No more aimless walking in the grocery store. It's time to shop ourselves healthy!

I can't even count how many times I walk over to the refridgerator, stare at its contents and close the door empty handed. From there, I cruise over to the pantry and start inspecting it's contents!

The crave monster has just sufaced and it's forcing me to begin the hunt for snacks! All too often this leads to snacking on things like chips and dip or if nothing else, buttered toast (I swear I could live on toasted bread with butter and I would be quite happy!). So what can one do to prevent this kind of craving grazing? It all starts at the grocery store...

Check out this infographic and learn how to shop yourself slim and healthy! (Click on infographic to enlarge.) Don't forget to add some fibre into your diet! PGX can help control that blood sugar roller coaster for you ;)

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If you're looking to maintain healthy kitchen habits, we've got a tip for you!

Stay healthy and plan your meals in advance of course!

Life gets busy. Plain and simple. Eating healthy sounds easy in theory, but in practise, it takes some effort. You have to purchase all the healthy ingredients and snacks and then it seems that once they are in your home, they still require you to work and wonder what to whip up! It's that daily question busy pofessionals often have a very small window of time to figure out before bedtime: "What should I have for dinner?"

With a little bit of effort, this is a question that you can always have the answer to in advance. How? By creating a weekly meal plan! This may sound tedious but trust me when I say that it will be worth the effort... and it doesn't have to be boring. Ann Danilevich of BC Living explains How to Create Meal Plan. From planning meals and choosing recipes to creating your menu display, she shares all her details with BC Living Online!

So take some time to plan and you'll have one less thing to stress about! A little organization goes a long way! ;)

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Make smart choices at meal times. Fill up on the good stuff!

How much space does 400 calories occupy in the stomach?

I truly dislike the thought of dieting. But with a looming deadline to fit into a costume that doesn't quite zip up all the way for a performance, I really have no choice but to make a conscious effort to change my eating habits.

What is it about diets that have people dreading them? Hunger? Cravings? Guess what?! You don't need to feel hungry when you are making the change for a healthier lifestyle. And if you aren't feeling hungry, you will most likely have fewer cravings as well! There is no need to fear healthy eating! All we need to do is learn how to make smart choices. If we look for low calorie but dense foods full of nutrients and fibre (think low-GI foods), we'll definitely be better off! Take a look at what 400 calories of various foods look like in the stomach!

Add PGX to your food and the fibre will help you feel full and you won't feel the "diet hunger and cravings." Right now you you can get a free BONUS pack of PGX Singles with purchase of PGX Daily in Canadian stores! Stay healthy everyone; make smart food choices and be sure to get your daily dose of fibre!

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5 Tips to Stay in Control when Dining Out!

The weekend is almost here and social gatherings plus dining out can present a challenge if you're on a weight loss plan. Some people just avoid these situations but we're here to tell you that losing weight doesn't mean you have to stop living! There is a world of healthy choices out there and you're in charge! 

Here are some handy tips to try this weekend:

1. Go online. Many restaurants post their menu online. Make a note of the healthiest options in advance!
2. Appetizer menu.  Save money and save calories! We call this a smart option! Just steer clear of fried foods and cream-based ones. 
3. Modifications.  Most restaurants will take dietary needs into account. To be on the safe side, call ahead and find out if you can make substitutes, you'll be a happier and healthier customer!
4. Forget the bread. Munching on bread can derail your good intentions. Drink some water, or ask for a small dinner salad while you’re waiting for your meal.
5. Slow down. Take your time to enjoy the meal and your social time. When you slow down you can register when you’re full and avoid getting overstuffed.

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Hey PGX'ers! It's Tasty Tuesday and we're snacking smartly on the go!

Keep it healthy even when you have no time to plan...

We've all been there before: you're running around doing errands, you're at the airport waiting for your next flight, you're at a rest stop, or you're at the movies, and then your stomach begins to talk. What do you do when you've forgotten to pack a snack and there's no way you'll make it to your next meal without a bite of something to tide you over? What do you buy when you feel the need to munch on something at the cinema?

It's simple to write a strict diet plan, but it's another thing entirely to follow it to perfection. This is where a little bit of knowledge can go a long way in helping you reach your goals and avoid sabotaging your efforts to live a healthy life. If you are at the movies, a gas station, the mall, in front of a vending machine, or other such fast food stops, knowing what to avoid will help you maintain healthy eating habits.

Learn the best picks, good options and the worst picks for snacking from Real Simple's Make Nutritious Snacking Choices on the Go!

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