Happy Sunday! As always, Links We Love brings you our favorite health and fitness inspiration from around the web. This week, we have a lighthearted video perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, and an interesting argument for why cardio machine calorie metrics may not always be accurate. We want to show some love and share kick-ass content in the wellness world, so here are our picks:
Fitness
Hang on — those 400 calories the treadmill said you burned may not be so true. Here’s an interesting take on why cardio machine data can’t always be trusted.
Health
McDonald’s new sandwich, which contains egg whites, cheddar cheese, and a slice of canadian bacon on a whole grain english muffin, may mean something for how fast food restaurants approach health.
Happiness
Spoiler Alert: Yes.
Blog Spotlight
Healthy Black Bean Brownie Recipe — My Fit Station
Black beans? Check. Brownies? Double check. But…should you bake them together? Here’s a recipe that’ll make this unlikely duo taste delish.
Grab Bag
Love Artichokes For These 3 Health Reasons — Healthy Dining Finder
What’s the best way to eat an artichoke, and why are they actually good for you? The mystery behind this prickly veggie is unveiled.
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[Note: The stories collected here are from outside sources, which don’t always follow Greatist’s strict (and awesome) research standards.]
