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I actually like using hummus or an avocado as my 'dressing'. It doesn't work for all types of salads for me, though.

I try to keep less junk & highly processed foods around so that I'm less likely to eat them. I also try to snack on fruits instead, if I really want something to eat.

I saw an amazing pin a few days ago but was not on my computer so I couldn't re-pin it. My attempts to find it have been unsuccessful. :( There's also 52 Healthy Meals in 12 Minutes or Less: http://greatist.com/health/52-healthy-meals-in-12-minutes-or-less/ It's especially helpful during midterms and finals. My pinterest…

I'm 21, 22 in half a year. Feel free to add me.

I agree with everyone that said water. Some people prefer hot water because they feel fuller and some people prefer ice water because it's supposed to help you burn a tiny bit more calories (it may also help you stay awake too!). I prefer room temperature water just because it's easier. If you're on campus, room…

The DRIs were determined by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academies' Institute of Medicine (US) and Health Canada but I'm not exactly sure how they decide on things. The actual DRI's are several volumes long so it may just be that they constantly have something new to analyze. As of now, this is what MyPlate…

I really like to experiment with chicken marinades. If I just want something simple, I'll add soy sauce and some sugar. I also use a lot of McCormick seasonings just because they come in such big bottles and I can never seem to use them up. Otherwise, I'll just mix in whatever I have on hand and see how it turns out. I…

I'm not the one who decides what amount of evidence is considered "sufficient" but maybe the data for resistance athletes is not able to be generalized for all athletes. (saw your edit, by the way)

I don't have the perfect bar that I go to but lately I've been considering trying to make my own. Have you thought about trying that if you had the time? They seem pretty easy to make and you can customize with whatever you happen to have on hand.

There is nothing wrong with the sugar in fruit. It is natural sugar and the antioxidant effects of the fruit outweigh any of the perceived negative effects of natural fruit sugar.

According to the Dietary References Intakes (DRIs), men and women above 19 years old should be getting 0.66 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. You can also go by having 10-35% of your total calories from protein. This value is higher for pregnant or lactating women. However, there is actually…