher, and vegan. Eating your vegetables has never tasted so good.
      [Price varies online and in-store; grillospickles.com]
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      13. Hippeas Puffs Vegan White Cheddar
      Chickpeas are baked into a light, crunchy puff (like a healthy Cheeto Puff) in this genius snack. While the white cheddar flavor is undeniably cheesy, it’s totally vegan and packs 4 g protein and 3 g fiber per bag.
      [$39.99, 12-pack; hippeas.com]
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      14. Seapoint Farms Dry Roasted Edamame with Sea Salt
      Edamame is already a delicious, high-protein vegan snack, but Seapoint ups the ante by dry roasting and portioning in convenient, single-serve pouches. Each serving has 20 g plant-based protein. And with just two ingredients, soybeans and sea salt, you can feel good about noshing.
      [$22.80, 12-pack; amazon.com]
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      Shelled pistachios Joanna Kosinska/Unsplash15. Pistachios
      Pistachios are the go-to nut for vegans. They’re a great source of essential vitamins and minerals, healthy fats, protein, and fiber, all of which promote overall health and well-being. They’re also a complete plant-based protein source, providing all nine essential amino acids needed to build muscle and proteins in the body. Go for shelled roasted/salted or lightly salted.
      [Price varies online and in-store; getcrackin.com]
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      16. Gigantic Limited-Edition “Double Dark Mint” Vegan Candy Bar
      Gigantic is a new type of “healthy” candy bar, made with Fairtrade dark chocolate, coconut milk, plant-based caramel, and real sugar (7 g). Better yet, these have 69 percent less sugar than traditional candy bars. You’ll never look back.
      [$27.99; giganticcandy.com]
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      17. No Cow Plant Based Protein Bars Peanut Butter Cup
      No Cow proves plant-based, low-sugar protein bars don’t have to taste like cardboard. Try Peanut Butter Cup; the chocolate-dipped bar is dairy-free, low in sugar, and offers 20 g plant-based protein (from pea and rice)—the perfect fuel to help power through your day.
      [$29.99, 12-pack; nocow.com]
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      18. AYO Almondmilk Organic Yogurt
      Each 5.3-ounce cup of AYO Almondmilk Yogurt is made using 20 certified organic almonds. The yogurt alternative is still rich and creamy in texture despite being dairy-free, and contains only 9 g added sugar—less than most yogurt varieties—plus 4 g protein, and live active cultures.
      [Price varies online and in-store; ayoyogurt.com]
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      19. Daily Harvest Bites Raspberry + Fig
      Daily Harvest Bites make the perfect vegan pick-me-up snack or dessert. All are sweetened with fruits and vegetables and have zero added sugar. We like Raspberry + Fig; almond butter and shredded coconut balance out the zing of berries. Let them thaw for a few minutes or eat ’em straight from the freezer.
      [$7.99, 7 bites; daily-harvest.com]
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      20. Diamond Walnuts
      A 1-ounce serving of walnuts provide 4 g plant protein and 2 g fiber, as well as being the only nut with an excellent source of omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid, or ALA (2.5g/oz).
      [$6.29, 16-oz bag; diamondnuts.com]
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      21. The Good Grocer Deluxe Vegan Snacks Care Package
      Can’t decide on one vegan snack? The Good Grocer has vegan snack packages with an assortment of individually wrapped, grab-n-go snacks that are both sweet and savory. Treat yourself, load up your pantry, or gift to your favorite vegan friend!
      [$64.95, 30-pack; thegoodgrocersnacks.com]
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      Jordan Mazur, MS, RD is the Director of Nutrition for the San Francisco 49ers.

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