Turns out when your mom was telling you to eat your spinach, she was giving you great life advice. Like honestly, as if Popeye's massive arms weren't convincing enough already. But we have compiled a list of why you should include some of this leafy green in your diet. Basic Facts One cup of raw spinach contains: 27 calories 0.86 grams of protein 30 milligrams of calcium 0.81 grams of iron 24 milligrams of magnesium 167 milligrams of potassium 2,813 micrograms of Vitamin A 58 micrograms of folate Strengthens Your Heart A component of spinach, factor C0-Q10 which is an antioxidant, plays an important role in strengthening muscles, especially heart muscles which continuously pump blood to all parts of the...
Want to stay active, but hate going to the gym? If you're bored with running on a treadmill like a hamster in a running wheel, then these alternative activities are perfect for you. Don't worry. These are not fake workouts and chances are that you can find establishments offering them in your area. The best part is that they are perfect as an after work activity, and can double as a social outing with friends. Yoga Yoga poses are great to strengthen and relax the body, however there's a lot more to yoga than that. Derived from the Sankrit word ‘yuj’ which means ‘to unite or integrate’, yoga is a 5,000-year-old Indian body of knowledge. It's all about harmonizing the body with the...
This week we had a guest blogger describe their experience with Meal in a Jar. Here is what Akshita had to say about our product on her blog, Cateyes and Chai . She's a lifestyle blogger based out of Toronto, be sure to go check out her blog. Happy Sunday lovelies! If you have had an eventful weekend and are currently deciding on meal prep options for the rest of the week, I might have some good news! After all, how many times are you sitting at work, or in school and wishing you had a prepared lunch waiting to be opened with just a little twist and a shake if I may add. Even though going out for a lunch break can be fun, now with everyone doing that almost...
Quinoa, pronounced (Keen - Wah), is actually not a grain. It belongs to the same family as spinach and beets. The United Nations has labelled it as a "super crop" since they believe it can go a long way to battle world hunger. This is due to its ability to flourish in poor soil without irrigation. Quinoa also gets its superfood status from the numerous health benefits it has to offer. Quinoa (1 Cup) nutritional breakdown: Protein: 8g Fat: 4g (great source of Omega-3 Fatty Acid) Fiber: 8g Manganese: 58% Magnesium: 30% Phosphorus: 28% Folate: 19% Copper 18% Zinc: 13% Potassium: 9% B1, B2, & B6: 10% Very High in Fiber It has twice as much fiber...
We all know that it’s good to #treatyoself once in awhile, whether that means buying a new outfit, splurging on concert tickets or doing something else that makes you feel good. Of course, you can treat yourself every day with Meal in a Jar...it’s a delicious, healthy meal that you don’t have to prep or cook yourself. It’s super convenient, and eating them makes you feel great. How’s that for a treat? But what if you want to spread the love to your colleagues? If you manage a team or own a small business, Meal in a Jar is the perfect way to show your appreciation for a job well done. There’s never a bad time to treat your team...
